Tackling the skills gap, strengthening workforce preparation, enhancing talent availability: SME supports industry, workers, and students. Through Tooling U-SME, webinars, the SME Education Foundation, the SME PRIME schools initiative and more, SME creates opportunities to help advance today’s workforce and develop the next generation of manufacturing professionals.
Workforce Development
SME is committed to today’s manufacturing workforce – and tomorrows.
We’re Building Capability; Expanding Opportunity
Our programs and tools enhance the capability and qualification of your current workforce – and expand the nation’s talent pool. Learn more about custom training through Tooling U-SME, tailored webinars, a full job board, and more. You won't find these kinds of tools anywhere else.
Development Resources
Tooling U-SME
Tooling U-SME delivers versatile learning and development solutions to the manufacturing workforce. Companies, education institutions and individuals all turn to us to for tailored training to gain new skills and help advance careers.
Webinars
Participate in webinars that focus on increasing your manufacturing skill set to help you advance in your career.
Certification
Industry-recognized certification programs validate your knowledge in the most sought-after areas, including lean, manufacturing technology, and additive manufacturing.
Technical Papers
Our top 30 individual papers make SME’s collection of manufacturing knowledge the largest of its kind. Find papers on best practices, advancements and industry trends.
Jobs Connection
Looking to take that next step in your manufacturing career? Use SME Jobs Connection (a member benefit) to access available positions at companies in the U.S. and around the world.
Manufacturing Day
Every year, thousands of manufacturers around the country open their doors to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Attend or host an event at your facility, the opportunities are endless.
Latest News & Trends
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Workforce DevelopmentLorain County’s 2020 Virtual Manufacturing Day Event
October 12, 2020Lorain county manufacturers and community college seek to explain career choices in manufacturing. -
Workforce Development
Transferring Job Knowledge to the New Generation
October 2, 2020This article is based on the Workforce Leadership Exchange held at FABTECH 2019 in Chicago. It is the continuation of coverage that began with the Up Front column in Manufacturing Engineering, January 2020, page 6, and continued with “Workforce Pipeline” on page 102-103 of the April issue. -
Workforce Development
Dassault Systèmes Unveils 3DEXPERIENCE Edu
September 30, 20203DEXPERIENCE Edu combines a new portfolio of learning experiences, publications, partnerships, competitions and certifications with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, for both students and professionals.
SME Education Foundation
Get Involved with the SME Education Foundation PRIME Program. You can take advantage of SME PRIME's many opportunities to connect with the future of the manufacturing workforce.
Elevate Your Understanding of Smart Technologies
Get up-to-speed with smart technologies and learn how to get started at The Best of SMX. This one-day virtual event taking place on October 29 will include visionary keynotes, technical presentations, and the opportunity to explore interactive exhibits and network with industry experts.
Connect with like-minded professionals through networking events
Attend keynote presentations by visionary leaders that promotes higher-level thinking
Learn about case studies and real-world applications of transformative technologies
Discover industry-leading solution providers and their products on the virtual show floor
