OSU MECHANICAL ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN
Issue #16
Week of February 6, 2006
ME & EECS INDUSTRY–STUDENT RECEPTION: SIGN-UPS NOW UNDERWAY
ALL ME STUDENTS are invited to attend the
first annual EECS & ME Industry-Student Reception, which will
take place on February 21, 5:30–7:30 pm, in the Kelley
Engineering Center Atrium. Held the
evening before the Engineering Career Fair, this reception is a great opportunity to meet with members of industry, find out
more about what some of the companies do, ask questions, network, hand out
resumes, etc. This FREE event features brief company presentations and time for
industry and students to connect, including breakout sessions where you can
meet with companies in smaller groups.
• To sign up for the reception,
come to the ME main office in Rogers.
Review the information about companies attending the reception and sign up for
two breakout sessions.
• ME Juniors and Seniors can
sign up starting today (Feb. 6). Sign-ups for all other ME students begins on
Wednesday (Feb. 8). Last day to sign up is Wednesday, Feb. 15.
• ALL ME STUDENTS (whether attending the reception or not) are invited to
turn in a copy of your one-page resume in the ME main office by Feb. 15
so we can include it in the resume handbook we’re preparing for industry
participants.
ME ADVISING
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Hello
ME Undergrads,
It’s
advising time again! This is when you’ll get an opportunity to meet
one-on-one with your advisor about your schedule and get that all-important PIN
so you can actually register spring term. The 3-week advising period
begins next Monday (February
13) and runs through Friday,
March 3rd. Please come to the ME Undergraduate Office (Dearborn
102) THIS WEEK to sign up for an appointment. Before you sign up,
be sure to check the advisor lists posted on the bulletin board right outside Dearborn 102, as you may have been assigned a new advisor.
Pro-School students who
were advised last term DO NOT have to make an advising appointment. Your PINs are posted on the bulletin board outside Dearborn 102. If,
however, you were not advised last term and/or you are on academic probation or
suspension, you will need to schedule an appointment with your advisor in order
to get your PIN.
MECOP students: MECOP advising is going on
THIS WEEK, so if you haven’t signed up for an advising session, come to
Dearborn 102 ASAP!
UPCOMING EVENTS
This Week...
Monday, February
6: Weekly Pi Tau Sigma Tutoring Session for ENGR 211, 212, 213 students. 5–7 pm, Caliper Lounge (4th
floor of Rogers).
Monday,
February 6: Engineers Without Borders weekly meeting
with guest speaker. 6 pm, Apperson 101.
Kiley Dewis, Environmental Engineering graduate student, will present on
her work in Central America with water/sanitation
systems. Nominations for 2006-7 board members will be held prior to Kiley's presentation., 6 PM. All interested students, faculty, and
staff are welcome to attend. Pizza will be served! Questions - ewb_osu@yahoo.com.
Tuesday,
February 7: Open Forum on Discipline and Leadership in
the Classroom. 12-1:30pm, Waldo 114A. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, The forum is intended to give faculty, staff, and
GTAs an opportunity to share their teaching experiences, swap
techniques and methods, and learn from each other. Peter Saunders, CTL
director, will review faculty development resources available at OSU. All
teaching faculty, staff, and graduate assistants are welcome; pre-registration
is NOT required. Bring your lunch and join us! Questions?
Contact ctl@oregonstate.edu
or 737-2804.
Tuesday,
February 7: Human-Powered
Vehicle Team weekly meeting, 4:45 in Graf 210.
Tuesday, February
7: Mini Baja Team weekly
meeting, 5 pm in the SAE shop (Rogers
132).
Tuesday,
February 7: ASME meeting, 5:30 pm in Rogers 230. All ME
students welcome! There will be hot pizza and ME Professor John Schmitt will
talk about his current research.
Wednesday,
February 8: Microgravity
Flight Team weekly meeting, 2-3 pm, basement of Graf Hall. (Look for the door with the DARPA sticker.)
If you’re interested in finding out more about the MGFT and working on this
year’s NASA research project, please join us!
Wednesday,
February 8: “Making Successful Small Talk: How to Talk
to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere, About Anything.” Conversational skills
workshop sponsored by University Counseling & Psychological Services. 12-1
pm, MU 206. This interactive workshop is designed to build your repertoire of
conversational skills and your confidence in interacting with professors,
employers, lab partners, and others in social situations. Note: This is a great opportunity to prepare for an impressive showing
at the upcoming ME/EECS student-industry reception and engineering career fair!
Plan Ahead...
Monday, February
13: February ASME Meeting in Woodburn. Dr George Zahib of the Tukwila Center for Health and Medicine will
present a discussion of the design development of artificial joints starting
with 100 years of past inventions. 7 pm,
Tukwila Center, 633 Glatt Circle, Woodburn. Note:
If you want to carpool to this event, Marcy Simmons has room for 4 passengers.
Contact her at marcyjsimmons@gmail.com.
Thursday,
February 16: “Modelling of
and as Granular Media,” presentation by Professor Colin Brown, Civil and
Environmental Engineering Professor Emeritus, University of Washington.
4 pm, Willamette Room 115A/B, CH2M HILL
Alumni Center.
Sponsored by the Miles Lowell and Margaret Watt Edwards
Endowment, OSU College of Engineering. For more
information contact: Harry Yeh, Department of Civil
Engineering, (541) 737-8057, harry@engr.orst.edu.
Monday,
February 20: Precision
Castparts information session, 5 pm in Memorial Union 208. For more information, check with OSU Career Services.
Tuesday,
February 21: First
Annual ME & EECS Student-Industry Reception. 5:30 pm, Kelley Engineering
Center Atrium. Hosted by the OSU chapters of ACM, ASME, IEEE, and PTS. ME
students should sign up in the ME main office in Rogers; EECS students should sign up in EECS
office in Kelley. For more details, see announcement at the beginning of this
bulletin.
Wednesday,
February 22: Winter
Engineering Career Fair. 11:00 am– 4:00 pm, CH2M Hill Alumni
Center. Employers will be
there to speak with students about full-time, co-op & internship
opportunities. For a listing of employers attending the fair: http://oregonstate.edu/career/fair/engineering.php (this
list will be updated in coming weeks so be sure to check back). Check out other
winter term career services events at http://oregonstate.edu/career/fair/careerconnectionswinter06b.doc.
Wednesday,
February 22: Information
sessions for students interested in the Education Double Degree. 12 noon-1
pm in Education Hall 107. For more information, please contact For questions,
please contact: Gene Compton Newburgh, Director
of Student Services/Head Advisor, College
of Education, Oregon
State University, newburgg@oregonstate.edu.
Thursday,
February 23: Interviews
for Precision Castparts Management Development Program (MDP) in the Career
Services Office. Note: To participate in these interviews, submit an MDP
application by February 9 through the Beaver Recruiting System (sign up at http://oregonstate.edu/career/students/recruiting.php,
or review the MDP posting by logging in as a visitor at http://oregonstate.erecruiting.com/er/security/login.jsp).
Thursday,
February 23: "Intrapreneurship
- Innovative Marketing and Business Development within a Corporation."
Weatherford Fireside Chat with Stephen
J. Brown, VP & General Manager, HP Display Technology and Products.
7:30 pm, Weatherford Hall Trysting Tree Conference Room D107.
Steve has been with
HP for over 24 years in a variety of R&D, Marketing, and Sales Management
positions. Steve assumed management
responsibilities for the Display Technology and Products organization in
November, 2001. Before joining the digital projection organization, he spent
the previous year starting up a new worldwide outbound marketing and sales
system for HP’s commercial printing solutions organization. This critical new cross-company initiative
included the acquisition of Indigo, an industry leading commercial printing
vendor. As part of the core acquisition team, Steve focused on designing a new
model for high-value, consultative selling that was cost effective, service
oriented, customer centric, and scalable. Previous to CPS, Steve managed the
North American Printer/Scanner marketing center. He managed a team of 90 sales and marketing
professionals that had an annual quota of $3B and expense envelope of
$125M. In addition to managing the sales
and marketing of IPS products to the largest consumer retailers, Steve stressed
new and emerging channel development. Event is free and open to all OSU
students, but you must pre-register at http://www.bus.oregonstate.edu/aepfellows/home.aspx
Saturday,
February 25: Mark your
calendars for SWE’s First Annual
Engineering Ball – 7 pm to midnight in the atrium of the Kelley Engineering
Center. Open to all
OSU engineering students and faculty (plus one guest each).
FACULTY/GRADUATE SEMINARS
Friday, February
10, 2-3:30 pm, Rogers 226:
Dr. Kristi Morgansen, Assistant Professor, Dept of
Aeronautics and Astronautics, University of Washington, speaking on “Modeling and
Control of Fin-Actuated Underwater Vehicles”
ABSTRACT: A large number of commercial and military applications have a
demonstrated need for single- and multiple-vehicle systems that are autonomous
and highly agile. The theoretical tools discussed here are applicable to any
type of operational environment; however, to demonstrate these techniques, we
focus on underwater vehicles that are actuated using flapping foils rather than
a rotary propeller. We apply techniques from geometric mechanics and geometric
nonlinear control theory to model and construct trajectory tracking algorithms
for a free-swimming underwater vehicle that loco motes and maneuvers using a
two-link actuated "tail'' and actuated "pectoral fin'' bow
planes. Restricting consideration of
fluid forces to the simple effects of added mass and quasistatic
lift and drag, the resulting system model can be expressed in a form amenable
to nonlinear control theoretic techniques. With particular choices of
oscillatory actuation of the four system joints, we can construct maneuvers
such as swimming forward, turning in the plane, out-of-plane turns, surfacing,
and diving. Variations in amplitude and frequency modulation can be shown to
affect power consumption. Using state error feedback, we can then stabilize
turning and depth for such a vehicle. Results are demonstrated in simulation
and in experiment using the University
of Washington prototype
robot fish.
Informal social
time starts at 2:00 (coffee and tea provided). Come meet the speaker and visit
with colleagues! Presentation begins at 2:30 pm sharp.
Note:
The most current
ME Seminar schedule and other OSU seminar information is available on the
Rogers Hall bulletin boards near the ME main office.
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRO SCHOOL STUDENTS: REGISTER YOUR VOTE! Each year the Carter Award for Outstanding and Inspirational Teaching is awarded
to the College of Engineering faculty member selected by junior and
senior students in the College
of Engineering. The
faculty member who receives this award will get an engraved plaque and $500
cash. This is an important
opportunity to say “thank you” to an instructor you admire, so please take a
minute to drop by Dearborn 102 and fill out a Carter Award ballot. Ballots
are due in the College
of Engineering office by February 16th.
VALENTINE'S CANDY SALE. Plan to stop by Dearborn 102 on Monday and Tuesday, February
13th and 14th to pick up gifts of valentine candy for all of your
favorite valentines. Candy will be on
sale all day (8-5, except for an hour lunch between 12-1.) Price will be
around $1 a bag. All money raised by this sale will go to the OSU Food Drive.
UPDATE ON MACHINE SHOP PROCEDURES: All students wishing to use the Lathe and
Milling machines must now use the machine sign-up sheets located on the inside
door of the ME shop. In addition, all students who use the shop after
hours should use the after-hours sign-up sheet. These sheets provide an
important record of Machine Shop use. Thanks!
The CAREER SERVICES WINTER NEWSLETTER is
available online at http://oregonstate.edu/career/fair/careerconnectionswinter06b.doc.
Check out Career Services’ winter on-campus recruiting schedule and other
upcoming events and workshops, especially those taking place during Winter Career Week, February 13-20.
Also, ME students as well as faculty and staff may be interested in reading the
Winter Term “OSU Career Services Faculty and Staff Letter” from Career Services Director Tom Munnerlyn,
available at http://oregonstate.edu/career/staff/facultyletterwinter06.doc
WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITY
FOR FACULTY AND GRADUATE STUDENTS: How to Engineer Engineering Education. July 17-19, 2006, at Bucknell University.
For the fifth consecutive
year, faculty from Bucknell University are proud to
offer this hands on workshop for engineering and science faculty and graduate
students to enhance their skills in course design by: Writing clear
instructional objectives; Using active, cooperative, & problem-based
learning; Teaching teamwork and problem solving skills; Assessing learning
outcomes; and Sharing experiences about what works and what doesn't work.
Workshop Tuition and Meals: $600 Before May 15th, $650 After
May 15th. (Tuition is non-refundable after May 30.) On-campus
room ($120) is available but optional. Apply for the workshop online @ www.bucknell.edu/Engineering/ProjectCatalyst on
or before May 30. Accepted applicants will be notified on or before June
15. Late applicants will be considered depending upon availability. QUESTIONS? Contact Professor Michael Prince, Chemical Engineering Department, Bucknell University, Lewisburg,
PA 17837.
Telephone: 570.577.1781, email: prince@bucknell.edu
STUDENT
ORGANIZATIONS
AMERICAN SOCIETY
OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)
Want to know why
you should become a student member of the ASME? Find out the 10 Top Reasons for
joining at http://www.asme.org/jointoday/.
You can apply for membership online, or pick up a paper application form from
Murty Kanury, OSU ASME chapter advisor, Rogers
324. You are also invited to join the ASME mailing list (go to lists.oregonstate.edu group: ASME)
ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS
OSU (EWB-OSU) is a
student chapter of EWB-USA with a mission to implement sustainable engineering
projects in developing countries while developing responsible engineering
students. We are currently working on developing and implementing a potable
water delivery system for a small community in rural El Salvador. We have many
opportunities to participate in this multi-disciplinary group (currently, about
30 academic majors and programs are represented!) and on the project. If you
would like more information, please contact EWB-OSU at ewb_osu@yahoo.com.
HUMAN POWERED VEHICLE TEAM
The HPV team is
affiliated with the OSU chapter of ASME and shares a similar role in the College of Engineering as the Mini Baja and Formula
One teams. Members of the HPV team bring experience from many different areas
including exercise science, biomechanics, manufacturing, aviation, composite
structures, and automotive repair. Many of our team members are dedicated
cyclists and athletes. If you’re interested in joining the team this term and
helping us build this year’s vehicle, come to on of our weekly meetings
(Tuesdays, 4:45 pm in Graf 210) or contact team advisor Dr. Brian Bay or team
captain Heidi Wolfe.
Team web site: http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/hpv/index.htm.
MICROGRAVITY
FLIGHT TEAM
Want to work on a
research project for NASA? Want to develop something that will help put a
person on Mars? You like engines, why not work on a prototype nuclear engine
that powers a plasma rocket? Do you want to conduct an experiment in zero
gravity at 26,000 ft? If you answered yes to any of these questions, come check out the OSU Microgravity Flight Team! We meet in
the basement of Graf (look for the DARPA Sticker, we’re in there), Wednesdays
at 2–3 pm. For more information, contact Adam Reiner at adamreiner@hotmail.com.
SOCIETY OF
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS (SAE)
Formula SAE
group meets every Monday at 6 pm in Rogers 132. Baja SAE group
meets every Tuesday at 5 pm, also in Rogers 132.
OSU SOLAR
VEHICLE TEAM (OSUSVT)
OSUSVT
is currently designing a solar powered vehicle to compete in the 2007 American
Solar Challenge and the 2007 World Solar Challenge in Australia. This
is a university-wide project and interested people may still join in. (Meetings
are on Wednesdays, 7:30, MU 211. For more information, see the team web site at
http://oregonstate.edu/groups/osert/ and/or email one of
the team leaders—Hei Yue Han (hanh@onid.orst.edu) or Kathy VanWormer (paphorchid@hotmail.com).
You might also talk with ME seniors Nathan Lentini, Jim Byrne, and Cory Loomis,
who are working on an OSUSVT-related senior project.
SCHOLARSHIPS and FELLOWSHIPS
RODNEY C. WADDELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP,
SUPPORTED BY WILLAMETTE INDUSTRIES WITH AN
INTERNSHIP AT WEYERHAEUSER. Scholarship applicants must Junior- or
Senior-level undergraduates who are either currently enrolled in, or have been
accepted into, the Oregon State University Department of Mechanical Engineering
and have a 3.0 GPA or above. First preference is given to students with interest
in the Forest Products industry. To
apply:
Complete the
attached scholarship application and submit it to the OSU Mechanical
Engineering office, Rogers Hall Room 204, by Friday, February 17, 2006. The top three candidates will be
selected to interview with the management team of the Albany operation, as an opportunity exists
for a summer internship with the company.
TUITION REMISSION SCHOLARSHIPS FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: The
application process is currently underway for Academic Year 06/07, with
limited funds also available for Spring 06. Eligibility for the scholarship is
based on economic need, academic promise and achievement, full-time enrollment,
minimum of 2.5 undergraduate GPA and/or 3.0 graduate GPA, and diversity of
cultural representation. Applications
may be submitted for:
•
Spring term 2006 only
(application deadline: February 28, 2006)
•
Academic year, Fall term
2006-Spring term 2006 (application deadline: April 1, 2006)
For complete
eligibility requirements, please refer to the scholarship application available
at the International Student and Faculty Services office. For further information, or to request an
electronic copy of the application, please contact Kathy Sorensen, Int’l
Student and Faculty Services. kathy.sorensen@oregonstate.edu
The AMERICAN
SOCIETY OF HEATING, REFRIGERATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING ENGINEERS, INC.
(ASHRAE) offers a number of scholarships to undergraduate engineering
students. Application deadline is May 1, 2006. For more information
on ASHRAE scholarships, go to http://www.ashrae.org/template/AssetDetail/assetid/23628. A paper copy of the scholarship
brochure is available in the ME undergraduate office (Dearborn 102)
THE NAVAL RESEARCH ENTERPRISE INTERN PROGRAM (NREIP). The American Society for Engineering
Education (ASEE) is now administering NREIP, sponsored by the Office of Naval
Research (ONR). NREIP is a ten week summer research opportunity for
undergraduate Juniors & Seniors, and Graduate students, under the guidance
of a mentor, at a participating Navy Laboratory. The stipend amounts for the
program are $5,500 for undergraduate students and $6,500 for graduate students.
U.S.
citizenship required; Permanent residents accepted at certain labs. The
application is currently open and must be completed by February 17, 2006. Go
to: http://www.asee.org/NREIP.
THE NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY (NRL)
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM. This program is open to U.S.
citizens and legal permanent residents and offers a competitive stipend as well
as insurance, relocation, and travel allowances. This program offers one
to three year postdoctoral fellowships designed to increase the involvement of
scientists and engineers from academia and industry to scientific and technical
areas of interest and relevance to the Navy. This program has a rolling
admission. Go to: http://www.asee.org/nrl to learn more about
the program.
The OSU GRADUATE SCHOOL invites nominations for the P.F.
YEREX & NELLIE BUCK YEREX GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP and the BAYLEY GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP, both to be awarded this year to
selected graduate students who will be enrolled at Oregon State
University for Fall term
2006.
•
The Yerex & Yerex Fellowship will provide one or more fellowships
for the 2006-07 academic year, with awards estimated
at the $10,000 level (final award distributions to be determined by actual
endowment earnings). Eligibility is limited to outstanding graduate students
who are pursuing study in a scientific or technological field and who
are US
citizens or permanent residents. International graduate students are not
eligible. This award may be given in addition to a graduate teaching or
research assistantship.
•
The Bayley Fellowship
will provide funds of approximately $4,000 for the 2006-07 academic year. Final award level will be dependent upon actual
endowment earnings. The fellowship will be awarded on the basis of academic
performance and promise for the future. This award may be given in
addition to a graduate teaching or research assistantship. Domestic and
international students are eligible for nomination.
Fellowship
recipients will be determined by the Dean of the Graduate School
and will be made on the basis of academic achievement and promise for the
future. Nominations may be submitted by the student’s academic program
coordinator or department chair/head, or by the dean of the program in which the
student is enrolled. Students may
not apply directly for these awards. Nominations must be received by the
Graduate School by February 20, 2006.
Recipients will be announced by March 10, 2006. Information about these and
other fellowship programs administered by the Graduate School
can be found at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/grad_school/
The SCHATZ
ENERGY RESEARCH CENTER (SERC) (http://www.humboldt.edu/~serc/index.shtml) is pleased to
offer the Schatz Energy Fellowship for graduate studies at Humboldt State
University.
Applicants for the Environmental Resources Engineering (ERE; http://www.humboldt.edu/~ere_dept/index.html) and
International Development Technology (IDT; http://www.humboldt.edu/~ere_dept/idt/) options of the
Environmental Systems Graduate Program who intend to focus on renewable energy
or energy efficiency related work may be considered for the fellowship. The
fellowship provides $10,000 in support during the academic year to the selected
student. The fellowship may be renewed once to cover a second year of graduate
study. The fellow is expected to participate in research activities at
SERC during the nine month academic year. The fellowship does not
guarantee summer employment at SERC, although this is a possibility depending
on the availability of funds to compensate this additional work, as well as the
fellow’s skills and initiative. Applicants for the Schatz Energy Fellowship
should submit the following materials on or before March 15:
1. A 500-word essay
describing the line of research or project work that the student intends to
pursue while studying at Humboldt
State.
2. Copies of all
materials submitted to Humboldt
State for application to
the Environmental Systems Graduate Program (including the statement of purpose
essay, letters of recommendation, academic transcripts, GRE scores, and a
current résumé).
Applicants will be
notified regarding the status of their application by April 15. SERC is
an equal opportunity institution; women, minorities, and foreign nationals are
encouraged to apply.
SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND RESEARCH FOR
TRANSFORMATION (SMART) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. The SMART scholarship program provides
students with full tuition, monthly stipend, room and board and other
normal educational expenses. The purpose is to promote the education, recruitment
and retention of rising junior and senior undergraduate and graduate students
in science, mathematics and engineering studies. The SMART Scholarship Program
is open only to citizens of the United
States, and students must be at least 18
years of age to be eligible. There is an employment obligation to DoD with this
scholarship program. The application
deadline is February 17, 2006. Go to: http://www.asee.org/smart for
detailed information about the program and to apply online.
JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS—ME STUDENTS
Note: Job and internship opportunities
for ME students are also posted on the Rogers Hall bulletin boards near the ME
main office. Career Services also has ME-related job and internship
postings. To view the Career Services postings, visit http://oregonstate.edu/career/students/recruiting.php
and follow the instructions for logging in.
Internships
Interested in
doing an INTERNSHIP ABROAD? Check out the options available through the OSU IE3 Global Internships
office, http://ie3global.oregonstate.edu/.
For a partial listing of current international engineering internship
locations, see http://ie3global.oregonstate.edu/employers.html#engineering.
Application deadline for fall
2006 internships is April 15.
The ARCTIC REGION SUPERCOMPUTING CENTER
UNDERGRADUATE CHALLENGE is an internship program offered by the Arctic
Region Supercomputing Center (ARSC) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
(UAF). This program allows up to 10 undergraduate students to perform research
in the areas of Computer Science, Supercomputing, and Visualization. Preference
is given to minority applicants. ARSC focuses our efforts on traditionally
underrepresented people in the science and research fields. Students from all
engineering disciplines can apply for this program; participants are assigned a
project related to their field of study, to be performed under the direct
supervision of a faculty member or senior staff. Students spend an average of
10 weeks in Fairbanks
where they live in campus housing with undergraduate interns from other groups
and work an average of 40 hours per week to complete their projects. Under the
oversight of the Program Manager, they work independently and within research
groups, live in housing with other interns, gain new work and study skills and
establish a stronger sense of self-assurance. The program manager ensures that
each participant fully understands their project and what is expected of them.
Through this program ARSC strives to promote and further interests in many
areas of arctic research. The program also serves to develop positive research
and life skills while increasing involvement of diverse people in science and
research. For more information, visit http://www.arsc.edu/programs/interns/
or contact Jenn Wagaman at
the Arctic Region Supercomputing
Center, wagaman@arsc.edu. Application Deadline for summer 2006 internships is March 15, 2006
A JELD-WEN internship
is a hands-on management training opportunity to learn our business from the
inside out, and see if we're a perfect fit for your future, right upon
graduation. For more information, visit http://www.jwinterns.com/
The American
Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) is now administering the NAVAL
RESEARCH ENTERPRISE INTERN PROGRAM (NREIP) sponsored by the Office of Naval
Research (ONR). NREIP is a 10-week summer research opportunity for
undergraduate juniors and seniors and graduate students to work at a
participating Navy Laboratory under the guidance of a mentor. A listing of
participating labs, along with other information about the program, is
available at http://www.asee.org/nreip;
for more program details see also the poster attached to this bulletin. The
stipend amounts for the program are $5,500 for undergraduate students and
$6,500 for graduate students. U.S.
citizenship required; Permanent residents accepted at certain labs. The
application is currently open and must be completed by February 17,
2006. Please direct any questions to nreip@asee.org.
NASA
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM (USRP). NASA is seeking undergraduate students from
diverse communities who are interested in a challenging research experience at
a NASA center. Ten-week Summer sessions and 15-week Fall sessions will be
available. Aligned with NASA’s research and development mission, the USRP
program provides students with a technical mentor and excellent hands-on
experience. Students will receive weekly stipends of $500, plus round-trip
travel allowance. The USRP program seeks to extend and strengthen NASA’s commitment
to educational excellence and university research. Eligibility: Students
must meet the following eligibility requirements to participate in NASA’s
Undergraduate Student Research Program: (1) Must be classified as a rising
junior or senior after Spring 2006; (2) U.S. Citizenship; (3) Enrolled
full-time in an accredited U.S. College or University (community college
students may apply; however, placement is contingent on matriculation into a
four-year institution); (4) Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a
scale of 4.0; (5) Eligible fields of study are academic majors or demonstrated
coursework or concentration in engineering, mathematics, computer science or
physical/life science; (6) Demonstrated strong interest/commitment to one of
the above career fields or disciplines (e.g., science/math/engineering fairs,
clubs or awards; tutoring/mentoring, internships or other related experience). For
more information: Refer to the USRP website at http://education.nasa.gov/usrp
for more information including application instructions and eligibility
requirements.
Note: The Oregon
NASA Space Grant Consortium is pleased to sponsor one (1) eligible student
from an OSGC affiliate institution to participate in the NASA Undergraduate
Student Research Program. For more information, visit http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/,
call (541) 737-2414, or email spacegrant@oregonstate.edu.
Jobs
CARRUTHERS
EQUIPMENT COMPANY, a
growing manufacturer of proprietary equipment used in the food processing
industry, seeks a creative, capable Design Engineer to join our
engineering team. Mechanical engineer with a command of electro-mechanical and
solid modeling/micro-station modeler technologies required. The position
includes limited travel to factories of a wide variety of small to major food
processors. The successful candidate will have the ability to interface with
customers. Food industry experience is a plus. Tired of the same old
grind…boring scenery…long commute…overpriced housing? Our factory sits directly
on the mouth of the Columbia River. Our
location provides immediate access to numerous recreational activities
including fishing, hunting, and skiing, while being less than 100 miles from a
major city. Carruthers enjoys an excellent reputation as one of the industry’s
key innovators having brought numerous new products to market over the last
several years. We have been in business for over fifty-five years with
excellent financial health.
Carruthers also has
an immediate opening for an Industrial Engineer responsible for helping
Carruthers develop new production systems and procedures to help increase
capacity while also actively participating in our daily production process.
This position reports to the Production Manager; duties include: Prepare
production routing documents (Travelers) for all machine types; organize
Assembly Machine Shop and Fabrication Shop priorities; coordinate with
Assembly, Machine and Fabrication Shops on parts needed to accommodate timely
deliveries; create and monitor milestones for each order in terms of Last Day
out of Engineering to Planning, Last day out of Planning to Production, Last
Day to Assembly and Last day to Testing/Shipment; expedite production
requirements; coordinate sheet metal purchasing; and develop procedures that
improve the flow of parts and machines through the plant.
Carruthers offers
competitive salaries and benefits along with the opportunity to work in a
dynamic small business environment while working on innovative projects for
many of the largest businesses in the food industry. If qualified and
interested in either of these positions, please send your resume and cover
letter to Tony Stevens, Controller, at tonys@carruthers.us (503-861-2273, ext. 111).
CH2M HILL–Corvallis has an immediate
opening for an Entry-Level Mechanical Process Engineer. Employee will
work under the direct supervision of a senior level engineer to include
preparation, development of plans and specs for process mechanical design,
primarily on industrial or municipal water and wastewater projects. May also
help support construction services. Position follows prescribed procedures and
detailed instructions. Under close supervision, performs the routine aspects of
assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering
principles. Uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures, performs
specific and limited portions of assigned tasks. Work is reviewed for quality
and as part of a mentoring process. Contacts limited with customers and user
departments. Limited exercise of judgment is required in developing plans or
alternatives. Limited contact with clients. No supervisory responsibility. BS
degree required in Mechanical and EIT preferred. 1 to 2 years design experience
desired. Demonstrated knowledge and application of basic
engineering principles. CAD experience helpful but not
required. For more information and to apply: Go to http://www.ch2m.com/ and navigate to the Careers–Openings
within the US
page. Then click on “Search Openings” and then do a keyword search on ”Process Mechanical.” (For navigation
help in accessing the job information/application page, please call
Julie Marr at 541-768-3709.)
CLIMAX PORTABLE
MACHINE TOOLS in Newberg, Oregon,
is currently recruiting to fill a Senior Design Engineering position and
is especially interested in hiring OSU alumni. The company (please see us at http://www.CPMT.com )
is a key competitor in world markets for specialized machine tool
solutions. Climax holds over 20 patents and is considered a leader in
innovative designs for complex machining problems. Our solutions can save
our customers hundreds of thousands of dollars when critical repairs and
maintenance challenges result in crippling downtime. Our tools also
provide innovative onsite solutions in the shipbuilding, nuclear power,
military and heavy construction industries. Our engineers frequently
enjoy the roles of inventor, mechanical engineer and designer.
They take a customer need and develop a solution from cradle to grave.
The tools are built here in Newberg, so engineers benefit from a "hands
on" partnership with manufacturing. For many mechanical engineers,
this is the "dream job." The job is posted at http://www.cpmt.com/hr/. Note:
This is a senior-level position and as such will not be appropriate (yet!) for
OSU ME graduates seeking entry-level employment. However, if the work and our
company sounds interesting to you, we would like to
hear from you anyway, and we may in fact have several entry-level openings in
the near future. If you have questions about this position and/or other current
or forthcoming opportunities with CPTM, please contact Scott A. Copeland, BS,
MAP, Human Resources, Training and Development, Climax Portable Machine Tools,
503-537-5220, scopeland@CPMT.com.
CYTEC INDUSTRIES
INC., one of the world's
leading specialty chemicals companies, is seeking candidates for the Cytec
Leadership Development Program (CLDP). The CLDP is a 2-year rotational
program offering accelerated development for candidates with high potential
leadership talent. Program members develop leadership and engineering
skills by completing a series of four individual assignments at two distinct
Cytec sites. This program prepares graduates for global positions with a
significant level of responsibility, and offers a variety of career path
opportunities that enable program graduates to move to positions outside of
their current roles. CLDP participants will work on developmental assignments
to learn several aspects of the manufacturing and/or commercial business. They
will analyze plant operations, evaluate improvements and implement
cost-effective solutions together with the operations team. Additionally, CLDP
participants develop knowledge of new technologies and trends in the industry;
carry out a number of process studies related to improvements in quality,
reduced cost or enhanced operations; participate as a technical resource for
the continuous improvement teams in the unit operations; and coordinate
directly with the operations team to identify the root cause of various
problems. Extensive training and networking opportunities are provided. Successful
candidates must possess leadership aspirations and possess strong
leadership competencies. New hires will be rotated through positions at
multiple locations, therefore mobility is required. Opportunities are
available in North America, Europe and the
Asia Pacific region, therefore bilingual skills are a plus. Degree
requirements: BS, MS, PhD, Postdoctoral Major or concentration in Chemical or
Mechanical Engineering. Cytec will be interviewing here on campus in the near
future; for scheduling information, please contact Cheryl Herring, Career
Services, 737-0523 or Cheryl.l.herring@oregonstate.edu.
GEORGIA-PACIFIC
CORPORATION is recruiting
for entry-level Project Engineers. The position provides
engineering advice to operations and maintenance, implements changes to mill
operations and equipment, and assists in the design or modification of
construction and installation of new equipment/facilities to directly effect
operations. Position requires extensive interpersonal and group
communication. Minimum requirements include a BA in ME or EE, 2.8 or
higher GPA, relevant co-op or internship experience, and the ability and desire
to follow detailed safety precautions. For more information, see http://www.gp.com/careers/collegerel/
HARDER
MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS, INC., a major contractor dealing in the High Tech, Industrial and Commercial
fields with jobs throughout the western U.S., is currently seeking qualified
Engineering or Construction Engineering Management candidates for entry-level
field engineering and project management positions. Responsibilities
will include submittals, RFIs, cost tracking, scheduling, and assisting the
lead project manager in the successful estimating and construction of various
sized jobs. This is a challenging position working on a wide variety of projects
and offers an opportunity to join an industry-leading group of people. We have
an attractive benefits package, which includes a defined benefit pension plan,
401k, and major health insurance. The position is open now; however, for the
right candidate, the start date would be flexible. Please send resumes/cover
letters to: Harder Mechanical, 2148
NE MLK Jr. Blvd., Portland, OR 97212.
For more information about the company, visit http://www.hardercompanies.com/.
PIERCE PACIFIC
MANUFACTURING, a Portland area heavy
equipment manufacturer, is looking for an entry-level Mechanical Engineer
to be a part of our design team. The successful candidate will be a self
starter, with a working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or ProEngineer software.
A willingness to learn, and a desire to contribute quickly to the design group
are musts. Experience, while a plus, is not the major focus in our search.
Background and personal traits are equally important factors for this position.
Design work at Pierce Pacific includes structures, and a variety of mechanical,
hydraulic, and electrical systems. Designers will work with all aspects
of our products over a period of time. This diversity of product,
and a family type atmosphere, make Pierce Pacific an
excellent place to learn and work. This is a full-time, permanent
position, with benefits. Those interested, please mail your resume to:
Engineering Manager, Pierce Pacific Mfg, P.O. Box 30509, Portland, OR, 97294.
PRECISION
CASTPARTS is recruiting qualified engineering
graduates to participate in the PCC Management Development Program (MDP).
Training the next generation of management is essential to PCC’s continued
success as an industry leader. The MDP is designed to teach participants
the critical aspects of PCC’s business so that they can effectively influence
the future direction of the company. During their 24-month training
period, MDP participants rotate through two divisions and at least four
positions. The rotations involve on-the-job assignments that provide maximum
exposure to PCC’s operations. With numerous manufacturing facilities throughout
the United States,
participants of the MDP will be required to relocate as assigned. Qualifications:
Quality is not a negotiable item in our business;
it is a given. Our customers expect it, but, more importantly, we expect
it of ourselves and of the people we hire. We look for high
standards, dedication to quality, attention to detail,
excellent organizational skills, creativity, and integrity. Based on the needs
of our industry, our preferred candidates hold degrees in Mechanical
Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, and/or Metallurgical
Engineering. Performance Evaluation and Compensation: The MDP is designed for participants to succeed, but
standards for success are high. MDP participant performance is reviewed on
a semi-annual basis. Each participant is assigned a mentor who supports
the participant throughout the program; in addition, participants have
assignment coaches for each rotation. MDP base compensation and benefits are
very competitive, and MDP participants also share in PCC’s profits through the
quarterly bonus program. Employment: PCC has remarkable career opportunities, and MDP
participants are uniquely positioned to take advantage of career growth
opportunities. Note: Precision Castparts will be on campus on February
23rd to interview candidates this program. To participate in an MDP
interview, you must submit your application by February 9
through the Beaver Recruiting System (sign up at http://oregonstate.edu/career/students/recruiting.php.
PRECISION
CASTPARTS–Schlosser in Redmond, Oregon
has an immediate opening for a Dimensional Engineer. Position
Description: The Dimensional Engineer is responsible for the successful and
timely completion of the first article dimensional requirements of all assigned
development projects, and is also responsible for the successful and timely
completion of wax injection die rework to eliminate dimensional MRB on product
1st production run. Specific Job Functions: Generate as-cast
dimensional, chemical milling, masking, in-process dimensional, straightening,
and final dimensional work instructions; perform statistical analysis of
dimensional results to determine dimensional capability; generate dimensional
inspections plans; generate dimensional first article reports using AS9102 or
other industry standards; generate wax injection die tool rework plans;
generate supplemental first article dimensional work instructions; perform root
cause analysis to determine corrective actions for dimensional non-conformances
and dimensions which lack adequate control; generate redline drawings and
dimensional recommendations to customers using appropriate customer forms;
generate customer MRB, implement corrective action plans to address MRB; and
perform other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to distill technical requirements from
customer specs, PO's, and Drawings, and
determine if the process is capable; ability to effectively interface with back
end manufacturing, dimensional inspectors, machinists, and customers; ability
to effectively manage process or product projects, organize and prioritize
tasks in order to meet deadlines, and multi-task and work with limited
supervision; ability to perform root cause analysis and determine corrective
actions for tooling/fixturing related issue; Ability to create and submit MRB;
skills in written/verbal communication, decision making, and attention to
detail; ability to visualize 3-dimensionally; knowledge of SPC / 6-sigma;
knowledge of basic math, basic statistics and Geometric Dimensional and
Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M) technical knowledge of machining, process
capabilities, and knowledge of fixturing and back-end processes; ability to
develop plans for process / system improvements; and ability to perform root
cause analysis and determine corrective
actions for process-related issues. Education and Experience: BS
in Engineering (Mechanical or Metallurgical preferred); 2-3 years of
demonstrated success in dimensional engineering in the investment casting
industry desirable; advanced capability using Minitab, MSWord, and Excel, and
intermediate capability using Unigraphics, PCDMIS, Outlook, Access. Physical
Capabilities: Ability to read reports and use computers. Ability to
communicate, write, type and operate office
equipment. Ability to exert over fifty pounds of force
to move an object. Ability to work in an
environment with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals and varying temperatures.
We are looking to fill this position as quickly as possible. Applicants
should email their resume and cover letter to Judy Wiemer, Human Resource
Manager at PCC-Schlosser, at jwiemer@pccstructurals.com.
TRELLEBORG
SEALING SOLUTIONS EUGENE,
manufacturer of Orkot composite bearings, has an immediate opening for a Product
Engineer. This position will provide technical and product support
for our customers. General responsibilities will consist of: bearing
design; technical and customer support; estimating and quoting; sales and quote
follow up; engineering support for in-house manufacturing requirements;
occasional travel. Skill requirements include: proficiency with AutoCAD
software; proficiency with Microsoft application software; high mathematical,
mechanical, and technical aptitude; and strong written and communication
skills. This is a position that requires a team-oriented person with an
engineering background that is customer focused, and the ability to work in a
fast paced office environment. Drug Screening required. Apply by emailing cover
letter, current résumé, references and salary requirements to: rene.purvine@trelleborg.com
WARN INDUSTRIES. The Powersports Design and Development Team
at Warn Industries has an immediate opening for a
day-shift “Engineer III” position. Job responsibilities: The
person in this position applies extensive and diversified knowledge of
engineering principles, design experience and practices in broad areas of
assignment and related fields with minimal or no direction; leads projects both
inside WARN and with outside contractors (consulting engineering; and makes
decisions and recommendations to leadership that are recognized as
authoritative and have far-reaching impact on engineering and other activities
in the company. This position is responsible for supporting research, selection
and purchasing of complete assemblies from outside suppliers. Offshore
production sources will be the primary focus. Position requirements: BS
Engineering degree (mechanical preferred). Design engineering background and
hands-on mechanical aptitude required, electrical background strongly desired
(12 VDC motors, contactors, switching circuits). Experience using a CAD solid
modeling system (SDRC IDEAS desired) and all MS Office software. Must possess good interpersonal communication skills. Must
have ability to work in a fast-paced product development environment and adapt
to changing priorities. Must have excellent time-management
skills. Project Management skills required (PMI certification desired).
Direct experience negotiating and sourcing product from Asia
preferred. Prefer familiarity with ATV vehicles and accessories and knowledge
of DFM/A concepts and applications. Experience in designing/specifying motors
(DC or brushless) and associated hardware (contactors, switches, wiring)
desired. Position requires frequent verbal communications (talking and hearing)
in English language, frequent walking, lifting up to 40 pounds, carrying,
balancing, stooping, reaching, handling, feeling, bending and grasping. Some
travel may be required.
To apply for this
position (Engineer III, Job number #05-111R), please mail your resume and cover
letter to: Warn Industries, Attn: Human Resources, 12900 SE Capps Road, Clackamas,
OR 97015.
Please include job title and number in your application. Or, complete an
application onsite by coming to Warn Industries, 13270 SE Pheasant Ct.,
Milwaukie, OR 97222 between 7 AM and 3:30 PM Mondays-Fridays. For more
information, please contact Warn Human Resources at warnresume@warn.com.
Note: a post-offer, pre-employment drug screening, physical and criminal
background check will be required
FACULTY
POSITIONS
NOTE: See
archived versions of postings submitted September–January 2005 at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/
CORNELL UNIVERSITY. The Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University,
Ithaca, New
York invites applications for at least two (2) tenure
track faculty positions. We welcome applications from all areas of Mechanical
and Aerospace Engineering, however, we are
particularly interested in candidates with research interests in the following
areas: 1. Biomechanics, and analysis of biomechanical systems. 2. Energy,
energy systems, sustainability and the environment Applicants must hold a
doctorate in an appropriate field and must have demonstrated an ability to
conduct outstanding research, and show promise for excellent teaching. We
anticipate filling the positions at the Assistant Professor level, but
applications at other levels will be considered; salary and rank are
commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Sibley
School, and the College
of Engineering at Cornell
embrace diversity and seek candidates who will create a climate that attracts
students of all races, nationalities and genders. We strongly encourage women
and underrepresented minorities to apply. Applicants should submit a curriculum
vita, a research statement, a teaching statement, and complete contact
information for at least three references to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Sibley School of Mechanical &
Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, 105 Upson Hall, Ithaca, New York
14853. All applications received by
February 15, 2006 will receive full consideration. [posted 1/16 and 2/6]
GROVE CITY
COLLEGE announces a faculty
opening in Mechanical Engineering beginning in the fall of 2006. A Ph.D. in
Mechanical Engineering is required; industrial experience is valued.
Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses primarily in the
thermal and fluid systems areas as well as laboratory courses. Qualified
applicants will enjoy working closely with students in laboratory and classroom
settings, as well as advising for senior design projects and helping with
curriculum development. A focus on quality teaching is foremost at Grove City
College, and candidates must evidence a strong record of classroom teaching,
meaningful scholarship within the field, and a commitment to instructing highly
motivated students (1317 average SAT for entering freshmen in Mechanical
Engineering) in a Christian liberal arts institution. Rank and salary are
commensurate with qualifications. Send letter of application, vita,
transcripts, names of four references (three professional and one pastoral),
and a 4-5 paragraph essay relating your philosophy of a liberal arts education
and teaching mechanical engineering with the College’s unique mission in higher
education to: William P. Anderson, Jr., Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for
Academic Affairs, Grove City College, 100 Campus Drive, Grove City, PA
16127-2104. For further information, see the “About Grove City College” section
on our web site (www.gcc.edu). Review of applications will commence immediately
and continue until the position is filled.
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA. The Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering invites
applications and nominations for multiple tenure track faculty positions at the
rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. Senior positions will be
considered for applicants with exceptional stature and professional record.
Applicants in all areas of aerospace and mechanical engineering will be
considered but preference will be given to candidates with expertise and
interest in controls, fluid dynamics, heat transfer and solid mechanics.
Opportunities for synergy with existing aerospace research activities in the
department, and the University will be viewed favorably. The department is
seeking an individual who is able to work with diverse students and colleagues,
and who has experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular
perspectives. Preference will be given to candidates with motivation and
expertise to contribute to the focus areas of the department and of the College of Engineering. These include, but are not
limited to Aerodynamics, Advanced materials, Bioengineering, and Micro/Nano
systems. Candidates with expertise at the interface of two or more of these
areas are especially encouraged to apply. The Department offers excellent
opportunities to interact with the Arizona
Health Sciences
Center, the College of Optical Sciences,
and the Department of Planetary Sciences, all of which enjoy international
recognition as centers for world-class academic programs and research.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and
graduate levels and to establish active research programs. Previous teaching
experience is expected for senior candidates, and desirable in all cases.
Required qualifications are a Ph.D. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical
Engineering or closely related discipline, and demonstrated research potential
or accomplishments. Review of materials is currently ongoing and will continue
until the positions are filled. Interested applicants should consult the
university website URL: https://www.uacareertrack.com/ and enter job number
33891 then follow instructions to make a formal application for this position.
Faculty positions are also available in other areas of the Department of
Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering as listed for job number 33891.
Applicants and interested individuals may contact Professor Anatoli Tumin,
Chair, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering Search Committee, Aerospace and
Mechanical Engineering Department, The University of Arizona, 1130 N. Mountain,
P.O. Box 210119, Tucson, AZ 85721-0119. Tel: 520-626-8724. Email:
aero@ame.arizona.edu.
URL: http://www.ame.arizona.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN. Applications and formal and informal
nominations are sought for the Caterpillar Chair in the Department of
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign. Candidates should have a demonstrated record of distinguished
technical accomplishment in an area relevant to mechanical science and
engineering. The appointment will be made at the Full Professor (with tenure)
level. The successful candidate will hold the Caterpillar Chair in Engineering.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Salary is commensurate with qualifications
and experience. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by
April 30, 2006. The proposed starting date is August 16, 2006 or negotiable
after closing date. In your cover letter, please reference search #10278.
Interviews may be conducted before the closing date, but the final decision
will not be made until after that date. Applicants are encouraged to
electronically submit a curriculum vitae and contact
information for four references to MIE-facultyrecruiting@uiuc.edu.
Alternatively, application material may be mailed to Chair, Faculty Search
Committee, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1206 West Green Street, Urbana, IL 61801 USA.
Phone: (217) 244-7388.
THE
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
AT DULUTH
(UMD). The Department
of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) at the University of Minnesota
Duluth invites applications for one tenure track
position at the Assistant Professor level and one renewable contract position
at the Instructor level starting August 28, 2006. Applicants for the Assistant Professor
position are required to have an earned doctorate in engineering or a closely
related field by August 28, 2006, with teaching interest in the area of
controls and system dynamics. Applicants
for the Instructor position must have a Bachelors degree in engineering and a
Masters degree and be willing to teach a variety of courses in the MIE
Department. Candidates for the Assistant
Professor position must have an appropriate research interest such as control
systems, robotics, mechatronics, or transportation systems. All candidates must have excellent
communication skills and demonstrate commitment to teaching. Send your complete
application (a letter of application, a research plan for the assistant
professor position, a teaching philosophy statement, a curriculum vita, and
contact information for three current references) to: John C. Voss, Chair,
Search Committee, UMD Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, 105 VKH, 1305 Ordean Court, Duluth, MN 55812
– 3042. Email: jvoss1@d.umn.edu. A review
of completed applications will start on February 28, 2006, continuing until the
position is filled. Further details at http://www.d.umn.edu/mie
UMD is also seeking
a Director of Transportation Programs. This individual will have overall
responsibility for all aspects of the transportation programs at UMD, including
the Northland Advanced Transportation Systems Research Laboratories and the
Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute. Specific responsibilities
include administrative oversight, strategic planning, budgeting, fiscal
management, and coordination of research activities. The Director is
expected to lead an innovative transportation program with emphasis on multiple
modes of transportation and on transportation issues associated with a northern
climate. Position requires extensive interaction with varied clientele
and potential funding sources and the ability to raise external funds.
The Director will represent UMD to private industry, federal and state
agencies, and other transportation institutes across the country and around the
world. The Director will report to the Dean of the College of Science
and Engineering. The candidate must have a PhD in a transportation-related
field, an established record of research and publications in a
transportation-related field suitable for appointment at the rank of Associate
Professor (either in the College of Science and Engineering or the Labovitz
School of Business and Economics), a record of providing leadership in a
recognized transportation organization, excellent verbal and written
communications skills, strong managerial skills, the ability to provide
leadership in teaching and research to the faculty and staff of UMD
transportation-affiliated departments, and a commitment to expanding the
transportation research programs at UMD. Preferred qualifications include
an established record of research and publications in a transportation-related
field suitable for the granting of indefinite tenure at the rank of Full
Professor, five years of experience in a leadership position in a
nationally-recognized transportation organization, experience in maritime
transportation and multi-modal transportation, the ability to teach courses at
the undergraduate and graduate level in transportation and three years
experience teaching, and a proven ability to secure external funding in
transportation studies. Appointment is 12-month, beginning Summer 2006.
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with the successful candidate’s
qualifications. Nominations and applications are invited. Applicants should
provide a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement outlining your
commitment to diversity, and the names, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses and
mailing addresses of no fewer than four references to
Timothy Holst, Search Committee Chair, College
of Science and Engineering, University of Minnesota Duluth, 303 Ordean Court, Duluth,
MN 55812.
Review of complete applications will begin on February 13, 2006, and
applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Further
details at www.d.umn.edu/natsrl/ and www.glmri.org.
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE. The UNH Department of Mechanical
Engineering invites applications for a tenure track
position in fluid dynamics or the thermal sciences. Of particular
interest are candidates with expertise in the experimental study of turbulent
shear flows, including wall bounded turbulence, stratified flow, reacting
turbulent flows, or convective heat transfer. The applicant must have a
clearly defined research agenda and some evidence of scholarly productivity.
Applicants must possess an earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or closely
allied field, and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. The
anticipated starting date is August 2006. The appointment is intended to be at
the assistant professor level, but highly qualified candidates will also be
considered at the associate professor level. The successful candidate will be
expected to: i) participate in the thermal/fluid science component of the
teaching mission of the department at both the undergraduate and graduate
levels, and ii) establish a vibrant externally funded scholarly research
program including the active mentoring of MS and PhD students. In addition, the
candidate will have numerous opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary
collaborations. UNH has an active group of researchers who would benefit from interactions
with the desired candidate. These existing research activities include
investigation of boundary layer flow physics, theoretical and experimental
study of atmospheric and oceanic flows, optical diagnostic development for
fluid mechanics and combustion, and wide-ranging studies of plasma dynamics.
The application package should include a letter stating specific teaching and
research interests, a detailed resume and the names of at least three
references. The target date for applications is January 31, 2006, but the
search will remain open until the position is filled. Consideration of
applications will begin immediately. Application materials should be
addressed to: Joe Klewicki, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Mechanical
Engineering Department, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH, 03824.
UNIVERSITY OF NIZWA, SULTANATE OF OMAN. The University
of Nizwa is seeking a Dean for its new
College of Engineering. Position requires minimum
2-year commitment to get the college up and running and includes the usual
responsibilities for hiring, curriculum design, etc. Beginning in the Fall of
2006, the university will also need regular engineering instructional faculty
(with PhDs); these positions require a minimum 1-semester commitment. If
interested/for more information, please contact Neil Forsberg, Professor,
Department of Animal Sciences, Oregon State
University, Corvallis, OR 97331-6702.
Phone 541-737-1918; Fax 541-737-4174; neil.forsberg@oregonstate.edu,
or Mark Lusk, Director of International Education and Outreach, Oregon State
University, Corvallis, OR 97331-1642. Phone 541-737-3006; Fax
541-737-6482; mark.lusk@oregonstate.edu
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE. The
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering seeks one
assistant-professor, tenure-track position at the Fox Valley
campus starting fall of 2006. Bachelor’s
and doctoral degrees in ME or a closely related field are required. The doctoral degree requirements must be met
by 5/30/2006. The successful candidate
must be able to teach all courses in the thermal-fluid area, laboratories, and
be willing to teach a broad spectrum of ME courses. She/he must demonstrate a genuine interest in
teaching undergraduates and possess good written and oral communication
skills. Teaching experience, industrial
experience, and professional registration are desirable. Professional and scholarly activities are
expected, but quality teaching is the primary responsibility. UW-P is a comprehensive university in the UW
system. ME is the largest of the
University’s ABET accredited programs with about 100 graduates annually. Initial teaching assignments will be at the Fox Valley
campus, a growing collaborative program in Neenah, WI. Extensive opportunities for consulting and
professional development are available nearby.
Review of applications begins immediately and applications will be
accepted until March 20th. The successful
candidate needs to have demonstrated commitment to or experience with diverse
populations. The University of
Wisconsin-Platteville, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, seeks
to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and
persons of color. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested
in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists,
will be released upon request. Vita and contact
information for at least three professional references must be submitted in
electronic (Adobe PDF or MSWord email
attachment) and hard copy format to: Dr. John Iselin, Search and Screen Chair,
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of
Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI 53818-3099, iselinj@uwplatt.edu [posted 1/30]
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