IES is a multi-disciplinary engineering body, founded in Scotland in 1857, that provides a forum in which individuals from all engineering and related disciplines can discuss and exchange information, generate ideas and encourage young engineers. IES works with kindred bodies to promote a wider understanding of the role of the professional engineer in society.
You might have missed a few lectures but there are still a few gems ahead - find out more, 2024 -2025 programme
Just announced - AGM and lecture on 22nd April 2025, 6pm and 6.30pm respectively
IES Events
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The future of satellite communication
11th March 2025 6:30 pm -
IES - Temporary Works Its not about what you build, but how you build it!
22nd April 2025 6:30 pm
Other Institutions’ Events
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BCS - Myths and Realities of AI
17th February 2025 6:30 pm -
BCS - Hacking planes, trains and automobiles (and ships!)
18th February 2025 5:30 pm
Opinion
PPE that doesn’t fit – Niggle or sign of an industry wide retention problem?
28 October 2024
At the start of my career, when I worked on a construction site. I was once asked, “why do you only use the top two buttons of your jacket? It’s minus 2, aren’t you cold? “
I responded with, “yes, I’m cold. The jacket doesn’t fit round my waist and the buttons pop open when I move.”
“Why don’t you ask for a bigger jacket?”
I just sighed.
Featured Event
11th March 2025 6:30 pm
The future of satellite communication
In today’s world, everywhere you look people are using smartphones to stay connected: while at home, commuting or travelling to other countries. However, there are places where its not possible to connect to the internet including…
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Buildings to prove they are net zero carbon with UK’s first agreed methodology: UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
14 February 2025 -
Machine learning pioneers win 2025 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering
12 February 2025 -
IES supported a commemorative film for Smeaton’s 300th anniversary
11 February 2025
Publication of the Month
Primary Engineer 'If you were an engineer, what would you do?'
We have been very impressed by the publication of Primary Engineer, celebrating over 250,000 school pupils who have answered the question "If you were an engineer, what would you do?"