Every year on March 4, we celebrate World Engineering Day, organized by UNESCO, which highlights the crucial role of engineers in solving global challenges. Engineering is the driving force behind technological progress and enables sustainable solutions for energy efficiency, digitalization and smart resource management. We are also celebrating this day at Iskraemeco, where we have been contributing to a better future for decades with our innovations and commitment to sustainable development.
Engineers create the future we live in with their knowledge, innovation and passion. At Iskraemeco, we are proud to have exceptional engineers in our ranks who contribute to the development of the company and society as a whole. On World Engineering Day, we thank them for their dedication and commitment and look forward to the future challenges we will overcome together.
Iskraemeco engineers on their journey and the future of the profession
Iskraemeco employs experts from various engineering disciplines – electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science and physics. Their work is reflected in advanced solutions that improve energy efficiency and enable a more sustainable use of resources. We spoke to some of our engineers who shared their stories, challenges and advice for those starting the engineering path.
One of them is Adi Handžar, an independent development engineer at Iskraemeco, who knew early on that his career would involve technology. “I have always been interested in technology and how electrical devices work. Electrical engineering offers huge opportunities for innovation and solving practical problems, so I knew from a young age that I would go into this profession,” says Adi.
His work at Iskraemeco is dynamic and challenging, but it also brings great satisfaction. “The biggest advantage is the sense of achievement when you design and develop something and see that it works in practice. The work is also dynamic and offers constant opportunities to learn and grow. However, the challenge is often to balance technical requirements, financial constraints and environmental standards. Rapid technological change also requires constant adaptation and knowledge expansion,” he explains. Adi’s work focuses primarily on sensors, which are essential for accurate and reliable measurement of electricity consumption. “By developing and optimizing sensor components, we contribute to higher measurement reliability and better integration of meters into smart grids, which enables better monitoring and management of energy consumption,” he says. His work also has a significant impact on sustainable development. “My work in developing electricity meters contributes to sustainable development in several ways. Accurate measurements, made possible by improved sensors, help users and companies to better monitor energy consumption. This enables greater energy efficiency, as consumption can be optimized and adjusted to actual demand, contributing to less overconsumption and greater energy savings,” he explains.
He advises young people considering a career in engineering to remain curious and open to challenges. “Engineering is not just theory, but above all the ability to solve practical problems, which requires both technical and social skills. In addition to logical thinking and creativity, the ability to communicate, collaborate and resolve conflicts is crucial, as you often work in teams with different experts,” emphasizes Adi.
“Engineering is not just theory, but above all the ability to solve practical problems, which requires both technical and social skills.”
Besides Adi, we also spoke to Luka Krivec, an independent development engineer at Iskraemeco, who had previously completed his studies in a completely different field, so the switch to engineering was a completely new start for him. “A good friend, who is also an engineer, had a strong influence on me. He showed me his work and I immediately fell in love with engineering,” says Luka.
What Luka likes most about his work is the constant challenges and learning. “In my opinion, one of the biggest advantages of my work is that I deal with something new every day. I stay in touch with the latest trends, because technology is developing rapidly. However, this is also a challenge because there is no comfort zone in this field. If you do not move with the times, you can quickly fall behind,” he explains.
Luka notes that large language models (LLMs) are currently one of the most important technological trends. “I think the most important technology trend today is large language models (LLMs), which are increasingly being integrated into individual work, especially in programming. LLMs help with writing and optimizing code, debugging and automating routine tasks, enabling faster and more efficient work. Tools such as ChatGPT or Copilot do not replace human work but complement it. I believe that this technology will be even more integrated into our work in the future. Today we see it as a tool that helps us and improves our productivity, but in the future, it will become indispensable, much like email once was in business communication or machines in industrial production. In the beginning, they were just an additional tool, but today we can no longer imagine working efficiently without them,” says Luka.
Luka advises young people who are considering a career as an engineer: “Choose this profession. The world needs more engineers, more people with an open mind and structured thinking. I find it fascinating how we can create something useful and efficient out of nothing with simple math and creative thinking. Being an engineer means constantly testing and making mistakes. Just stay consistent and persevere. Every mistake teaches us something new. Eventually you will achieve the desired goal.”
“Being an engineer means constantly testing and making mistakes. Just stay consistent and persevere. Every mistake teaches us something new.”
Klemen Žbontar, Lead Innovation Engineer at Iskraemeco, also shared his opinion with us. He decided to become an engineer because of his passion for solving problems. “I was drawn to engineering because I have always enjoyed solving problems, like a modern-day MacGyver. I was also inspired by family tradition, as both my father and grandfather were engineers. What excites me most about this profession is that we can find effective solutions by analyzing and breaking down complex problems,” says Klemen.
What Klemen likes most about his work is the dynamism and constant learning. “The biggest advantage and the biggest challenge in my work is the dynamism. Every problem is a new challenge that requires constant learning and adaptation. But it is precisely this dynamic that motivates me the most,” he explains.
Klemen notes that the co-use of artificial intelligence (AI) is currently one of the most important trends in engineering. “The most important trend lately is the co-use of AI in solving different problems. If used properly, it is definitely useful, and I also use it in my work,” says Klemen.
Klemen advises young people considering a career in engineering: “Artificial intelligence can greatly facilitate our work in various fields, but a basic understanding of the problems is essential to get appropriate answers. I advise young engineers not to be afraid of challenges. Engineering is like a training ground for brain development, where we constantly learn, grow and experience a sense of satisfaction when problems are successfully solved.”
“Engineering is like a training ground for brain development, where we constantly learn, grow and experience a sense of satisfaction when problems are successfully solved.”
Iskraemeco achievements and commitments
Our engineers from different disciplines work together to develop smart, sustainable and efficient solutions that improve energy efficiency and digitalization. Their work is reflected in numerous achievements and recognitions that confirm our commitment to technological progress:
- Silver National Award of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia for innovation in the development of smart energy solutions.
- Golden Regional Award of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia for innovation, which confirms our commitment to technological progress
- TOP Investor in Education 2024 certificate, because we know that knowledge is crucial for the future.
- Gold Medal EcoVadis 2025 recognition for our sustainable practices.
In addition to these and other awards, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability every day. Our electrical engineers develop smart products that optimize energy consumption, mechanical engineers improve production processes, computer engineers improve analysis systems and physicists ensure the accuracy of measurements and the reliability of data. All this enables us to constantly improve.
The values of innovation, sustainability and responsibility are the basis of our work. With their ideas, knowledge and dedication, our engineers contribute daily to the development of solutions that reduce environmental impact and improve quality of life. World Engineering Day is an opportunity to recognize the importance of their work and encourage future generations to choose this vital profession.
Be part of the future of engineering
Engineering is the profession of the future – full of challenges, innovations and opportunities to create sustainable solutions. At Iskraemeco, we want to inspire young people to discover the world of engineering and its possibilities.
If you are considering a career in this dynamic industry, we invite you to explore our career opportunities and learn about the scholarship programs we offer to support promising engineers of the future.
Together, let us build a more sustainable future!
