Helping engineers communicate
About David
I’m David Swenson — a mechanical engineer with 17 years of experience leading design, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams at Dover, Eaton, and Halliburton.
I’ve seen what happens when brilliant engineers struggle to be heard. Projects stall, clients lose confidence, and talented people get overlooked.
After nearly two decades in engineering leadership, I’ve learned that the hardest problems aren’t technical — they’re communication gaps.
Now I help engineers close that gap so their expertise is understood, trusted, and valued.
What I do
I coach mid- to senior-level engineers who already know their craft — and want to communicate it with more clarity, confidence, and influence.
Whether you’re presenting to leadership, writing reports, or explaining a design to a potential customer, I’ll help you turn technical detail into clear, professional dialogue that builds trust across any audience.
And because I’ve spent years reviewing and approving drawings, test reports, and client documentation, I understand the fine line between being transparent and saying too much.
You’ll learn how to write and speak with precision — so you can communicate effectively without opening a can of worms or creating unnecessary liability.
Why It Works
This isn’t generic “soft skills” training.
It’s engineering-specific communication coaching, built on real-world experience leading technical teams and projects.
You’ll get straight talk, practical examples, and tools that fit your work — not someone else’s playbook.
Who I Work With
Individual Engineers
Individual Engineers who want to level up their communication and leadership presence; especially those who worry about saying the wrong thing in meetings or stress about proper documentation.
Engineering Teams & Companies
Engineering Teams & Companies that need stronger collaboration with suppliers, customers, and internal partners like sales and quality, while maintaining professionalism and reducing risk exposure.
Together, we focus on clarity, tone, and structure — so your technical communication builds confidence, not liability.
Ready to get started?
You’ve mastered the technical side.
Now it’s time to make sure everyone else understands it, too.