OSU MECHANICAL ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN
Issue #19
Week of February 27, 2006
MECOP Info Session this
Wednesday at 5 pm
Dear ME and IME students,
The Multiple Engineering Cooperative Program provides
students the opportunity for two paid six-month internships at two different
companies. Every effort is made to ensure that students receive a diverse and
relevant experience. There are over 80 companies in the MECOP/CECOP
program and well over 35 that take ME and IME students. The internship periods
for ME and IME students are normally Spring/Summer. Each discipline has
certain course requirements to be eligible for applying to the program and then
course requirements that must be completed before your first and second
internships. The ME and IME course offerings have been developed to allow
students to participate in this program usually with only a delay of two terms
from your normal graduation date. Selection is competitive and is based
on written and oral communication,
motivation, and other factors in
addition to academic performance.
We will be holding a MECOP
informational meeting for all mechanical,
industrial, and manufacturing
engineering students on Wednesday,
March 1, 2006 in Rogers 230. The meeting begins
sharply at 5 pm and is expected to last an hour to an hour and a half
depending on your questions. This is your chance to find out more about
this excellent program and how it could benefit you!
Note: MECOP applications will be available on-line
around March 1st and require that you be accepted or in pro-school
by Fall 2006. The applications will be due on April 10th along
with pro-school applications for Fall 2006.
Shop Talk for ME Students
Dear ME Students:
Please take heed of the following! You can only sign up
to use the lathes and milling machines for one 2-hour
block per day. You cannot block off more than 2 hours at a
time, even if you are signing up for
someone else. If, at the end
of your allotted 2 hours, no one
else has signed up for the next block of time,
you may sign up for that block of time.
The shop is getting extremely busy during the
regular daytime hours and on the Wednesday., Thursday,
and Saturday extended hours of operation. I will start posting the
next-week’s sign-up sheets each Friday,
so I suggest you come to the shop on Fridays to schedule your time for the next
week.
Also, Senior Project, 383,
Baja, and Formula groups may
only sign up for one machine per group per time slot. This
means if someone in your group is using a mill at 10 am,
the other members of your group are only allowed to use one lathe at the same
time.
Remember the shop closes promptly at 11:45 for lunch.
Thanks,
Steve Adams
UPCOMING EVENTS
This Week...
Monday, February 27: Final photo session for ME Graduate
Student Directory. 2 pm–5 pm in
Rogers 304. If
you’re a graduate student and haven’t yet had your picture taken for the grad
student directory, show up today!
Monday, February 27: Weekly Pi Tau Sigma Tutoring Session for
ENGR 211, 212,
213 students. 5–7 pm, Caliper
Lounge (4th floor of Rogers).
Tuesday,
February 28: Linus Pauling Birthday Celebration. 12-1 in Gleeson Hall. Guest Speaker Steven Lawson, who worked with Linus Pauling at the Linus Pauling
Institute of Science and Medicine in California
and now administers the Linus Pauling Institute here at OSU, will share some personal details about Linus
Pauling’s life, touching especially
on Pauling’s undergraduate student years. This event is sponsored by the
Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, and Environmental Engineering departments. The
public is welcome;
cake and other refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, February 28: Center for Teaching and Learning Workshop
for Faculty and Graduate Students “Discover Your Teaching Philosophy”, 3–5 pm in MU 211.
Pre-registration requested.
Tuesday, February 28: Human-Powered Vehicle Team weekly
meeting, 4:45 in Graf 210.
Tuesday, February 28: Mini Baja Team weekly meeting, 5 pm in the SAE shop (Rogers 132).
Tuesday, February 28: ASME
meeting, 5:30 pm in Rogers 230. All ME
students welcome! There will be hot pizza and ME Professor Rich Petersen will
talk about his current research.
Tuesday, February 28: Solar Vehicle Team weekly meeting, 6 pm in MU 211.
Wednesday, March 1: MECOP informational meeting for all
mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering students, 5 pm in Rogers
230. See special announcement at the
beginning of this bulletin.
Wednesday, March 1: 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, March 1: Forum on Scientific Ethics. 4 pm in
the Valley Library Rotunda. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the
Spring Creek Project at OSU and the university's Department of Philosophy, this forum looks at the process of
science, including peer review, scientific values and ethics. Following the panel discussion, there will be a question-and-answer session with
the panelists, who include:
• Edward Brook, an associate professor of geosciences, whose studies of ice core evidence of global
warming were reported around the world;
• Courtney Campbell, chair of the Department of Philosophy and former
editor of the Hastings Center Report,
a professional bioethics journal; he also teaches research ethics at OSU;
• John Cassady, vice president for research at OSU, and a nationally known scientist who studies
anti-cancer properties found in plants;
• Anne Guerry, a Ph.D. candidate in zoology at OSU who works with
faculty members Jane Lubchenco and Bruce Menge studying intertidal seaweed
diversity;
• Jonathan Kaplan, an assistant professor of philosophy and director
of OSU’s undergraduate program in applied ethics;
• Mary Jo Nye, the Horning Professor of Humanities at OSU and a
professor of history, who is a fellow
of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Wednesday, March 1: SWE Banquet,
6 pm in CH2M-Hill Alumni Center. Reservations required. For more information
contact Ellen Momsen at 541.737.9699 or ellen.momsen@oregonstate.edu
Thursday, March 2: Center for Teaching and Learning
Workshop for Faculty and Graduate Students “Using Decision Support Systems (wireless
feedback systems) in Large Classes.” 3–5 pm in Apperson 2/2. CPS helps you hone
your instruction by giving you feedback in real time,
regardless of your class size. Every student has a response pad, so every student is engaged. CPS lightens your
administrative load by offering you time-saving features through unobtrusive
hardware and intuitive software. You can take and record attendance in a matter
of seconds. Tests and quizzes are graded and recorded as they’re administered.
The software is easy to begin using and has the depth of features to meet your
needs. CPS lets you do more with less.
Pre-registration requested
at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/using_decision_support_systems_form.htm.
Plan
Ahead...
Monday, March 6: Engineers Without
Borders General Meeting, 6 pm in
Apperson 101.
Tuesday, March 7–Friday,
March 10: OSU
Conference on Gender and Culture. For a listing of events,
visit http://oregonstate.edu/womenscenter/conference.htm.
Wednesday, March 8: Center for Teaching and Learning
Workshop for Faculty and Graduate Students Open Forum on Motivating Students. 12-1:30 pm in MU 213. Bring your lunch; no
pre-registration required.
Wednesday, March 8: Engineers Without
Borders fundraising meeting, 6
pm in Apperson 101
FACULTY/GRADUATE
SEMINARS
NO Faculty/Grad Seminar
this week.
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
SPRING
TERM REGISTRATION TIMES are posted on the bulletin
board in the hall beside the office of Dearborn
102. You can also access this information online at http://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/services/registration/priority.htm
THE ME UNDERGRADUATE
ADVISING PERIOD ENDS THIS FRIDAY,
March 3rd. If you have not yet signed up for an
appointment, please come to the ME
Undergraduate Office (Dearborn 102) ASAP. 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. Note: 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.
ATTENTION GRADUATE
STUDENTS: The ME
Department is creating a Graduate Student Directory that will be posted in
Rogers Hallway and on the ME web site. We need your photos! For those
of you who didn’t make either of the previous picture-taking sessions, your FINAL OPPORTUNITY
is today, Monday, Feb. 20. Come to Rogers 204 anytime between 2 pm and 5 pm. If
you can’t make this photo sessions,
please contact Tracy.Ann.Robinson@oregonstate.edu to make alternate arrangements.
BUILDING/EQUIPMENT SECURITY ALERT.
The ME department buildings and others in the college have been the recent
targets of many thefts. The state police have indicated that these recent
thefts have been directed at laptop computers,
which according to them are marketable for identify theft. In many of
these cases, the thieves have
spotted a laptop through an office or lab window and have then broken it out to
get at the items. Many of these occurrences have happened in the Thursday
night to Sunday period. Please be aware of anything unusual and report it
to campus security. Do not prop doors open after hours, and if you see doors propped open, please report it to the ME office. Be vigilant
about keeping doors locked and secure.
Did you graduate Summer or
Fall of 2005, or are you graduating
Winter or Spring of 2006? MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE ME
GRADUATION CEREMONY, SATURDAY, JUNE 17,
4 - 6 P.M. This ceremony will be held in the Lasells Stewart
Center, and will include individual recognition of
each graduate. More information will be forthcoming.
NEW
SPRING ’06 GRADUATE COURSE OFFERING: ME 667
Computational Fluid Dynamics (Spring 06, 3 credits). Instructor: Dr. Sourabh V. Apte, Department of Mechanical Engineering. This is an
advanced graduate level course dealing with numerical methods used in
simulation of turbulent flows. It is designed to understand and apply modern
computational techniques to solve a wide variety of fluid dynamics problems
involving incompressible and compressible flows. The course is intended for
students from several disciplines interested in development and application of
numerical schemes to a variety of problems involving fluid flows. Prerequisites
include ME 560 or ME565 or ME566 and ME575 or instructor’s approval.
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!
ENGINEERING COMPUTING
SERVICES FACT SHEET now available. For the convenience of
engineering faculty who need information on our computing and networking
facilities for proposals, the
College has put together a "fact sheet" that lists all our
capabilities. The information is available at http://engr.oregonstate.edu/it_boilerplate and will be updated as the CoE CS
facilities improve.
FACULTY RESEARCH GRANT OPPORTUNITY: The
Human Frontier Science Program has issued a Call for Letters of Intent for
Research Grants for Interdisciplinary Research. This program is
encouraging collaborative research across a wide range of disciplines including
engineering, life sciences and physical
sciences.
Link to program
information: http://www.hfsp.org/about/AboutProg.php.
Link to application
instructions: http://www.hfsp.org/how/appl_forms_RG.php.
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. To see pictures taken by
EWB-OSU members on a recent trip to El Salvador,
go to the new EWB-OSU forum at http://ewbosu.bbfunplus.com/?mforum=ewbosu. (Please register as a
user.)
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. (Winter term meetings are on
Tuesdays, 6 pm,
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
The deadline
has been extended for the RODNEY C. WADDELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP, supported by Weyerhaeuser with an associated
summer internship. Minimum scholarship amount is $1500; higher levels
may be available TBD. Scholarship applicants must be 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, but other
students may also apply. To apply: Complete the scholarship application
available at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/WaddellApp06.pdf and bring it to the OSU
Mechanical Engineering office, Rogers
Hall Room 204, by Friday, March 3,
2006. The top three scholarship candidates will be invited to interview for
a summer internship at Weyerhaeuser’s Albany
operation.
The US Department of
State and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) are
pleased to announce the availability of SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTENSIVE STUDY IN
CRITICAL-NEED LANGUAGES such as Arabic,
Bangla,
Hindi, Punjabi,
Turkish and Urdu at American Overseas Research Centers during Summer 2006. Recipients of this scholarship will be
expected to continue their language study beyond the scholarship period and
later apply their critical language skills in their professional careers. Available
Programs: Beginning Arabic in Egypt, Jordan
and Tunisia Intermediate and Advanced Arabic in Yemen;
Beginning and Intermediate Bangla in Bangladesh; Intermediate and Advanced Bangla, Hindi, and Urdu,
and all levels of Punjabi in India;
and Beginning and Intermediate Turkish in Turkey. Eligibility:
Applications are encouraged from undergraduate,
MA and PhD students in all disciplines including business,
engineering, science, the social sciences and humanities. Undergraduate
students must have completed at least one year of course-work by program start
date. All applicants must be U.S. citizens. Duration:
Programs range from 6 weeks to 11 weeks,
beginning in early to mid-June. Programs begin with a pre-departure orientation
session in Washington, DC. Grant
benefits: All program costs are covered for participants. This includes
travel between the student's home city,
Washington, DC, and program location; room; board; travel within country; and all
entrance fees for program activities. Specifics on visa requirements will be
provided to selected students. University level credit may be available. Please
see www.caorc.org for
program descriptions, applications
and deadlines.
The VINCENT BARRY BURNS
CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP provides a $1,000
award for books or related educational expenses to a student who has overcome
adversity and has met significant life challenges. Award priority is given
to students with unmet financial need. The application form is attached and
available at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/BurnsScholarshipApp06.pdf Applications are due by 3 pm on
Friday, April 14, 2006 at the Dean’s Office, College
of Liberal Arts,
205 Gilkey
Hall, Oregon
State University.
The US
Army Materiel Command (AMC) is currently recruiting engineering
graduates for the AMC FELLOWS PROGRAM. This is a is a fast-track program that provides the
opportunity for a graduate education while beginning a career with
AMC. Program details may be found at http://www.amccareers.com/amcfellowsprogram.htm. Interested
engineers should fill out the Fellows Response Form available at http://www.amccareers.com/response%20form.htm. For more
information about the AMC, visit http://www.amc.army.mil/.
JACK KENT COOKE
GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP: $50,000/yr . OSU seniors and recent graduates (since May
2001) are invited to apply for a Jack Kent Cooke scholarship to support
graduate study. OSU will recommend two such applications to the Cooke
Foundation in its 2006 competition. The Cooke Scholarship can provide funding
for tuition, fees, living expenses and books for the time needed to
complete the graduate degree. A maximum of $50,000
annually is available for the winners provided they maintain standards of
excellence and progress as defined by the Cooke Foundation. To be eligible for
consideration a student must be a college senior who will graduate no later
than August 2006 or a recent graduate (since May 2001); have a GPA of at least
3.5; and be preparing to begin full-time graduate study in fall 2006.
Only two student nominations can be forwarded by OSU,
and a faculty committee will pre-screen to select applicants to forward. To
apply: Obtain an application packet from the University
Honors College, 229 Strand Hall, Ms Heather Boren (737-6400). Or contact Jon
Hendricks, Dean, UHC for further
information. Applications are due in the University Honors College no
later than April 17, 2006.
NORTHWEST FOOD
PROCESSORS ASSOCIATION (NWFPA) SCHOLARSHIP: $5000 for 2006/07 academic year. These scholarships were created to serve, attract and encourage outstanding students of the
Northwest with a strong interest and potential to pursue a career in
agribusiness, especially one
focusing on disciplines which support food processing operations. The scholarships
for the 2005-2006 academic year will target students
from the land grant universities in Idaho, Oregon and Washington who will
become leaders in the food manufacturing industry. Three scholarships will be awarded, one at each institution. To apply, you must have junior standing or above
and at least 90 credit hours. More
details about the scholarship,
eligibility criteria, and selection
process are available in the attached Word file and at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/NWFPAScholarshipCrit06-07.pdf
. The scholarship application form is also
attached to this email and available at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/NWFPAScholarshipApp06-07.pdf
Both of these documents are also attached to this email. Submit
application by April 14, 2006, to Linda Dunn,
Academic Program Support, Food
Science and Technology, 100 Wiegand Hall,
Oregon State Universit, 97331. If you have questions,
contact Linda Dunn at 541-737-6486 or linda.dunn@oregonstate.edu.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE) ADVANCED
FUEL CYCLE INITIATIVE (AFCI) AND THE GEN IV PROGRAM are offering 11 fellowships, valued at up to $42,500
each, to support to students who are
or will be: (1) Pursuing a master's degree this fall in engineering, chemistry,
physics, or radiochemistry; and (2) Conducting master's degree research in an
area relevant to the funding program and approved by the relevant program
managers. Preferred undergraduate degrees include Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Physics,
Applied Physics, Chemistry, Nuclear Chemistry and Radiochemistry.
For more information and
to apply, please go to the
University Fellowship Program web site: http://www.studentpipeline.org. Note: Fellows must be US
citizens or permanent resident aliens and must be accepted into a master's
degree program by September 1, 2006.
Address any questions about the program or application process to Cathy Dixon
at cdixon@mail.wtamu.edu or 806-651-3401. The application
deadline is Sunday, March 19, 2006.
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 third INSTITUTE FOR
SCHOLARSHIP ON ENGINEERING EDUCATION (ISEE),
an NSF-funded project through the Center for the Advancement of Engineering
Education, is accepting applications
for 2006-07 Scholars. During previous
Institutes, Scholars engaged in
year-long engineering education research projects,
individually and in groups, with
facilitation by ISEE senior researchers.
This year's theme is diversity where the focus is on advancing
engineering education research to meet the needs of the 21st century. ISEE
2006-07 Scholars will meet for a Summer Summit "kick-off" in Washington,
DC on July 9-14, 2006. The
ISEE year continues with activities throughout the academic year to facilitate
Scholars' studies and culminates in a final Leadership Meeting in the autumn
2007. A select group of Scholars will be chosen from a national pool of
applicants. Applications are due
March 6, 2006. For a complete description of the ISEE
experience and application guidelines,
please visit our website at http://www.engr.washington.edu/caee/isee-2006-07.html. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Robin Adams (rsadams@purdue.edu) or Dr. Lorraine Fleming (lfleming@howard.edu).
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 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.
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/
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.
TEKTRONIX, INC in Beaverton, Oregon is looking for a Mechanical
Engineering Intern for its Central Engineering office. Internship
Responsibilities: This is up to a six month internship opportunity.
Join a highly skilled and energetic team of mechanical engineers
developing leading edge test and measurement products. Specific
product areas include Logic Analyzers,
Oscilloscopes, Probes, Wireless Communication,
and Video Monitoring and Test products. Internship will focus on
product design and/or fixture design using Pro/Engineer,
may involve specific analysis and testing to known requirements,
and may involve
research oriented activities. Knowledge of heat transfer principles, materials,
drafting, and manufacturing
processes is required. Individual will work closely with vendors to
optimize designs for cost,
performance, manufacturability, and reliability and will be teamed in
mentoring program with Mechanical Engineer. Great opportunity to
work in the high tech industry with supportive people, using state of the are
design tools to solve challenging engineering problems in a creative design
atmosphere. Internship Requirements: Because of the nature of the work
at Tektronix, a
Mechanical Engineering student,
Junior Level (minimum) standing is a business necessity. A 3.3 minimum cumulative
GPA is expected. Interested and qualified students please send resume to Brian
Wood at brian.j.wood@tektronix.com. Job Requisition Number
IRC 9544. http://www.tek.com/careers/college/internships.html
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.
FLEXTRONICS
INTERNATIONAL is
looking for a part-time Engineering student who has completed at least 2 years
of engineering coursework to work 10-20 hrs a week on a project at Hewlett
Packard in Corvallis.
The part-time employee will be working with our engineering team and the
employee’s assignments will vary depending on weekly needs.This
position requires familiarity with: engineering design,
prototype assembly, programming, and CAD. The ideal candidate will have completed 2
years of engineering, have at least
one programming class, and ME design coursework.
The candidate will have good communications skills and be able to work a
flexible schedule. Please contact Rudy Schalk at
715-3287 with any inquiries. Expected pay rate is $10-12/hr. [posted 2/27]
FM
GLOBAL will be interviewing candidates for the position of Loss
Prevention Engineering Consultant. This field engineering position involves
dealing with real people and real situations. You may find yourself evaluating
a structure to ensure that it can withstand hurricane-force winds. Or, you may work to assess systems that will need to
survive the world's worst earthquakes. It's a hands-on job requiring
high-energy, self-motivation and
creativity. You are a problem-solver and specialist,
deciding how best to protect the companies you work with. Your experience at FM
Global starts with extensive training in loss prevention engineering from some
of the most talented and respected engineers in the world. This rigorous
training in every aspect of property loss prevention enables you to step into
any field engineering assignment with confidence. You soon find yourself working
independently from your home office,
solving complicated technical issues and meeting with local management of the
world's best-known companies. But even though you’re in the field, you never work alone. The very best technology
connects every field engineer to our world-class database of loss prevention
engineering information and knowledge stretching back nearly 170 years. And, you can call on the collective support and
experience of more than 1,400 FM
Global engineers around the world-teammates facing the same challenges and
issues you face every day. Location:
Seattle (Bellevue), WA. Candidate Requirements: Fifth-year
seniors working toward a Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Civil,
Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing,
or Mechanical Engineering. GPA at or above 2.75. Permanent U.S.
Resident, U.S. Citizen, or U.S.
National. Interviews for the position will be held on March 2
in the Career Services Office. Sign up for interviews through the Beaver
Recruiting System. Sign up deadline is February 28.
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/.
KODAK is looking for a recent Chemical or
Mechanical Engineering graduate for a full-time Process Engineering position in
White City. For more information, visit http://www.kodak.com/go/careers and search for Req#9305BR, or contact Kelly A. Kosel, Spherion - On-site @ Eastman Kodak, kelly.kosel@kodak.com or (585) 781-5997. [posted 2/27]
NOVELLUS
SYSTEMS. Representatives from Novellus Systems will
be interviewing for the following entry-level jobs on 3/15 in the Career
Services Office. Students interested in an interview for any of the
following three positions should apply through the Beaver Recruiting System: http://oregonstate.edu/career/students/recruiting.php .
Hardware
Engineer. Position / Duties: This Hardware Engineering position is
designed to introduce new college graduates to a real-life hardware design
environment in a dynamic, fast-paced
organization. The position is designed to fully prepare the hardware
engineer to participate in the design,
development, and new product launch
functions at Novellus. This is an excellent opportunity for
individuals who are bright,
motivated, and have excellent
communications skills to function as key members of a product development team
designing the next generation of semiconductor process equipment
hardware. Job duties may also include developing hardware to provide new
functionality and to further enhance existing equipment system
performance. Novellus has an excellent track record of promoting and
transferring employees into roles of increasing responsibility and technical
challenge. Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess a
BS (MS preferred/selected Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Materials Science or related fields; have an excellent academic record; and
display a high degree of enthusiasm,
energy, and career interest in the
semiconductor industry. Novellus Systems may sponsor foreign nationals
for non- immigrant and immigrant visas.
Manufacturing
Operations Engineer. Position / Duties: This
Manufacturing Operations Engineering position is designed to introduce new
college graduates to a real-life manufacturing environment within a dynamic, fast-paced organization. The candidate will
be responsible for providing technical assistance to production personnel
regarding operations and maintenance. Newly hired engineers are provided
with a six-month training program designed to seed manufacturing-minded
individuals into the design,
development and manufacturing support functions at Novellus. During the
latter part of training, individuals
are enrolled in various soft-skills and/or technical classes. Upon completion
of training, the engineer is fitted
for an Operations Engineering position,
within Manufacturing Engineering,
Customer Engineering, or Quality
Engineering. Decisions on final position are based on the level of
experience / skill-sets acquired during training as well as the individual’s
career aspirations. Novellus has an excellent track record of promoting
and transferring employees into roles of increasing responsibility and
technical challenge. Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate will
possess, at minimum, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing
Engineering, Engineering Technology, or closely related degree; have an excellent
academic record; and display a high degree of enthusiasm,
energy, and career interest in the
semiconductor industry.
Field
Service Engineer. Position/Duties: The Field Service Engineer position is
designed to acclimate new college graduates to a
customer service engineer role. The engineer will be assigned a Field Service
Engineer position at one of our various US field office locations. The
candidate will be responsible for performing on-site installation, service and repair of complex equipment and
systems; reviewing and approving operational quality of system equipment;
instructing customers in the operation and maintenance of Novellus systems;
serving as company liaison with customer on administrative and technical
matters for assigned projects; working on problems of moderate scope where
analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors; and
exercising judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine
appropriate actions. This program starts with formal technical and
developmental classroom-style training in our Education
Services Center
located in San Jose, CA. Additional
classroom-style training may take place Oregon
and/or Arizona.
Subsequent on-the-job training in the Customer Satisfaction group provides the
trainee opportunity to gain valuable knowledge as to how our products are
designed, tested, manufactured,
and supported in the field. Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate
will possess a BS in Electrical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Engineering
Technology, or related engineering
disciplines. The candidate should have demonstrated excellence in their
academic pursuits and display a high degree of enthusiasm,
energy, and a career interest in the
semiconductor industry. Excellent communication skills are required. Preferred
candidates will have an aptitude for hands-on work involving detailed
troubleshooting of mechanical,
electrical, chemical and software
systems on cutting edge equipment. Candidates must be willing to accept
assignment anywhere within the US.
Primary locations include Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, New Mexico, New York, Texas, and Virginia.
Novellus will work to determine assignment location based on the needs of the
company and the preference of the individual. Candidates must be eligible
to work in the US
on a permanent basis.
THE OREGON DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION, BRIDGE
ENGINEERING SECTION seeks two Civil or Mechanical
engineering graduates or students for Summer 2006. The successful
candidates will perform structural analyses of bridges using both analytical
and finite element methods of stress analysis. After performing a structural
analysis, a fatigue life calculation
will be made to determine the appropriate inspection intervals. The position is
located in Salem, Oregon
at the ODOT headquarters and will span from approximately June 20, 2004 to September 20,
2006 at 40 hours per week. Minimum qualifications for the graduate position:
(1) A Bachelors Degree in either Civil or Mechanical engineering; AND (2) valid
Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; AND (3) authorization to
work in the United States
without employer sponsorship. Minimum qualifications for the undergraduate
position: (1) Completed Junior year in either Civil or Mechanical
engineering AND, (2) Grade of B or
better in engineering Statics and Strength of Materials AND (3) valid Driver's
License with an acceptable driving record; AND (4) authorization to work in the
United States without employer sponsorship. Desirable qualifications for these
positions are: (1) Academic or work experience in structural and / or stress
analysis; (2) Academic or work experience with fatigue analysis; (3) Academic
or work experience with non-destructive testing; (4) Strong writing skills.
Compensation for undergraduate-level summer employees will be $1747 per month;
compensation for graduate-level summer employees will be $2922 per month. These
are temporary positions with no benefits. To apply send a cover letter , one page
resume and current college transcript ( unofficial is acceptable) to ODOT Bridge Engineering Section, Attention Frank Nelson,
355 Capitol Street N.E. Room 301,
Salem , OR 97301. The deadline for receiving applications is
5:00 p.m., Pacific Time, March 30,
2006.
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–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.
TEKTRONIX, INC in Beaverton, Oregon is looking for a Mechanical
Engineer II. Job Description:
Tektronix has earned its lead position in high tech by continually staying
one step ahead. We deliver the test, measurement
and monitoring solutions that our customers need to push the boundaries of
technology. We invite you to join us at the forefront of innovation. Join
our motivated team of mechanical design engineers developing leading edge
new products and platforms. Work closely with marketing, engineering,
procurement, vendors and
manufacturing during all phases of product development to optimize designs
for cost, performance, manufacturability,
service and reliability. Responsibilities include plans, designs,
engineering and production drawings and/or layouts from a variety of
sources including previous drawings,
layouts, sketches, notes,
verbal instructions and/or standard references. You may be involved in
test setup and evaluation activities. You will utilize the latest in CAD
drafting equipment/techniques. Job Requirements: MSME preferred. (BSME
will be considered at a lower level); demonstrated knowledge of engineering
materials,
manufacturing processes, and
assembly techniques; strong communication, analytical, and CAD skills. Experience with Pro/Engineer
Wildfire software strongly preferred. All employment offers are contingent
upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and
background/criminal check. Tektronix is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates with less education/experience may be considered for other
opportunities. Please send resume to Brian Wood at brian.j.wood@tektronix.com For more information: http://www.tek.com/careers/college/.
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
TYCO ELECTRONICS /
PRECISION INTERCONNECT in Wilsonville, Oregon, is looking for a Product Development Engineer
I. This individual is responsible for the design development and cost
estimation of new products, the
management of new product introduction (NPI) projects,
and retains design oversight responsibility throughout the life cycle of the
product, including review of changes, resolution of quality problems associated with
design, and redesign projects to
address issues of cost, delivery, or quality. Summary of Primary Responsibilities:
Develops new products to meet customer requirements; Ensures New Products meet
cost targets and schedule objectives; Provides responsive support to resolve
quality issues related to product design; Represents Tyco capabilities to
customer and provides technical support to Sales and Marketing. Minimum
Qualifications: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; Basic knowledge of
materials, manufacturing processes, and design principles; Demonstrated aptitude to
learn mechanical or electrical design skills including but not limited to 2-D
and 3-D CAD modeling, GD&T’s, and
prototypes; effective problem solving skills; demonstrated aptitude to learn
effective project management skills; demonstrated history in effectively
managing self to deadlines; demonstrated excellence in written and oral
communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment. Desired
Qualifications: Product design / development experience; excellent project
management skills; Pro-E experience preferred,
CadKey,
Autocad considered. Submit resumes to: Patty Van Austen,
Business Segment Manager,
patty.vanausten@tycoelectronics.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
XEROX has multiple mechanical engineering intern
positions in the Xerox Office Group. Intern responsibilities: The
intern will support the objectives of the group with activities including, but not limited to: Design of experiments; Heat
transfer; Fluid mechanics; Electro-mechanical design; System dynamics; Material
selection; Manufacturing processes; CAD modeling and simulation. Requirements:
The qualified intern will be working towards an MS or BS degree in
Mechanical Engineering. Only applicants enrolled currently in a full-time
academic program will be considered. Cumulative GPA 3.0 or
above. Good communication skills,
both written and oral, are required.
Coursework or project work in the following areas is desired: design of experiments, heat transfer,
fluid mechanics, electro-mechanical
design, system dynamics, material selection,
manufacturing processes, and CAD
modeling and simulation. If interested and qualified,
please send your resume to XOGDiversity@xerox.com; indicate “ME Intern OSU and your name” in
the subject line. Note: Relocation/housing assistance is provided.
[posted 2/27]
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.
OREGON STATE
UNIVERSITY. The Graduate
School at Oregon State
University is seeking
applications for a Director for Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs. The
Director for Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs is appointed by and reports to
the Dean of the Graduate
School. This is a
part-time (0.25 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position with reappointments at the
discretion of the Dean. Salary is commensurate with experience and
qualifications. The position will be focused on general campus- wide leadership
and coordination of all
interdisciplinary graduate programs. The Director provides
leadership and coordination for all aspects of interdisciplinary graduate programs, including hiring the directors of the interdisciplinary graduate programs that are
located in the Graduate School,
coordinating the participating units and graduate faculty,
managing the Interdisciplinary Allocation Model budget,
facilitating curriculum development,
and providing leadership to interdisciplinary graduate initiatives by
activities such as catalyzing new programs,
bringing speakers to campus and facilitating faculty conversations. Required
qualifications include: Tenure at the rank of Associate Professor or
Professor; PhD Degree; Experience with coordinating interdisciplinary
initiatives within the context of large organizations; Philosophical
orientation that is in alignment with interdisciplinary approaches;
Demonstrated understanding of how this position will support and be aligned
with the institutional direction articulated in the OSU Strategic Plan for the
21st Century; Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. To
apply: Send a resume, letter of
interest, and three references with
complete contact information no later than March 10,
2006, to: Jenna Hoffer, Graduate School,
Oregon State University, 300 Kerr
Administration Building, Corvallis, OR 97331-2121. Phone: 541-737-4881; Fax:
541-737-3313
TEXAS A&M
UNIVERSITY. The Department of Engineering Technology
and Industrial Distribution in Texas A&M’s Dwight
Look College of Engineering (http://etidweb.tamu.edu) is seeking to fill a tenure-track
Assistant or Associate Professor position in mechanical and manufacturing
engineering technology. Candidates must have a PhD degree in mechanical, manufacturing,
material science, or related
engineering field, possess excellent
communication skills, have a strong
commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, and be self-motivated to develop partnerships with
industry and/or applied research programs. The successful candidate should have
experience with diversity including gender,
ethnicity and cultural issues. Preference will be given to candidates with
appropriate and relevant industrial experience. Responsibilities include
teaching and developing applied courses in materials and manufacturing
processes with emphasis on non-metallic materials and other courses in the
manufacturing and mechanical engineering technology programs. The successful
candidate will be expected to demonstrate scholarship,
and to conduct externally funded applied research. Applications will be
considered until the position is filled. The applicants must submit: (1) a
cover letter indicating their interests,
areas of technical expertise and experiences
relative to the position description,
(2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the
names and contact information of three references. Please mail the complete
application package to: Walter W. Buchanan,
Ph.D., J.D.,
P.E., J.R. Thompson Endowed Chair
and Department Head, Engineering
Technology and Industrial Distribution Department,
3367 TAMU College Station, TX
77843-3367. Buchanan@entc.tamu.edu
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
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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