The Design Thinking and Innovation in Engineering in Amsterdam is a specialized training course designed to help professionals apply creative problem-solving to engineering challenges.
From:
15-12-2025
From:
13-04-2026
From:
03-08-2026
Course Overview
Engineering challenges today require more than technical expertise — they demand creativity, empathy, and user-centered design approaches. This Design Thinking and Innovation in Engineering Training Course introduces participants to structured innovation methods that combine design thinking with engineering processes.
The course covers the five phases of design thinking — empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test — while exploring applications in engineering, product development, and systems design. Through hands-on workshops and case studies, participants will learn how to foster creativity, collaborate effectively, and turn innovative ideas into practical engineering solutions.
By the end of the program, attendees will be able to embed design thinking into their engineering practice, creating solutions that balance functionality, sustainability, and user needs.
Course Benefits
Understand the design thinking process and principles.
Apply creativity to engineering problem-solving.
Strengthen collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Prototype and test innovative engineering solutions.
Foster a culture of innovation in engineering projects.
Course Objectives
Explain design thinking and its role in engineering.
Apply empathy and user-centered approaches to design.
Generate creative ideas and innovative concepts.
Build prototypes and test solutions effectively.
Integrate innovation into engineering processes.
Address sustainability and feasibility in solutions.
Benchmark best practices in engineering innovation.
Training Methodology
The course uses interactive lectures, design workshops, brainstorming sessions, and group projects. Participants will work on real-world engineering problems using design thinking methods.
Target Audience
Engineers and product developers.
R&D and innovation professionals.
Project managers in engineering sectors.
Leaders aiming to build innovation capabilities.
Target Competencies
Design thinking and creativity.
Innovative problem-solving.
Prototyping and user-centered design.
Collaboration and team innovation.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Design Thinking in Engineering
Principles and phases of design thinking.
Role of innovation in engineering success.
Case studies of design thinking in engineering.
Global best practices.
Unit 2: Empathy and Problem Definition
Understanding user needs and perspectives.
Research methods for empathy in design.
Defining problems effectively.
Tools for framing engineering challenges.
Unit 3: Ideation and Creative Problem-Solving
Brainstorming and ideation techniques.
Divergent and convergent thinking.
Tools for generating innovative ideas.
Group ideation exercises.
Unit 4: Prototyping and Testing in Engineering
Role of prototypes in engineering design.
Rapid prototyping methods.
Testing solutions and gathering feedback.
Iterative improvement techniques.
Unit 5: Integrating Innovation in Engineering Projects
Embedding design thinking into workflows.
Balancing innovation with technical feasibility.
Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Innovation metrics and evaluation.
Unit 6: Sustainability and Future-Oriented Design
Sustainable innovation in engineering.
Life-cycle thinking in design.
Circular economy approaches.
Case studies in sustainable engineering solutions.
Unit 7: Building a Culture of Innovation
Leadership for innovation in engineering.
Overcoming barriers to creativity.
Fostering continuous improvement.
Roadmap for innovation in organizations.
Ready to drive creativity and innovation in engineering?
Join the Design Thinking and Innovation in Engineering Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the skills to create impactful, user-centered solutions.
The Design Thinking and Innovation in Engineering Training Courses in Amsterdam provide professionals with the mindset, tools, and frameworks to drive creative problem-solving and innovation across engineering projects and organizations. Designed for engineers, project leaders, designers, and innovation managers, these programs focus on applying human-centered design principles and structured innovation processes to develop practical, impactful engineering solutions.
Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of design thinking methodologies, exploring how empathy, ideation, prototyping, and testing contribute to effective engineering innovation. The courses emphasize integrating creativity with analytical rigor—bridging the gap between technical feasibility, user needs, and business objectives. Through hands-on workshops, case studies, and collaborative exercises, participants learn to generate innovative concepts, design user-focused systems, and implement iterative design approaches that enhance performance and sustainability.
These engineering innovation and design thinking training programs in Amsterdam combine strategic insight with applied creativity. The curriculum covers topics such as systems thinking, digital design tools, rapid prototyping, and innovation management frameworks. Participants also explore how cross-disciplinary collaboration, emerging technologies, and agile project development contribute to continuous improvement and competitive advantage. The program encourages critical thinking and adaptability—key traits for thriving in fast-evolving engineering environments.
Attending these training courses in Amsterdam offers professionals the opportunity to engage with global experts and peers in a city renowned for its innovation ecosystem and engineering excellence. The interactive learning environment fosters collaboration, experimentation, and real-world application of innovative design principles. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to apply design thinking to engineering challenges—enhancing creativity, accelerating product development, and driving sustainable innovation in today’s dynamic industrial landscape.