Engineers are required to manage uncertain parameters and drive them to sound decisions.

Project requirements change, information is incomplete, priorities compete, and proven approaches do not always produce expected results. Experience, data, and analytical methods remain essential, but today’s challenges—and the growing use of AI—require engineers to operate effectively when the path forward is less certain. This one-day training uses practical examples and engineering cases to examine the human side of problem‑solving, decision‑making, leadership, and professional responsibility. Learn techniques to stay adaptable, draw on others’ knowledge, and maintain sound judgment when technical, business, and ethical considerations intersect.

Participants will learn to:

Recognize when professional assumptions and missed signals can limit their view of a problem
Make sound decisions when data is incomplete or conditions are in flux
Ask better questions and solicit diverse perspectives (including AI) to expand or clarify the problem
Normalize a culture of challenge
Apply professional judgment and ethical responsibility when safety, quality, risk, cost, schedule, and client expectations conflict (1 hour of Ethics)

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Expert Faculty

Raymond Waite, Jr.,

PMP^®, MS Computer Engineering

Ray Waite, founder of Lighthouse Force, is an expert in innovation, artificial intelligence, professional ethics and professional development. He offers training based on more than 25 years as a senior engineering manager in the business commerce, telecom, and banking industries, and 10 years as a university instructor.

Ray earned his BS in computer science from the University of Pittsburgh, his MS in computer engineering from The Ohio State University and a Project Management Professional (PMP^®) certificate from the Project Management Institute. He is an active member of the National Speakers Association.

Project Managers Earn 6.0 Hours for PMP® Certification or Renewal. “PMP” and the PMP logo are certification marks of the Project Management Institute, which are registered in the United States and other nations.

Schedule: Friday, December 11, 2026

8:00 AM Virtual Meeting Link Opens for Participants
8:30 AM Introduction
10:00 AM Break (15 minutes)
11:45 AM Lunch Break (45 minutes)
2:00 PM Break (15 minutes)
3:45 PM Q & A Period
4:00 PM Conclusion & Evaluations

Topics

Introduction: The Human Advantage in an AI World

Beyond the Obvious

When Analysis Alone Isn't Enough
When Experience Helps, and When It Gets in the Way
Spotting Problems Before They Become Big Problems
Decisions Under Uncertainty: When Good Decisions Have Bad Outcomes
Learning From Failure: Connecting the Dots
Preparing for Change and the Unexpected

Leading When You Don't Have the Answers

When Expertise Isn't Enough: A Different Leadership Challenge
Leading When You're Not Sure
Leading Through Questions
Creating a Culture of Challenge
Making the Call and Owning the Decision

Engineering Ethics Under Uncertainty:

When the Right Answer Isn't Obvious

Tuition

Same pricing since 2021.

Regular Registration Fee — $150
NSPE/NSPE-Ohio Member Fee (30% off) — $99

Registration open Thursday, October 29–Friday, December 4.

NSPE Members

Qualify for 30% Off

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Program Details ...

Virtual Location:

Attend from

Work or Home

Technical requirements: An internet connection is required. You must use your computer or other Internet-capable device for the CPD attendance verification process. We cannot verify attendance via an audio connection. A camera is recommended but not required. A microphone is not required if you call in from your telephone. Review the latest Zoom system requirements: https://tinyurl.com/Zoom-requirements. For full functionality, including mandatory Attendance Verification Questions, download and install the latest version of Zoom: https://zoom.us/download. Join links will be emailed from Zoom to registered participants a few days before the program.

Who Should Attend?

PEs licensed in Ohio and many other states who need CPD hours
Project managers needing PMP® education credits or PDUs
Engineering firm principals or industry leaders
Newly-licensed PEs and other technical professionals

What's included?

Seminar, materials (by electronic download), breaks and a CPD Certificate of Attendance are included in the registration fee.

State Employees –

Get Your Reimbursement

State of Ohio exempt employees are eligible for reimbursement on conference, seminar and training events through the Employee Development Fund. For details, please email EDFund@das.ohio.gov.

Continuing Professional

Development Hours

EFO programs are designed to meet the requirements for Ohio’s continuing professional development (CPD) law and State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors (State Board of Registration) rules. EFO programs are also designed to comply with the law in KY, NC and WV. The program also meets CPD requirements in many additional states. Be sure to consult those states’ licensing authorities. For Ohio licensees, the State Board of Registration determines the acceptance of individual courses for CPD credit. The State Board of Registration does not preapprove any courses or course providers. Professionals should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the program. In compliance with the State Board of Registration’s rules, we must track participant attendance for this virtual CPD program. Be sure to respond to the attendance verification questions in case you are audited by the State. CPD Certificates of Attendance will be emailed after the program.

Project Managers (PMP Certification)

Earn 6.0 hours Project Management Education credits towards Project Management Professional (PMP®) application. Or earn 6.0 PMP® Professional Development Units (PDUs) while staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies. PDUs are applied in the PMI® Educational Area (category B: Continuing Education).

Cancellation Policy & Substitutions

Registrants may withdraw with full refund less a $50 processing fee provided EFO is notified in writing at efo@ohioengineer.com at least 72 hours prior to the start of the program. After that time, registrants are responsible for the full registration fee. Substitutions of attendees may be made by the registration deadline, although nonmember differential rates will apply if a nonmember replaces an NSPE-Ohio member.

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