OSU MECHANICAL ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN

Issue #31

Week of May 29, 2006

 

OSU MINI BAJA TAKES MIDWEST GOLD

 

Congratulations to this year’s OSU SAE Mini Baja team on your brilliant performance at the 2006 Mini Baja–Midwest. Only two weeks out from the Mini Baja West, and you did it all over again—and even better! Out of the ~120 competing teams at last weekend’s international competition, Beaver Racing placed:

 

§         1st in Design

§         1st in Endurance

§         2nd in Maneuverability

§         2nd in the Mud Bog event

§         3rd in the Combined Friday Dynamic events (acceleration, chain pull, mud bog, maneuverability)

 

and…1st OVERALL

 

NOTE: This is the FIRST TIME EVER that Beaver Racing has taken the Gold in BOTH the West and Midwest Competitions. 2005-06 OSU Mini Baja Team: YOU ROCK!!!

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

This Week...

 

Tuesday, May 30: "Development of Acoustic Emissions Testing Procedures Applicable to Conventionally Reinforced Concrete Deck Girder Bridges Subjected to Diagonal Tension Cracking." PhD defense by Steven Lovejoy. 10 am, Rogers 226

 

Thursday , June 1: University Honors College Thesis Poster Fair. 11:30-1:30, MU Ballroom. About 70 senior projects will be on display at this event, and the authors will be present to answer questions and discuss their work.

 

Thursday , June 1: Lebanon High School Engineering Day. 1-3:15 pm. This event is targeted to the 350 students in the Physical Systems Academy, which has an engineering-based curriculum. The media and local businesses are invited.  This is an excellent opportunity to promote OSU Engineering and solicit possible donations for next year’s clubs and teams. Currently, the SAE Mini Baja and Formula, Human Powered Vehicle, and Oregon WAVE (DARPA Grand Challenge) teams, along with the “Control Mechanisms for Parafoil and Payload Aircraft” Senior Design team, are slated to participate. If others are interested in attending/participating, please contact Steve Adams at 737-2862 or steven.adams@oregonstate.edu ASAP.Directions to Lebanon High School: Take HWY 34 East until you get to Denny School Road. Turn right on Denny School Road (there will be a separate lane to the right - Lebanon-Truck Route). Stay on Denny School Road (it will turn into Airport Way).

Turn Left on Seventh St.  (you will see the football and baseball fields). Follow Seventh just past the baseball field and turn right into the parking lot.

 

Thursday , June 1:  Student Sustainability Project Grants and Application Process: Informational meeting. 6 pm, MU 208. Offered by the Student Sustainability Advisory Board (SSAB), SSP grants will be awarded for up to $5000 for projects that can be completed by the end of the 2006–07 academic year. Projects should promote conservation and direct action at OSU. For more information, see Announcements section below.

 

Plan Ahead…

 

Monday, June 5: Fulbright Information Meeting. 10:30-noon, Van de Water Conference Room (448 Snell Hall). See the “Scholarships and Fellowships” section (below) for more information on Fulbright grants and how to apply.

 

Thursday, June 15-Saturday, June 17: Formula SAE West Competition at California Speedway, Fontana, CA.

 

Saturday, June 17:  ME Graduation Ceremony, This ceremony will be held at  4–6 pm in the Lasells Stewart Center, and will include individual recognition of each graduate. Caps and gowns are required. RSVP at the following link:   http://me.oregonstate.edu/springpicnic.php.  This invitation extends to any and all family members – no limit. 

 

 

FACULTY/GRADUATE SEMINARS

 

—No seminars are scheduled for the remainder of spring quarter.

 

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 or at http://me.oregonstate.edu/seminars/.

 

MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

Department-wide…

 

CONGRATULATIONS to ME student Ashley Swander on her funding award from the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) Summer 2005-06 program. Ms. Swander will work this summer with Michael Pavol, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, on “Effects of Age on the Landing Techniques of Boys and Girls.”

 

BOOKS FOR ZIMBABWE. So the OSU bookstore doesn’t want your used textbooks?  The University of Zimbabwe does.  Engineers Without Borders – OSU is a student group that organizes projects to improve the quality of life in developing countries.  Currently Engineers Without Borders is planning an end-of-term book drive through Better World Books to provide the University of Zimbabwe with much-needed resources.  Consider donating your used textbooks to support this effort and impact literacy efforts worldwide.  The book drive will run for two weeks, from June 5th through June 16^th.  There will be collection bins in the following locations:  The Valley Library, and the History Department (Milam 306). Contact:  ewb_osu@yahoo.com

 

Want to make a difference on campus? Put your ideas in action and APPLY FOR A STUDENT SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT GRANT. Offered by the Student Sustainability Advisory Board (SSAB), grants will be awarded for up to $5000 for projects that can be completed by the end of the 2006–07 academic year. Projects should promote conservation and direct action at OSU. An informational meeting about the grant opportunity will be held on June 1st in MU 208 at 6:00 PM. We will go over the grant proposal process and answer questions. Here’s how to apply:

1.       Attend an informational meeting on June 1st at 6:00 PM in MU 208

2.       Develop a statement of interest for a feasible project that can be implemented by the end of the 2006-2007 school year. Include the outcomes and intended methodology.

3.       Identify a professor or other campus official to mentor the project

4.       Submit your statement of interest to the SSAB by Friday, June 16, 2006.

5.       Each letter will be reviewed and provided feedback

6.       Successful applicants will have the summer to complete a full grant proposal.

For more information, please contact: Darci Connor, Student Sustainability Advisory Board, 644 SW 13th St, OSU, Corvallis, OR 97331. student.sustainability@oregonstate.edu. Or, talk to ME student Sam Walker, samuelawalker@yahoo.com.

 

The COE IS LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD AMBASSADORS. Do you enjoy sharing your collegiate experiences with others? Do you want to gain valuable communications and leadership skills, and event-planning experience? Do you welcome the opportunity to contribute to the university's recruitment and diversity efforts? Would you like the chance to work directly with university faculty members and administrators? Could you benefit from networking with peers and professionals in your field of study? Are you a hard worker who enjoys having fun? If you answer "yes" to many of these questions, you may be an ideal candidate to serve as an Ambassador for the College of Engineering! Ambassadors serve as representatives for the College of Engineering and are responsible for supporting recruiting and diversity efforts. Ambassadors lend support in many ways They may mentor new students, travel to high schools to make presentations, assist in family science nights, attend on-campus recruiting events, professional conferences, industry and alumni events, host students and parents who visit campus; and contact prospective students. (Note: Because of travel, priority will be given to students who have one full day per week available for work.)  Benefits of CoE Ambassadorship include: Prestige associated with serving on a team of highly motivated and respected undergraduates; the opportunity to network with university administrators, faculty, industry professionals, and political figures; the chance to positively contribute to the colleges' student-recruitment efforts; valuable work and leadership experience to include on resumes and to discuss during interviews; and last but not least, $10/hour. Application forms are at: http://engr.oregonstate.edu/wme/amb_apply.htm

 

The OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY INDUSTRIAL ASSESSMENT CENTER (IAC) is currently recruiting student employees. The minimum commitment for involvement is two summers & one school year, 10-20 hours/week during school, full time in summer. The IAC offers small and medium-sized manufacturers comprehensive on-site energy, waste and productivity assessments. Student teams led by engineering faculty visit Northwest manufacturers and seek ways to increase profits by increasing productivity and reducing energy use and waste. To learn more about the Center and its activities, visit the IAC web site at http://me.oregonstate.edu/iac/. To apply for IAC employment, download the application at http://me.oregonstate.edu/iac/downloads/Job Application.doc and return your completed form  to Joe Junker, 344 Batcheller Hall, 737-5034, JunkerJ@engr.orst.edu.

 

Grad Students/Faculty/Staff…

 

UC BERKELEY’s Department of Mechanical Engineering  will be hosting the sixth annual Conference on Micro and Nanotechnology for Power Generation and Energy Conversion Applications (PowerMEMs), Nov. 29—Dec. 01, 2006.  The objective of the PowerMEMS 2006 workshop is to catalyze innovation in micro and nanotechnology for power generation and energy conversion applications by providing researchers with a forum for discussing latest research results and promoting progress towards commercialization.  The scope ranges from integrated microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) to novel materials for energy conversion applications, mostly at the watt and sub-watt power levels.  These applications center on portable electric power generation for consumer electronics, soldiers, and remote sensors, but also encompass cooling of microelectronics and propulsion for micro air vehicles and nanosatellites.  The workshop will allow interaction between the multiple disciplines required for power MEMS, such as electrical, chemical, and mechanical engineering, chemistry, and material science.  It will also provide a forum to address the needs for commercialization of novel Power MEMS technologies through the interaction with energy policy and entrepreneurial specialists. Technical topics of interest include:

§          Micro heat engines for power generation and propulsion

§          Micro fuel cells and micro reactors for fuel processing and power generation

§          Thermoelectric and thermophotovoltaic that leverage micro and nanotechnology

§          MEMS piezoelectric and electromagnetic power generators

§          Micro thrusters and similar miniature propulsion microsystems

§          Micro coolers and other thermal management technologies

§          Nanostructured materials for energy storage, thermal management, or other energy-related applications

§          Micro and nano-scale catalysis, combustion, heat and mass transfer

§          Energy scavenging approaches to power remote sensors

§          Biologically inspired approaches for micro and nano energy conversion

§          Novel micro and nanofabrication technologies for energy applications 

Abstract Deadline: July 26, 2006. Email: workshop@powermems.org. More information can be found at http://www.powermems.org/. The PowerMEMS workshops have been held in Japan to date.  For more information on last year’s workshop, please visit the following web site http://www.conferences.jp/powermems05/.

 

INTEL GRANT FOR SUMMER FUNDING OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCHERS. The COE has received a grant from INTEL to provide up to 5 undergraduate research experiences for women and minority engineering students. Projects can begin in the spring and continue through the summer, or can be strictly summer projects. Each student can earn up to $4000 during this project. End date is Sept 2006. Criteria for projects: Intel has targeted specific areas for this REU. projects may be in EECS, and specific areas of ChemE, IME, ME, Chemistry, or Physics. If you would like to participate, please contact Ellen Momsen (Director of the OSU Women & Minorities in Engineering Program) as soon as possible at 541-737-9699 or ellen.momsen@oregonstate.edu. If you already have an undergraduate student (female or minority) identified, indicate that; we also have many students who are interested and can select students for you to interview. There is no cost to the researcher (except your time!). Goals of this program are to encourage a greater number of women and minority students to obtain a graduate degree in engineering. Thank you for assisting COE diversity efforts!

 

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.

 

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.

 

 

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.)

 

The OREGON WAVE (WILLAMETTE AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES ENTERPRISE) is a group of OSU students, professors, and industry partners who have modified one of the SAE MiniBAJA racers for autonomous control. We’re working on getting it ready for the next DARPA Grand Challenge, tentatively set for 2007–08. If you’re a graduate and undergraduate ME, EECS, or IME student interested in helping to make our robot the best in the world, please come to our weekly meeting in the basement of Graf Hall. The term, our meetings are Tuesdays at noon. Add yourself to the group’s mailing list at http://lists.oregonstate.edu (grandchallenge).

 

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 Kelley Engineering Center, Fridays at 1 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. During Spring term, the Baja SAE group will have two weekly meetings.  Senior Design Testing Meetings will be on Tuesdays at  5-6pm in  Rogers 230. These meetings will be focused on senior design member presentations and vehicle design and testing.  Everyone is welcome, and all students interested in working on the Baja car for their senior project should definitely attend. Team Meetings will be on Thursdays at  5-6pm in either Rogers 230 or the SAE shop (varies from week to week). These are more general meetings that will focus on organization for the spring competitions and other upcoming team events such as sponsor trips and driving days.  All OSU students are encouraged to attend.  Also, 2006 Baja competition dates and locations are as follows: 2006 SAE Mini Baja West Competition: May 11, Portland, OR / May 12-13, Washougal, WA; and 2006 SAE Mini Baja Midwest Competition: May 24-27, Walworth County, Wisconsin.

 

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. Spring term meetings are on Thursdays, 5:30 pm, in MU 211, for planning and business stuff and Thursdays, 6 pm in WNGR 404 for machine shop work. For more information, see the team web site at http://oregonstate.edu/groups/solar/ 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

 

OSU Mechanical Engineering has a scholarship opportunity for the Rodney C. Waddell Memorial Scholarship for 2006-07, but as yet we have received no applications from students.  The scholarship amount will be $2000 and we may award two or three scholarships if enough qualified applicants apply.  Scholarship Criteria: Applicants must be accepted into or enrolled in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Oregon State University. 3.00 G.P.A. or above. First preference to students with interest in the forest products industry. Junior or Senior students only. Application process: Complete the scholarship application available at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/WaddellApp06.pdf and submit it to the OSU Mechanical Engineering office, Rogers Hall Room 204, by Friday, June 2, 2006.  The final three candidates will be selected to interview with the management team of the Albany Weyerhaeuser operation, as an opportunity exists for a summer internship with the company. NOTE: Students should go ahead and apply even if they don't wish to participate in the internship.

 

ANNUAL COMPETITION FOR FULBRIGHT GRANTS OPENS.  The Institute of International Education (IIE), in cooperation with the United States Department of State and the J. William  Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, is pleased to announce the opening of the 2007-2008 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards approximately 1,200 grants annually and currently operates in over 140 countries around the world. Fulbright full grants generally provide funding for round-trip travel, maintenance for one academic year, health and accident coverage, and full or partial tuition.  Two OSU students received a Fulbright grant for the 2006-07 academic year (see: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/ncs/newsarch/2006/May06/fulbright.html). For all grants, applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application and hold at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent by the beginning date of the grant. Creative and performing artists are not required to have a bachelor’s degree, but they must have four years of relevant training or study. Complete program and application information is available at www.fulbrightonline.org. Students currently enrolled at Oregon State University should contact Marit Legler (marit.legler@oregonstate.edu), the Fulbright Program Adviser located in 444 Snell Hall, for brochures, application, and further information. There will also be a Fulbright Information Meeting on Monday, June 5, from 10:30-noon in the Van de Water Conference Room (448 Snell Hall). The campus deadline for the receipt of applications is Friday, October 6, 2006.  Applications will be reviewed on campus prior to being forwarded to IIE for the October 20, 2006 deadline.

 

The AMERICAN ACADEMY OF MECHANICS is pleased to announce the availability of two FOUNDER PRIZES AND GRANTS to be awarded in September 2006 to doctoral candidates in the field of Mechanics. Funding has been arranged by the Robert M. and Mary Haythornthwaite Foundation by Professor Haythornthwaite, founder and first President of the Academy. The award(s) will be made on the recommendation of an AAM committee. The Prize consists of a Certificate and $1000 that will be presented at the annual meeting of the Academy, usually held in November. The Grant will be made to that same person in two installments, $6,000 in September 2006 and up to $3,000 in January 2007, the latter dependent on the size of the approved budget and receipt by the AAM committee of an acceptable progress report. In order to encourage contestants to think constructively about the impact of new and pending developments, they will be asked to compose an original essay of no more than a thousand words under the title “Progress through Mechanics”. The winning essay will be published in the Academy’s journal Mechanics. The award is open to those who, as of July 1, 2006 are registered as graduate students at a degree granting institution within the Americas, have completed at least one year of full-time graduate study at that institution, have been assigned a thesis advisor at the institution and have had a doctoral thesis topic emphasizing mechanics approved by the institution following candidacy or equivalent procedures. There are no restrictions with regard to citizenship, residency, race, religion or sex. Letters of support will be required of the thesis advisor and in addition one from either a Member or a Fellow of AAM. Contestants will be judged on the basis of the essay, plans, references and academic history. The intent of the Grant is to support the research of the student through an approved combination of equipment purchases, information access, travel, etc., but not routine living expenses or fees. For further information, see the Entry Rules at www.haythornthwaite.org.

 

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/.

 

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.

 

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

 

ACUMED LLC in Hillsboro, Oregon, has a summer engineering internship available. Responsibilities: Aid the engineers in the creation of complete working drawings and related documents required to produce product; Learn about and aid with the maintenance of existing product designs through ECOs, NCRs, drawing revisions, engineering master revisions, etc.;  Keep an up-to-date project list; Record detailed design notes of product development; Complete general engineering calculations; Communicate well with supervisor and other company personnel; and other job-related duties as assigned. . What we hope the intern will gain from this: Experience designing and drafting in AutoDesk Inventor and AutoCAD; Insight into the medical device industry; Engineering work experience; Exposure to the company system, i.e., manufacturing and quality departments. Position Requirements: Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to read, understand and complete all paperwork; Experience with mechanical design; Basic knowledge of GD & T and basic drafting standards; Some CAD experience or equivalent and basic computer skills; General machining knowledge; and Good written and verbal communication skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for 8 hours with allotted breaks; In a normal 8 hour work-day, the employee may be required to combine standing, sitting and walking (70-100%); lift up to 50 pounds on occasion; squat, kneel and reach above shoulder level and lift from high/low positions occasionally; bend and push/pull occasionally; Regular use of hands would be for simple grasping, pushing and pulling and/or typing. Pay rate for this internship is $13.00 per hour. Learn more, including company profile, and apply today at http://www.CampusPoint.com. This is listed as a TempTern position on our website. [posted 3/6/06]

 

BAY VALLEY FOODS  is looking for a Preventive Maintenance Program Designer/Scheduler summer intern. Our plant  (formerly Steinfeld's Pickle) has been around for several years and was recently spun-off from Dean Foods Corporation to become Bay Valley Foods.  We produce branded pickles but we also produce private label products for Safeway, Wal-Mart, etc.  We currently have about 100 union employees and will triple that number with seasonal employees during our busy crop season: July-Sept.  QUALIFICATIONS: This is a newly created intern position.  We would prefer someone with some work experience, since this position requires a reliable person who is able to work in a fast-paced environment while handling a large amount of vital data.  The job will evolve through the season. This job will require a mature student possessing a lineal, problem solving, detail orientated thought process. This intern position receives $10-$12 per hour depending on knowledge/skills/ability that the intern brings to job. Intern must be able to work through 2006 summer season »June 26 – »Sept 15. JOB DUTIES: Parts identification and organization information entry; assist with sourcing parts; assist with day-to-day maintenance operations. TO APPLY: Please email cover letter, curriculum vita and/or resume to  julie_craddock@bayvalleyfoods.com or fax to 503.978.4254. [posted 5/15/06]

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/

 

HARRY AND DAVID OPERATIONS CORP. has a packaging engineer internship position available in Medford. Position Summary:  Identify organic packaging alternatives and guidelines to be used in conjunction with the development of new and existing Harry and David products.  Develop and present specific "Organically Friendly" packaging designs for Harry and David mail order fruit items.  Review customer quality comments related to Harry and David packaging, identify the ten top areas of potential improvement. Develop and present a process / packaging solution which could resolve the customers concerns. Position Requirements: Candidates must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Packaging Engineering or related major. G.P.A of 3.0 or above preferred. Must have authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. Preferred candidates will have 3 years experience in the Packaging development curriculum with focus on organic packaging and new package development; Experience with package testing protocol; Experience with package development using various packaging materials, including corrugated, paperboard, flexible films, etc.; Strong organizational and communication skills; and Familiarity with entire MS Office package. To apply: Submit your resume to Harry & David Operations Corp., jobs@harryanddavid.com. Please specify the internship you are applying for on your email subject line and cover letter.  For detailed company information and information about Southern Oregon, please visit our website at www.hndcorp.com.  Candidates who best meet the requirements will be contacted. [posted 4/10]

 

HEWLETT-PACKARD. There are many jobs open for new graduates and for interns at Hewlett-Packard!  Go to http://www.hp.com/go/jobs and click Show Advanced Search.  On the Advanced Search page, click United States for the Location (you can drill down to a more specific set of regions) and Internship or Graduate Job, then click Search.  As of today, there are over 80 new graduate positions and 135 internships still open!  If you are returning to school full-time, you are classified as an Intern.  If you will graduate this term, or graduated less than one year ago, you are classified as a Graduate. If you see an interesting job, please apply right away on-line.  In addition, send the Job ID number and your resume to ken.saul@hp.com so I can advocate for you to the hiring manager. Best of luck in your job search!

 

HINDS INSTRUMENTS, INC. (http://www.hindsinstruments.com) designs and builds polarization modulation devices which allow scientists and instrument manufacturers worldwide to measure with extreme sensitivity various phenomena that affect the polarization of light.  We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern for summer 2006. Intern Responsibilities: You will assist our mechanical engineers in identifying mechanical parts and assemblies that need to be converted to RoHS-compliant materials, participate in a cost-reduction program converting schematics and drawings into SolidWorks support  Exicor system builds and streamline SolidWorks mechanical drawing archives.  Other small projects may be assigned as time allows. Skills:  The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent academic performance and be in the senior year of the Mechanical Engineering program.  Length of Internship:   12 weeks, beginning approximately June 1; 40 hours per week. Compensation: Paid at 80% of current market salary for entry level engineer. Work Location: 3175 NW Aloclek Dr, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123. To apply: Submit resume with references to  hr@hindsinstruments.com. Deadline: Open Until Filled. Questions? contact Jackie Boyd, HR Manager, (503) 690-2000  x195, Jboyd@hindsinstruments.com.

 

KEITH MANUFACTURING CO., the world’s largest Walking Floor manufacturer, is looking for an Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering student to be a Summer Engineering Intern.  The focus of this internship is the implementation of lean manufacturing concepts to the production floor.  This will be a great opportunity to experience and study a manufacturing environment, work in a group setting, and learn project management skills.  Keith Manufacturing Co. is located in Madras, Oregon—perfectly located for many outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and whitewater rafting.  You may find us at www.keithwalkingfloor.com.  To apply, e-mail your resume to Brenda Jones, Human Resources, at bjones@keithwalkingfloor.com.

 

MCMINNVILLE WATER & LIGHT is seeking a summer intern to assist with energy conservation work.  With conservation contracts and money to spend in the McMinnville area in the next 4 months, the firm is swamped with customer requests for assistance.The position is available June 1, pays competitive wages, and will last approximately 3 months.  Interviews can be scheduled immediately.  It is preferable that candidates reside in McMinnville during employment.  Information on low cost rental options is available upon request. Qualifications: The ideal candidate is a 3^rd or 4^th year student or graduate student who is interested in a career in energy conservation or sustainability and would like to get some hands-on experience working in the field of energy management.  Successful candidates will help in all phases of energy efficiency, especially the residential sector.  Preference will be given to candidates certified as a BPA/Northwest Public Power Association Residential Energy Auditor/Inspector and with residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning and Performance Tested Comfort System (duct testing and sealing) experience or experience in the field of energy efficient commercial lighting. Candidates must be able to interact directly with customers, imparting information about conservation programs and energy efficiency in general, both over the phone and in person.  Good communication skills are essential and, at times, minimal or no supervision will be provided. Candidates also must have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel and a valid Oregon driver's license. For more information, or to send a resume to apply, contact: David Christie, CEM, Conservation Manager, McMinnville Water & Light, P.O. Box 638, McMinnville, OR 97128. 503-435-3115, FAX 503-435-2768, djc@mc-power.com [posted 5/29]

 

PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC. (http://www.planar.com) in Beaverton, OR, combines over 20 years of experience in flat-panel display technology with end-market expertise to form a unique high-tech company.  Our technological versatility coupled with highly collaborative customer relationships produce unequalled innovations and value. We are currently seeking TWO Mechanical Engineering interns. These paid internships will be ongoing through the summer of 2006 (may have ongoing potential).

 

Planar Internship 1: Industrial Business Unit. 

Job Summary: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to see the application of engineering skills in product development and maintenance; learn how product development is manifested in the end product and how business decisions affect product development; and make a tangible correlation between engineering education and product development. The primary role for the intern will be to support two current projects:  Build 20 displays modifying existing design as necessary for prototype, and Design/Modify brackets used on displays.  Project-related work includes designing, documenting, and manufacture display components; application of Solidworks design skills to create and modify industrial display designs; analysis of existing designs; identifying and troubleshooting problems with design for improved results; modifying existing industrial designs to meet new or changing requirements; and offering feedback for improvements in product design and/or development. Qualifications: Current student (junior or senior) in a Mechanical Engineering program or other technical applied sciences students; some experience using SolidWorks CAD required; demonstrated mechanical analysis ability; proficiency in MS Office suite; ability to troubleshoot a problem, think on your feet, and seek resolution; results-driven with the ability to work with little supervision; and ability to be flexible and manage multiple and varying priorities. Qualified candidates should apply directly online at http://www.planar.com/Careers/jobslist.html. [posted 4/24]

 

Planar Internship 2: Manufacturing Engineering and Repair Depot group.

Job Summary: The successful candidate will have an opportunity to see how engineering skills are applied in a manufacturing engineering environment; make a tangible correlation between engineering education and transferring/ supporting products in a production environment; and work within a team to accomplish aggressive goals. The primary role for the intern will be to support three tasks: (1) Transition a product from the Industrial BU to Production; (2) Improve production assembly processes of two existing products; and (3) Support product assembly documentation updates as necessary. These tasks will involve communication across multiple departments to align expectations; creation and updating of production assembly instructions and other related documentation; process evaluation of product assembly flow; mechanical fixture design; working with suppliers to manufacture tooling, and other responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications:  Current student (junior or senior) in a Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or other technical applied sciences program; experience using Acad and SolidWorks CAD; demonstrated mechanical analysis ability; proficiency in MS Office suite; ability to troubleshoot a problem, think on your feet, and seek resolution; results-driven orientation with the ability to work with little supervision; demonstrated ability to be flexible and manage multiple and varying priorities. The internship may require infrequent lifting of up to 40 lbs. Qualified candidates should apply directly online at http://www.planar.com/Careers/jobslist.html. Questions? Contact Megan L. Fowler, HR Business Partner, Planar Systems, Inc., 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006, 503-748-7402 (desk), 503-748-7192 (fax), megan_fowler@planar.com.   [posted 5/08]

 

TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS RESEARCH ASSOCIATES a nonprofit organization whose mission is to determine pollutant and global change impacts on ecological systems, has the following internship/summer job opportunity: Mesocosm Operations Assistant in Corvallis, Oregon. We seek a technician to assist in the calibration and set-up of micrometeorological equipment associated with the US EPA Western Ecology Division’s Terrestrial Ecophysiology Research Area. The position will be funded by Terrestrial Ecosystems Research Associates, which will be leasing the EPA  terracosm facility to perform a five-year asymmetric warming grassland experiment. Position Description: The Facilities Operations Assistant will assist the Facilities Operations Specialist in chamber preparation, maintenance, and sensor calibrations. Tasks will include replacement of chamber Teflon coating and Plexiglas backing, installation of automated door opening/closing mechanisms, installation of an automated irrigation system, calibration of: infrared gas analyzers, dewpoint generators and tipping bucket rain gauges, monitoring chamber integrity and system/sensor QA, and water budget measurements including irrigation/humidification/dehumidification/leachate amounts and leachate collection/storage. Compensation: The pay rate for this position will be $10/hour. NOTE: Position can be full or part time with potential of continuing on through the fall. Application and Qualifications: Review of applications will begin May 17 and continue until the position is filled.  The successful applicant should be eager to work with electronics and build environmental control chambers. Applicants should contact: Kris Wilson, Terrestrial Ecosystems Research Associates (TERA), c/o US EPA Western Ecology Division, 200 SW 35th St, Corvallis, Oregon  97333. Ema il: Wilson.kristoffer@epa.gov. phone: 541-754-4893. fax: 541-754-4799. [posted 5/15]

 

 

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).

 

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.  

 

COLUMBIA AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURING CO.  is looking for a  Liaison Engineer to begin work in the July/August time frame. The Liaison Engineer is the front line contact between Manufacturing and Engineering regarding production issues requiring engineering input or resolution. Within established guidelines and capability, the Liaison Engineer personally dispositions NCR’s and assures a timely transfer of information between Manufacturing and Engineering. This is an entry level job for a mechanical engineer who wishes to advance to design engineering or structural analysis.  Requirements:  Bachelors degree or equivalent in Engineering, or an  Associates Degree in Technology and 2 years of aviation composite manufacturing. This job requires knowledge of statics and strength of materials. Composite knowledge is  also desirable. The liaison engineer develops repairs and analyzes possible repairs for defects in nonconforming parts. In the process of performing this function, the liaison engineer identifies corrective actions and develops solutions to assure the defect does not reoccur. This job provides exposure to all aspects of aircraft design and manufacturing. An ability to communicate is a must.  Company Description: The Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation manufactures the Columbia 350 and Turbocharged 400 aircraft. These all-composite high-performance 4-place single engine piston aircraft are certified to meet the most stringent FAA requirements in history. Located in Bend, Oregon, a world-class skiing and recreational center with clean air, small-community atmosphere, first-rate schools and medical facilities, you can join a team that knows how to work hard and play harder.   To apply:  Please submit resume to Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation, Attn: Jennifer Delcastillo, 22550 Nelson Road, Bend, OR 97701, fax to (541) 318-1177 or email to resume@flycolumbia.com. In addition, please forward resume  to christina.bainbridge@flycolumbia.com. No phone calls please. [posted 5/29]

 

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP (www.cvgrp.com) is looking for an applications engineer who has an aggressive, proactive  approach and who wants to join an exciting, growing, organization. Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc., designs and manufactures system solutions for the global commercial vehicle market, primarily in the U.S. Position requirements: Bachelors Degree in design with focus on automotive exterior an interior styling. 1-3 years experience with Industrial Design, including design tools such as: Engineering Pro-E, CATIA, Adobe Photoshop. Ability to work with both engineering and marketing to develop concepts and prototypes for new products, or modifications to existing products. Strong 2-D concept and rendering skills. For 3-D concepts development, the ability to supervise and / or create models or prototypes which convey the aesthetics and functionality of the product.  Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly and tool design; experience with injection molding, vacuum forming and RIM molding a plus. Must relocate to the Vancouver, WA area.  Job Duties: Read publications, attends showings, and consults with engineering, marketing, production, and sales representatives to establish design concepts. Evaluate design ideas based on factors such as appealing appearance, design-function relationships, serviceability, materials and methods engineering, application, budget, price, production cost, methods of production, market characteristics, and client specifications. Integrate findings and concepts and sketches design ideas. Present design to client or design committee and discusses need for modification and change. Create tool designs, release tool drawings and assembly fixture concepts for our manufacturing processes. Communicate with tooling vendors to ensure design intent. Supervise pattern builds for manufacturing process. Build mock-up for quick package study and simulated CAD models. Prepare illustrations and exploded view for engineering and quotation. Design products for custom applications. Physical Requirements: Must have visual capabilities that satisfy the normal requirements of determining product compliance to customer specifications. Must be physically capable of traveling up to 10% of the time. Must be physically capable of limited air travel as required by customer. Must be physically capable of communicating with all levels of the organization. Must be physically capable of using measurement, data recording, and communications devices as required within the scope of job duties; i.e. personal computer, cell phone, calipers, etc. Qualified candidates should forward their resume to jeff.krupp@cvgrp.com. [posted 4/17]

 

CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT COMPANY (CEC), a leading manufacturer of rock crushing and screening equipment in Tualatin, Oregon has an immediate engineering position open.  We are looking for an experienced person, preferably with heavy equipment background, to develop customer service and parts manuals. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Design, update and distribute Parts/Operation/Technical manuals; create electrical, hydraulic schematics, as-built, and detail drawings; and support shop with technical information as needed on equipment design. Qualifications: Proficiency in Auto Cad and Inventor 3D and mechanical knowledge of designs involving power transmission (both mechanical and hydrostatic), track drive systems, diesel drives, electrical systems, fluid power, and structural design. Must have strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving/reasoning skills. Must be able to talk with vendors and communicate with other departments on projects (i.e., sales, parts, shop & purchasing). Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, multi-task, and work with little supervision. Must pass drug test. Benefit package includes: Health insurance, 401k, vacation and standard holiday pay, AFLAC and FSA, tuition assistance and salary. If you are anxious to establish your career at CEC, please immediately forward your resume and salary requirements to rsmith@ceccrushers.com or FAX 503-692-6220, attention Roger Smith. [posted 5/08]

 

CURRY BRANDAW ARCHITECTS is currently seeking a licensed Mechanical/Electrical Engineer and a Mechanical/Electrical designer with ~5 years experience to join our team to assist us in continuing our tradition of successful project design.  We are an award-winning architectural firm in Salem, OR, and are a major designer of Retirement and Assisted Living Facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Primary duties include design of plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems.  Responsibilities include energy code compliance, plan review responses and submittal review.  Other responsibilities include coordination of fire sprinkler, fire alarm, emergency call systems and ongoing coordination with construction superintendents.  Travel to constructions sites is required. We offer a comprehensive compensations and benefit package. To apply, send resumes via mail, fax, or e-mail to: Kristin Newland, Curry Brandaw Architects, 2601 25^th St. SE, Suite 300, Salem, Oregon 97302; 503.399.0565 (Fax); kristin@currybrandaw.com

 

FOREST PRODUCTS COMPANY in Eugene, OR, seeks two experienced process engineers for its Quality Assurance group. A small Eugene-based company with a  40-year history is currently experience great growth.  They have a strong lean manufacturing and team environment.  They are seeking 2 Process Engineers with 5 years of experience with high volume, heavy manufacturing.  They would prefer experience in the Forest Products Industry, but that is not required.  Person will be responsible for quality performance and customer satisfaction through effective assessment, prioritization, improvement and corrective action.  The position will direct and support Lean Manufacturing and Work Team activities for the plant.  The position will assist in creating/maintaining process specifications, standards, practices and auditing methods to assure quality, utilization, efficiency, and financial performance.  The position will be directly involved in the product development process including, panel construction and prototype activities. Qualifications:  Minimum 5 years Process Engineering experience with high volume manufacturing environment; BS in a Manufacturing Engineering or related field; Lean Manufacturing principles; Prefer experience with wood products. Location: Oregon, Prefer local, but will pay for relocation for the right candidate. Some travel required, but not significant amount

Salary: $50 - $70K + 10% bonus target. Excellent Benefits. For more information and to apply, contact: Carol Remington, Vice President, Woodmoor Group, Inc. 00-1-(719) 488-1788, cremington@woodmoor.com. Read my bio here... [posted 5/29]

 

 

GERBER LEGENDARY BLADES seeks Implementation Engineer. Outdoor recreation manufacturing company with explosive growth has excellent opportunity for an engineer to implement designed products into production. Success in this position requires a high energy level, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and drive.  Successful candidate should also have experience in detailed component drawings, fixture design, and manufacturing process rules of injection molding, stamping, castings, turned and machined components.  Experienced 3D mechanical design skills using Solidworks a plus.  Demonstrated project management skills desired.  BS in ME, IE, EE or MfgE. Send, fax, or email confidential salary history and resume to: Gerber Legendary Blades, ATTN:  Human Resources, 14200 SW 72nd Ave, Portland, OR 97281. Fax: 503-403-1290, E-mail: gerberjobs@gerberblades.com. [posted 5/1]

 

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/.

 

HARRIS THERMAL TRANSFER PRODUCTS, a leading manufacturer of ASME Pressure Vessels and Heat Exchangers in Newburg, Oregon, has two IMMEDIATE openings for entry- to intermediate-level Design Engineers. Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements: BS in Mechanical or Structural Engineering; can think “outside the box” and is creative; self motivated, self starter w/ entrepreneurial spirit; excellent work ethic; excellent communication abilities; team player; excited about joining a rapidly growing company; aggressive with a lot of energy; honest and fair with solid business smarts. Preferred (but not required) experience includes: Supervisory experience (drafting and engineering); experience in ASME Section VIII, Division 1 pressure vessel design; heat exchanger mechanical design experience; experience reading and checking fabrication drawings; experience evaluating costs in order to produce the most economical designs; heat transfer experience particularly in the use of B-JAC Software; finite element analysis experience; AutoCAD experience; piping design and skid / module design experience; experience using APV, Compress Software; and  experience in estimating and project management. Harris Thermal Transfer Products is an aggressive and growing company. We are primarily manufacturers of ASME Code pressure vessels and heat exchangers. We also design and fabricate piping and skid or modular systems. We have a large and broad customer base which is growing rapidly. Harris emphasizes on time delivery, quality, customer service and economy. We have an ASME “U”, “R” & “PP” stamps;“CE”, and “API” stamps. We are NQA-1 certified. Harris’s main facility is located at 615 S. Springbrook Road in Newberg, Oregon (97132) with an additional fabrication facility in Portland, Oregon. If you meet the above listed job requirements, please send or FAX resume to General Manager, Harris Thermal Transfer Products, P.O. Box 820, Newberg OR 97132, FAX 503-538-4281 or e-mail Eric Groenweghe at ericg@harristhermal.com. Salary is based on experience and is eligible for an annual bonus. Benefits include medical / dental / vision, matching 401K plan, vacation, holidays etc. [posted 5/29]

HEWLETT-PACKARD. There are many jobs open for new graduates and for interns at Hewlett-Packard!  Go to http://www.hp.com/go/jobs and click Show Advanced Search.  On the Advanced Search page, click United States for the Location (you can drill down to a more specific set of regions) and Internship or Graduate Job, then click Search.  As of today, there are over 80 new graduate positions and 135 internships still open!  If you are returning to school full-time, you are classified as an Intern.  If you will graduate this term, or graduated less than one year ago, you are classified as a Graduate. If you see an interesting job, please apply right away on-line.  In addition, send the Job ID number and your resume to ken.saul@hp.com so I can advocate for you to the hiring manager. Best of luck in your job search!

 

HINDS INSTRUMENTS, INC. (http://www.hindsinstruments.com) designs and builds polarization modulation devices that allow scientists and instrument manufacturers worldwide to measure with extreme sensitivity various phenomena that affect the polarization of light. The company currently has two open positions:

 

Applications Research Engineer I.  Position Summary: The Applications Research Engineer I provides research support of prototype developments through literature research, laboratory experiments, data retrieval and analysis, and technical writing assistance.  Responsibilities:   Builds, tests and troubleshoots prototypes; prepares and conducts laboratory experiments employing complex optical and electronic instruments; collects, compiles and edits experimental data; performs literature research; organizes and reports research results; measures samples and generates reports as needed. Qualifications:  Minimum BS in physics, chemistry or material science; BSME, BSEE or equivalent.  Recent graduate with 0 - 3 years work experience, preferably in both commercial and academic R & D environments; well-developed laboratory skills; strong mathematical and analytical skills; proficient in systematic approach to problem solving; computer proficiency . Compensation: Paid at current market salary, DOE. Work Location: 3175 NW Aloclek Dr,  Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 . To apply: Submit resume with references to hr@hindsinstruments.com. Deadline: Open Until Filled.

 

Sales Engineer I.  Position Summary:  The Sales Engineer has primary responsibility for developing sales, using understanding of the applications of company products; becomes the champion to expand the product range, generate increased sales opportunities and produce sales growth.  This position involves an extensive introductory technical training program. Responsibilities: Conducts demonstrations, attends tradeshows and technical seminars to convey product knowledge and applications; responds to technical inquiries from customers, and manages account support to order placement and customer acceptance; provides technical training, product demonstrations, sales and marketing tools to dealers; manages commercial and financial agreements with customers; enhances sales opportunities though market evaluations and strategies; member of cross-functional team for generating new business; contributes to new product definition, grooming, market launch and product line expansion. Skills:  Minimum BS or equivalent, in a scientific or technical discipline; Electrical, Mechanical, Optical Engineering or Physics preferred; requires effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to operate in a collaborative, problem solving manner; strong hands-on and problem solving. Compensation: Paid at current market salary, DOE. Work Location:  3175 NW Aloclek Dr., Hillsboro, Oregon, 97123. To apply:  Submit resume with references to hr@hindsinstruments.com. Deadline: Open Until Filled.

 

Contact Information for both positions: Jackie Boyd, HR Manager, (503) 690-2000  x195, jboyd@hindsinstruments.com

 

LOGITECH in Vancouver, WA, has an immediate opening for a full-time Product Failure Analysis Engineer (ME/EE) to perform Failure Analysis and implement correction of audio products including multimedia speakers, headphones, and headsets that use traditional and wireless technologies. This position demands a professional with experience in a fast-paced, high technology environment with proven quality improvement capabilities. Do you like to break things? This could be your Dream Job!  Responsibilities: Prepare product field performance and warranty assessments; conduct hands-on root cause failure analysis of field returns; manage product improvements through coordination of communication with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, and Quality teams; implement corrective actions in product and procedures; and collaborate with other QA offices regarding MFG testing and product failures. The ideal candidate will be capable of driving projects leveraging Engineering and Manufacturing resources from within a focused QA group and will have electrical and mechanical aptitude for required hands-on projects and advanced electro / mechanical diagnostic skills. Other qualifications include: strength with product testing, failure analysis, and diagnosis; thorough knowledge of quality systems, reliability measures, and design for manufacturing techniques; familiarity with test and certification standards; BS in an engineering field or equivalent experience; ability to operate well within a team and independently; availability for light travel (4-6 overnight trips/year, may include one international trip); excellent written and verbal communication skills; and the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Acoustic product QA background is desired, as is knowledge of Audio Precision Software or other test suites. Pay rate is $24–$29 per hour. Learn more and apply via www.CampusPoint.com

 

The PACIFIC NORTHWEST NATIONAL LABORATORY (PNNL) Engineering Systems Group is seeking highly qualified junior level engineers to support contract research projects in the areas of environment, national security, and energy. At PNNL (http://www.pnl.gov) we advance the frontiers of scientific knowledge and rapidly translate scientific discoveries into innovative technologies to meet national needs. The Engineering Systems Group provides systems analysis and systems engineering capabilities to projects in chemical and nuclear waste management, counterterrorism, and nuclear energy. Principal responsibilities of the Engineer II/III position will be to provide a wide variety of advanced analytical support using uni-variate statistics, multi-variate statistics, calculus, commercially available engineering and analytical tools, and PNNL-developed analytical tools. The incumbent will work at the interface of systems analysis and data analysis, so strong capabilities both of these areas are essential for success. The incumbent must also be able to communicate well verbally and in writing, work alone and in teams, and interact effectively with clients.  Position requirements: A Bachelors degree in statistics or in systems, nuclear, chemical, electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering. Statisticians who apply should have strong engineering expertise; and engineers should have strong statistics expertise. The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance is also a position requirement. To apply: submit resume at http://jobs.pnl.gov. Applicants must include their resume a section entitled “Systems and Data Analysis Expertise” that summarizes their education, training, and project experiences relevant to systems analysis and engineering and using advanced data analysis capabilities. [posted 4/10]

 

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.

 

SIVETZ COFFEE, INC in Corvallis, OR, has a summer job opening for an undergraduate student in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. 30 hours/week, 10 am to 4 pm. Pay rate: $16/hour.  Work involves: crating fluid bed roasting machines for shipment in US and abroad; learning and controlling the parts of the machines (i.e., control panels, motors, burners, controllers, etc); assembling and testing control panels; studying and understanding technical manuals on equipment selection, costs, quality, inspection of received components, etc.; some roasting and extract production; and various other responsibilities. For more information, visit www.sivetzcoffee.com, email sivetz@sivetzcoffee.com, or call Diane Young at 541.753.9713. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Michael Sivetz, owner/engineer, at 349 SW 4^th St., Corvallis, OR 97333. Indicate available starting date.

 

USNR (www.usnr.com), the largest US-based manufacturer of capital equipment and advanced control systems for the lumber manufacturing industry, is looking for a field engineer. Job Summary: This position will involve installing, commission, and developing machine vision systems for the sawmill industry.  Field engineers will work with cutting edge technology in the field of machine vision and  PLC controls.  Field engineers will spend time in sawmills commissioning and servicing systems and in the Woodland WA office working on project engineering, product development and providing technical support to customers. Essential Responsibilities: Install and commission machine vision sensors on sawmill machinery; align and calibrate machine vision sensors; electrical termination of low voltage control systems; interface and  program with Allen Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC) and Allen Bradley human machine interface (HMI); interface and program with Machine Vision equipment; create professional project documentation and procedures using AutoCAD, MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word, SoildWorks, etc; train mill personnel on automation equipment; work at customer site with sawmills personnel or contracted electricians and maintenance. Qualifications: BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience; field “hands on work” experience; strong interpersonal skills; problem solving skills; analytical, logical and mechanical aptitude; flexible Scheduling; ability to travel world wide; passing of drug screening. Please email resumes to: Paul Strebig, USNR, Paul.Strebig@usnr.com. Phone: 360-225-8267, mailing address 558 Robinson Rd., Woodland, WA 98674. [posted 5/1]

 

WESTERN STAR (http://www.westernstartrucks.com/) currently has three Design Engineer openings. For more information or to apply, contact Pete Strause, Body Engineering Manager, Western Star Trucks, (503) 745-8770, petestrause@WesternStarTrucks.com. [posted 5/22]

 

 

FACULTY AND POST-DOC POSITIONS

 

NOTE: See archived versions of postings submitted September 2005–April 2006 at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/

 

LAVAL UNIVERSITY (Québec, Canada) The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Laval University invites applications for a full-time faculty  position in the area of robotics. The position will be filled at the appropriate professor level  commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The announcement  and description of the position can be found at http://www.gmc.ulaval.ca/. Please note that teaching language at Laval University is French. [posted 5/29]

 

NORTH CAROLINA STATE.  The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at NC State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the general area of thermal sciences. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or closely-related field. Successful candidates will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, to advise graduate students, and to establish a high quality, nationally-visible externally funded research program. Of particular interest are candidates with expertise in the broad area of energy. Topics include, but are not limited to, renewable energy technologies, fuels, and internal combustion engines. Applications from both experimental and computational/analytical experts are sought. It is anticipated that the position will be filled at the assistant professor level, but higher ranks may be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Review of applicants will begin on 1 May 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested persons should apply online at jobs.ncsu.edu*. Search under position number 04-33-0605. Attach pdf files of a complete curriculum vita and the contact information for three references. Additional information is available at www.mae.ncsu.edu. NC State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.

 

PURDUE UNIVERSITY CALUMET.  Applications are invited for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering, beginning August 2006.  An earned Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. The successful candidate will teach courses in basic mechanical engineering with emphasis in thermal fluid sciences.  Research activities will also be encouraged. Purdue University Calumet, a campus of the Purdue system, enrolls over 9,000 students in more than 80 programs.  The campus is situated on 180 wooded acres in Northwest Indiana, 25 miles from downtown Chicago.  The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers B.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics, as well as an M.S. degree in Engineering. For more information, please visit http://www.calumet.purdue.edu.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University Calumet, POTT 121, 2200 169th Street, Hammond, IN 46323 or send via e-mail to me@calumet.purdue.edu.  Review will begin June 15, 2006 until the position is filled. Purdue University Calumet is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. [posted 5/22]

 

UNIVERSITY OF NIZWA, SULTANATE OF OMAN.  The University of Nizwa is seeking a Dean for its new College of Engineering. See http://www.unizwa.edu.om/jobb-e.php. 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

 

WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY. College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering anticipate filling three post-doctoral research positions:

 

§          Post Doctoral Research position with specialty in Corrosion and Wear Resistant Sol-Gel Coatings. A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science is required. Knowledge and experience corrosion and wear resistant sol-gel coating with a focus on titanium dioxide containing coatings is required. The prospective candidate should have experience in corrosion and wear resistant sol-gel coatings and corrosion of materials with a background in Chemistry. Initial appointment starting July 1, 2006, with responsibility in research is for one year. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Non-US citizens must include a statement of authority to work in the US. Applicants should send a letter describing their qualifications, a curriculum vita, and names, addresses, email addresses and telephone of three references to darran.cairns@mail.wvu.edu. For more information, visit the Department website at http://www.mae.cemr.wvu.edu..

 

§          Post-Doctoral Research Associate position with specialty in Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) modeling. A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Knowledge and experience in multi-dimensional fuel cell modeling focusing on Solid Oxide Fuel Cell transients, electrochemistry and internal/external reforming is required. The prospective candidate should have experience in FORTRAN programming and preferably have developed his own multi-dimensional CFD code and have experience in utilizing readily available commercial codes such a FLUENT. Initial appointment starting August 15, 2006 with responsibility of research is for one year. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter describing their qualifications, a curriculum vita, and names, addresses, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three references to ibcelik@mail.wvu.edu (ph: 304-293-3111 x 2325). For more information, visit the Department website at http://www.mae.cemr.wvu.edu.

 

§          Non-tenure-track Research Assistant Professor position with specialty in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline. A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Knowledge and experience in experimental aspects of one or more of the following is required (a) Micro/nanoindentation mechanics, (b) Advanced optical methods for advanced material research, (c) Mechanical metallurgy and microstructural analysis, (d) Advanced data/image processing and related software development. Demonstrated participation in proposal writing leading to  extramural funding is highly desirable. Initial appointment starting August 16, 2006, with responsibility in research is for three years subject to availability of funds. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should a letter describing their qualifications, a curriculum vita, and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to the search committee chair, Dr. Bruce Kang   (Bruce.Kang@mail.wvu.edu) or visit the Department website at  http://www.mae.cemr.wvu.edu.

 

WVU is a comprehensive land grant institution with over 28,000 students and Carnegie Doctoral Research Extensive ranking. The department has 28 tenure-track faculty, offering BS, MS, and Ph.D. in both mechanical and aerospace engineering to 400 undergraduate and 180 graduate students. WVU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. [posted 5/29]

 

 

 

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