No, I think the author's point stands. He isn't saying that engineers should all go to cocktail parties and mingle, he's saying specifically that you should be able to not be an asshole.
Personally I'm not great at socializing either, but I make every effort to be polite and courteous when speaking on behalf of the company.
Personally I'm not great at socializing either, but I make every effort to be polite and courteous when speaking on behalf of the company.