OSU
MECHANICAL, INDUSTRIAL, and MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN
Vol 2. Issue #6
Week of October 23, 2006
ATTENTION ME,
IME & GE STUDENTS
Fall
Advising Sign-Ups will be available beginning this Wednesday, October 25th, in Dearborn
102. Our three-week fall advising period begins Monday, October 30th,
and runs through Wednesday, November 22nd. Be sure
to schedule a 15-minute appointment with your advisor during this time.
Why is it
so important to get advised during the Oct. 30–Nov.22 advising period? Short answer: Winter term registration starts in
mid-November. The sooner you register, the better your chances of getting into
the winter term classes of your choice. But in order to register for winter
term classes, you need your PIN. And the only way to get your winter term registration PIN is to schedule an advising appointment this fall!!
And don’t
just schedule the appointment—make sure you come to it too!! You can only sign
up for one advising session during the three-week fall advising period.
If you miss your scheduled session, you’ll have to wait until after
November 22nd to schedule another one. And that will drastically
reduce your chances of getting into the winter term classes you want.
Important
note: ADVISORS HAVE CHANGED. If you are an ME student and are not sure who your
advisor is, please check the ME Bulletin Board located outside Dearborn 102.
Industrial, Manufacturing, and General Engineering students are not assigned
advisors. This group will be advised by either Lynn Paul or Ebi
Netto. Also, if you plan to graduate anytime between Fall 2006 and Summer
2007, and have not yet met with Dr. Walker, you must do so this
term. Other graduating seniors will be assigned to Dr. Parmigiani.
If you
have any questions about fall advising, please come to Dearborn 102, which is where all ME, IME, and
General Engineering advisors are located. We look forward to seeing all of you
soon!
UPCOMING EVENTS
This Week...
Monday, October 23:
Anheuser-Busch Info Session. 4 pm,
Career Services Office (basement of Kerr Admin). Anheuser-Busch is interested
in hiring Mechanical, Electrical & Computer, and Chemical Engineers with
Bachelors Degrees.
Monday, October 23:
Formula SAE team meeting. 6 pm in
the SAE shop (Rogers
132).
Tuesday, October 24: Intel Open-House. 10 am–3 pm, KEC 1007. Casual attire is fine! Note: Students must have the right to work permanently in the US
without sponsorship.
Exceptions may be made for MS and
PhD where there is a demonstrated shortage of critical skill candidates. In
general, Intel hires mostly IEs, ChemEs, and MatSci majors, and fewer MEs. But
they’re always willing to talk with interested students in all of these
programs! They hire PhDs in their research fabs and MS and BS grads in their
production fabs.
Tuesday, October 24: Study Abroad in Tunisia informational
meeting,, 4pm, Snell 448.
Tuesday, October 24: Pi
Tau Sigma Tutoring Session
for ENGR 211, 212, 213 students. 5–7 pm, Caliper Lounge (4th
floor of Rogers).
Tuesday,
October 24: EECS, IME, and ME Senior
Dinner, 5:30 pm in the MU ballroom. Note:
Registration for this dinner is now closed.
Tuesday, October 24: Chevron Info Night and Pizza Feed for ChE, ME, and ECE students. 7 pm, Gleeson 200. Find out about summer internships and
full-time positions. Bring your resume!
Wednesday,
October 25: Fall Engineering Career
Fair, 11 am-4 pm, CH2M Hill
Alumni Center.
A list of companies attending the career fair is available at http://oregonstate.edu/career/fair/engineering.php
Wednesday, October 25: Study Abroad in the
United Kingdom informational meeting, 4 pm, Bexell 207.
Wednesday, October 25: Microsoft Info Session. 5 pm, WNGR 153.
Join us for a free dinner and find out more about Microsoft!
Wednesday, October
25: Baja SAE team meeting.
5 pm, Rogers
230.
Thursday, October 26: Kiewit Underground
Interview Sessions. 9 am–5 pm at 30 min. intervals in Owen 313. Kiewit
wants to interview CE, CEM, EE, and ME students regarding internship and full-time
opportunities in Portland and elsewhere in the U.S.
To sign up for an interview, contact Jan Strombeck at jan.strombeck@oregonstate.edu.
Friday,
October 27: Center for Teaching and
Learning Workshop: “Assessment Part I: Are Your Students Learning?” 2-5 pm,
Milam 215. Teaching is not learning. This rather startling observation by
Thomas Angelo, which appears in his best selling book College Assessment,
points out a major challenge facing all instructors. This workshop introduces
key concepts regarding assessment, demonstrates three different tools faculty
across all disciplines can use to ensure that what they are teaching is indeed
being learned, and familiarizes attendees with Angelo and Cross’ excellent book
of assessment tools. Please register at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl or send an email to CTL@oregonstate.edu.
Friday, October 27: “Structure, Process, and Property
Relationships in Multi-functional Oxide Thin Films.”
ME/IME Faculty-Grad
Seminar presentation by Brady Gibbons, OSU Materials Science Faculty. 2:30-4
pm, Rogers 226/230.
Plan Ahead...
Monday,
October 30: Eaton Corporation Info
Session and Pizza Dinner. 5:30–7:30 pm, Career Services classroom (basement
of Kerr Administration Building).
Eaton has multiple open direct hire positions and also Leadership Development
Programs for ME, EE, and IME students. For more information, see http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/EatonInfoSession.pdf and the Eaton job and internship postings in
this bulletin.
Tuesday,
October 31: Interviews with Eaton Corporation.
Location TBA. To schedule an interview, visit
the Eaton table at the Engineering Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 25, or
contact Career Resources.
Tuesday, October 31: Preparing for an International Career informational
meeting. 3 pm, MU 208 (La Raza Room).
Wednesday, November 1: Walt Disney World College Program
Internships info session. 5 pm, Lasells
Stewart Center.
Walt Disney is seeking students to take part in the Living, Learning, and
Earning components of the Disney College Program. This program is open to all
undergraduate students in ALL MAJORS. Attendance is mandatory at the
information session to interview for the program. This is a great time to be
part of the Disney magic during the opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom this
spring. For more information, please
contact: Cheryl Herring (541) 737-0523
or Mike Mays (541) 737-0520.
Wednesday, November 1: EWB T-shirt Contest Entry Deadline is 7 pm.
See EWB announcement below for details.
Thursday, November 2: Walt Disney World College Program
Internships info
session. 3 pm, Lasells
Stewart Center.
See Nov. 1 posting for details.
Friday,
November 3: College of Forestry
Centennial Open House, noon–4 pm, Peavy and Richardson Halls. Help celebrate the
College of Forestry’s 100th anniversary.
Join us for art walk, music, exhibits, logging sports demonstrations, and of
course birthday cake! Learn about current College of Forestry
research, projects, and points of pride. See what is new and what is till the
same at the College
of Forestry. This event
is open to the public, campus community, students, alumni and friends. For more
information on schedule and list of activities, visit http://www.cof.orst.edu/cof/admin/openhouse/.
Friday,
November 3: Center for Teaching and
Learning Workshop: “Assessment Part II: Assessment Tools and Their Use in the
Classroom.” 2-5 pm, Milam 215. This workshop is a follow-up to the previous
week’s introductory workshop on
assessment. Dr. Saunders will introduce the Classroom Assessment Project
Cycle and attendees will have an opportunity to complete the Teaching Goals
Inventory, which identifies instructor goals and will be used to select related
assessment tools. Dr. Saunders will then illustrate how different
assessment tools can be used to engage learners, promote learning, and track
achievement of learning outcomes. Please register at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl or send an email to CTL@oregonstate.edu.
Thursday,
November 16: Weatherford Fireside Chat with Jim Sheldon, President of
Automation Tooling Systems (ATS) Oregon.
7:30 pm, Weatherford Hall Trysting Tree Conference Room D107. Sign up and get
more information at https://www.bus.oregonstate.edu/aepfellows/ViewFellow.aspx?FellowID=93.
Friday,
November 17: Center for Teaching and
Learning Workshop: “Addressing Student Learning Styles in Your Classrooms.”
2–5 pm, Milam 215. A substantial body of research suggests that students vary
in the way they take in and give out information and that they often learn best
when they have an opportunity to learn and express their knowledge in their
preferred mode(s). This workshop introduces Neil Fleming’s VARK tool for
identifying learning preferences, the four learning preference categories, and
implications of the scoring system. Handouts will be provided on how
instructors can modify their courses and assignments to appeal to the variety
of learner needs. Please register at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl or send an email to CTL@oregonstate.edu.
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Department-wide…
WINTER PRO SCHOOL APPLICATIONS ARE NOW
AVAILABLE ONLINE at http://engr.oregonstate.edu/students/apps/index.html. They
are due Nov. 1.
ENGINEERS
WITHOUT BORDERS NEWS. Along
with the meeting announcements listed in the Events section of this bulletin,
here are a few other items of interest:
§
Mechanical engineers may now use EWB
projects as their senior projects. We have one very interested mechanical
engineer seeking one or two more people to develop a 2007-08 EWB senior project
NOW! Contact Douglas.VanBossuyt@gmail.com
for details.
§
Design EWB-OSU T-Shirt for the
06'-07' school year.
Make it about whatever you want that's EWB-OSU related! Be
creative! Have fun! Make multiple designs! The deadline for entries is November 1st at 7
pm. The top designs will be posted to EWB-OSU's website and the
mailing list. We will hold a vote at the following general meeting to
choose the winning T-Shirt design that will represent EWB-OSU for the next
year. The creator of the winning design will receive a FREE T-SHIRT!
Submit entries to Douglas Van Bossuyt (Douglas.VanBossuyt@gmail.com)
§
Sign up for the EWB mailing list at
https://secure.engr.oregonstate.edu/mailman/listinfo/ewb-osu.
SURFACE
MOUNT TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION (SMTA) CHAPTER
UPDATE AND MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION. Thanks
to everyone who attended our Fall OSU Student SMTA Chapter meeting on Tuesday.
Congratulations to our new officers for 2006-2007: Tram Le, president; Chris
Gregg, vice president; Roger Day,
secretary; and Eric Hysell,
treasurer. To join SMTA, visit www.smta.org and
complete the membership application (select the link called membership from the
left hand sidebar). Your membership type will be "associate."
The cost of membership is only $5. You need a credit card to pay
for your membership on-line. If you don't have a credit card to use,
please contact Dr. Toni Doolen (SMTA faculty advisor) or Tram Le for help with
membership. Note: To
participate in the upcoming Portland SMTA Chapter Training Day ("DFM for
Lead-Free"), scheduled for November 15 (location TBD), you will need to be
a student member. If you have any questions or need more information,
please contact Dr. Doolen (toni.doolen@oregonstate.edu) or Tram Le
(letra@onid.orst.edu).
NEW WINTER TERM COURSE OFFERING: ME
450/550, HEAT TRANSFER IN MANUFACTURING PROCESSES. Description: Intermediate heat transfer which
will explore several applied heat transfer problems based on combined mode heat
transfer, transient high flux heating/cooling and design of heat transfer
systems. Textbook: This course will use the same text used in ME 332; Incorpera
and Dewitt: “Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer,” with additional handout
material as necessary. Prerequisite: ME 332 (or equivalent undergrad
course in heat transfer). Instructor: Jim Liburdy, 310 Rogers Hall, 737-7017, liburdy@engr.orst.edu. Topics: High heat flux cooling: jet
impingement and sprays; Compact heat exchangers; Thermal storage/phase change; Free
convection and mixed convection; Boiling/condensation; Conjugate heat transfer
design. Course Grades: Three team projects with a written report for each
(80%); One team presentation of one of the three projects (20%).
WIRELESS HELPDESK FOR LAPTOP COMPUTER
USERS. The Wireless Helpdesk is located in Dearborn 107 and is open Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm
throughout the school year (hours may be extended the first two weeks of
classes). Helpdesk staff are available to assist all COE students and
faculty/staff. For more information, visit http://engr.oregonstate.edu/computing/helpdesk.
Grad Students/Faculty/Staff…
TAC FALL WORKSHOPS FOR FACULTY AND STAFF.
Technology Across the Curriculum (TAC)
offers no-cost workshops for faculty and staff in order to augment academic
instruction. Learn what's new in Blackboard 7 – in less than 30 minutes!
Get hands-on assistance in managing your course Blackboard sites and online
resources. Learn simple techniques with audio, podcasting, video, digital
photography, and document scanning. Improve your skills using PowerPoint
for lectures and presentations; or methods of website design and production.
More than 100 workshops, overviews, and clinics are offered through TAC this
term. See the schedule and registration pages at http://oregonstate.edu/tac or contact TAC@oregonstate.edu (541-737-3811). TAC also offers a multi-media lab to order to support educational
needs. The following facilities are available to faculty and staff,
with assistance available from TAC: Video editing workstation; Digital
Photography workstation; Document scanning workstation; Digital video cameras;
Digital photography cameras; Digital Audio recorder; Video tape to DVD transfer.
We highly recommend that users attend a workshop relevant to the equipment
that they intend to use prior to engaging in a project. Registration
is required for use of the workstations and equipment in order to prevent
schedule conflicts with workshops and other users. See the schedule and
registration pages at http://oregonstate.edu/tac or contact TAC@oregonstate.edu (541-737-3811).
THE OSU CENTER
FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING (CTL) FALL WORKSHOP SCHEDULE is now available at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/workshop.htm. Individual workshops are also listed in the
Events section of this e-bulletin. Note:
GTAs and adjunct instructors, as well as regular faculty, are welcome to
attend these workshops.
LAPTOP CART NOW AVAILABLE FOR USE IN COE
CLASSES The College of Engineering IT group is now offering a laptop cart
for use in COE classes. The cart includes 10 modern laptops with power supplies
and extra batteries. Each laptop comes with: Matlab, Solidworks, MS
Office, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, ChemCAD, and other commonly used sofeware. If you'd
like to check out the cart for your class, simply login to TEACH (http://engr.oregonstate.edu/teach), Click on "Class Administration",
then click the link labeled "Reserve the COE Wireless Laptop cart for a
class". You will be asked when and where you need the cart. An e-mail will
be sent out to make arrangements for the requested checkout date and
arrangements for transportation.
TIPS FOR TENURE AND PROMOTION: A SYMPOSIUM
FOR NEW AND PROSPECTIVE FACULTY. Planning
on going to the ASME Congress in November? If so, consider attending this
symposium, which is targeted to new and prospective faculty, including
graduate students thinking about a career in academia.
Session
1: Expectations of New Faculty for Promotion and Tenure
Session
2: Panel on Scholarship, Teaching and Service
Session
3: Hints for Successful Proposal and Funding Opportunities
When:
Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Where: ASME Congress (IMECE), Chicago, IL.
Cost: Free to anyone registered for the ASME Congress. However, you must
register separately for this event to secure your seat. Seating is limited to the first 60
people. For more information and
to reserve a seat, please visit:
http://www.asme.org/Education/College/Faculty/Tips_Tenure_Promotion.cfm
CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORY (INL) Education,
Training, and Research Partnerships FY 2007 Faculty Staff Exchange Program.
This program provides opportunities for university faculty to come to INL, for INL researchers to go to a university, or
both. The exchange interactions (two weeks minimum length) are aimed at
furthering development of research relationships, proposal development
discussions, and other activities yielding greater collaboration between
university and INL researchers. To participate in FSEP, send a mini-proposal
(five-page limit) prepared by the INL researcher and yourself to Anne.Mollberg@inl.gov. Include the following information in your
proposal:
§
Description of activity with preliminary budget estimate of costs broken
out as labor, travel and other major cost categories
§
Explanation of the expected benefits to the directorate and the
laboratory
§
Approval by immediate manager and director
§
Estimate of start and end dates
§
If cost sharing is available, include the amount or percentage of the
total costs that your organization will provide and the amount or percentage
requested from FSEP. (Cost sharing is preferred but not required.)
Proposals
will be accepted throughout the fiscal year and should be received six to eight
weeks prior to the desired activity. A review committee composed of members of
the Science and Technology Council, Center for Advanced Energy Studies, and
ETRP will consider all proposals. Funding will be determined on a case-by-case
basis. Preferential consideration will be given to collaborations with any
Idaho University Consortium and National University Consortium partners.
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.
UPCOMING ME/IME
FACULTY/GRADUATE SEMINARS
Friday, October 27, 2:30-4 pm, Rogers 226: BRADY GIBBONS,
Materials Science Faculty, Oregon
State University,
will speak on “Structure,
Process, and Property Relationships in Multi-functional Oxide Thin Films.”
SCHOLARSHIPS and FELLOWSHIPS
GAANN FELLOWSHIPS OFFERED FOR ME DOCTORAL
STUDIES at the UNIVERSITY
OF ALABAMA. The
Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alabama
has recently been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Education for a
GAANN Fellowship program, entitled “Energy Conservation for a Sustainable
Environment”. The program
provides fellowships up to $30,000 per year depending on financial need to
domestic mechanical engineering doctoral students with research interest in
very broad areas related to energy and the environment. The fellowships are for up to 3 years
with an additional 2 years as departmental research or teaching assistantships.
Note: The University of Alabama ME
Department is very interested in talking to high-achieving
undergraduate students who may be considering a PhD. They can admit high-achieving BS
graduates directly into the Ph.D. program. Applications by students from
traditionally underrepresented groups in science and engineering are strongly
encouraged. Awards will be made without regard to race, color, national origin,
gender, age, or disability. More information can be found at http://me.eng.ua.edu/.
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 AIR FORCE SUMMER FACULTY FELLOWSHIP
PROGRAM (SFFP) This program is intended for U.S.
citizens or permanent residents who have an earned doctorate in science or
engineering and who hold full-time science or engineering faculty positions at U.S.
colleges, community colleges and
universities. The duration of this summer fellowship is from 8 to 12 continuous weeks and research is performed
on-site. There is a competitive weekly stipend and relocation and daily
expense allowances are available. Application
deadline is November 1, 2006. Go to: http://www.asee.org/sffp or email sffp@asee.org.
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.
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/Membership/Join/. You can apply for membership online, at http://www.asme.org/Membership/Join/Become_Member.cfm. Or contact our ASME chapter president Joseph Cooley at cooleyjo@engr.orst.edu. You
are also invited to join the ASME mailing list (go to lists.oregonstate.edu group: ASME).
ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS OSU (EWB-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 http://groups.engr.orst.edu/ewb/ To join our mailing list for all of the
latest information, please visit https://secure.engr.oregonstate.edu/mailman/listinfo/ewb-osu. EWB-OSU officers for 2006-07 are: Douglas Van
Bossuyt (President ), Evan Miles (Vice President), Kelly Wilson (Secretary),
and Rob Hess (Treasurer).
HUMAN POWERED VEHICLE TEAM (HPV)
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. This year, we’ve got two groups going for design and
development of a new 2007 bike: the Frame Team, working on frame,
drive train and rider positioning components, and the Fairing Team,
working on fairing and major aerodynamic components. If you’re interested in joining the team this
term and helping us build this year’s vehicle, contact team advisor Dr. Brian Bay or team captain Joe Dengel at dengelj@onid.orst.edu.
Fall meeting times and locations will be posted in future e-bulletins. Team web
site: http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/hpv/index.htm.
INSTITUTE
OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS
(IIE)
The IIE provides leadership in developing
students as industrial engineers. IEE participation enhances students’ networking
and leadership skills and offers fun events for students to participate in. To
learn more about the IIE, visit our web site at http://oregonstate.edu/groups/iie/. You
can also email IIE Membership Chair Adam Eriksen at eriksena@gmail.com for
more information about membership and meetings.
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 Building Conference room 1005 every Monday, 6:30 pm-10 pm. (Check the top of the piano in
the KEC Lobby for updates.) For more information, contact Megan Colbath at colbathm@engr.orst.edu.
OREGON WAVE (WILLAMETTE AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES ENTERPRISE)
OREGON
WAVE 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 2 pm. Add yourself to the group’s mailing list at http://lists.oregonstate.edu (grandchallenge).
OSU SOLAR VEHICLE TEAM (OSUSVT)
OSUSVT
is currently designing a solar-powered vehicle to compete in the 2007
World Solar Challenge in Australia. This is a
university-wide project and interested people may still join in. Fall term
meetings are on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 pm to 5:00
pm at 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—Hai Yue
Han (hanh@engr.orst.edu
) or Kathy VanWormer (vanwormk@onid.orst.edu).
PI TAU SIGMA –OSU OMEGA CHAPTER
Pi Tau
Sigma is a national Mechanical Engineering Honor Society that seeks to unify
exceptional students so that they may use their talents in the service of
others. According to the PTS constitution, "The object of this
organization shall be to encourage and recognize superior scholarship, to
foster the high ideals of the engineering profession, to stimulate interest in
coordinating departmental activities, to promote the mutual professional
welfare of its members, and to develop in students of mechanical engineering
the attributes necessary for effective leadership and the taking up the
responsibilities of a citizen living in a democracy." The first PTS chapter
was created in 1915 at the University
of Illinois, and since
then the organization has expanded to include over 150 active chapters. Oregon State's
Omega Chapter was established nearly 40 years ago. Today, our PTS chapter seeks
to provide its members with social activities, leadership positions, and
beneficial networking opportunities with both colleagues and industry. 2006-07 PTS officers include Jonathan
Ritter, president; Liz Campagna, vice president; Ashley Swander, secretary; and
Trevor Howard, treasurer. Note: The
PTS web site, http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/pts/home.html, is currently being updated and should be
fully functional by October 27th.
SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS (SAE)
Formula SAE group meets every
Wednesdays at 5pm in Rogers
230. Baja SAE group meetings are
Wednesdays at 5 pm in Rogers
230. All OSU students are encouraged to attend!
SOCIETY OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS
(SME)—OSU CHAPTER
OSU SME’s
mission is to cultivate professional development, promote cross disciplinary
exposure and create networking opportunities for OSU engineering students
within the framework of manufacturing and manufacturing technology. For more
information, visit the SME web site at http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/sme/ or email the SME student chair, Anthony
Haller, at halleran@onid.orst.edu. You can download a membership application
from http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/sme/files/Student_app.pdf.
JOB
AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS—ME and IME STUDENTS
Note: Job and internship opportunities
for ME and IME students are also posted on the bulletin
boards outside Dearborn
102 . Career Services also has
numerous ME- and IME-related job and internship postings and upcoming
interview sessions. To view the Career Services postings, visit http://oregonstate.edu/career/students/recruiting.php and
follow the instructions for logging in.
Internships
ATS
SYSTEMS OREGON.
is looking to fill one Mechanical Engineer Intern position.
The qualified candidate will work 10-20 hours a week at a rate of $10.00 -
$12.00 an hour depending on qualifications. The assignment will last
about 6- 9 months. Internship description: Responsible for
designing the required mechanisms and selecting and integrating a broad
spectrum of components and subsystems including: robotics, servo axis,
pneumatics, fluidics dispensing systems, vibratory feeders, lasers, vision,
sensors, and conveyors. Works on assignments that are semi-routine in
nature, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is
required. Normally receives general instructions on routine work,
detailed instructions on new assignments. Internship Functions
include assisting mechanical engineers with purchased part research and
selection, drafting, and documentation. Performing engineering calculations
with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature,
pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs. Along with analyzing
engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions,
hardness etc. in the development of equipment, processes and products.
Presenting designs during internal and Customer project reviews. Must follow
all applicable ATSOR ISO procedures
and provide superior customer service to all internal and external customers.
Meets agreed upon goals and objectives in a timely manner and punctual to
work-related prearrangements. Qualifications: Must be registered as a
student in an accredited Bachelor’s Degree program for Mechanical Engineering
with Junior or Senior standing. Ability to use and learn CAD systems. Display
safety consciousness in all activities. Applicants can apply via email at humanresources@atsor.com, or via U.S.
mail to 2121 NE Jack London
St, Corvallis, OR
97330. [Posted
09/18/06]
BERUFSAKADEMIE
RAVENSBURG (http://www.ba-ravensburg.de), located
in Friedrichshafen in southern Germany (on beautiful Lake Constanze near the
Swiss border) has an internship
opportunity for a second or higher year Bachelors student or a Masters student
in Mechanical Engineering. The internship can be commenced immediately, but
start dates around October 1 ‘06 and January 1 ‘07 are also possible. The
internship can last from 2 to 6 months. German language skills are not
necessary. Internship functions/opportunities: The intern will assist the sponsoring
professor in mechatronics, controls lab design, Matlab/Simulink, sensor
investigations, Formula car, and/or Robcad software. Other topics can also be
found depending on the student's
interest. ME students interested in learning more about this international
internship opportunity should contact Professor Bob Paasch (Paasch@engr.oregonstate.edu) or
Professor Belinda Batten (Belinda.Batten@oregonstate.edu). [posted
7/17]
THE
BOEING COMPANY is looking for summer
2007 Industrial Engineering interns. This internship program begins at the
conclusion of the junior academic year to engage students in specific work
assignments as well as group activities throughout the summer. The interns will
utilize their IE education to evaluate and analyze current and proposed
processes & products, develop integrated production schedules, recommend
improvements, and implement approved changes. They will also have an
opportunity to analyze the impact of process and manufacturing changes on
budget projections and develop and apply labor standards to manufacturing
orders. Additionally, they will apply technical principles, theories and
concepts of IE to support manufacturing and participate in the implementation
of Lean Manufacturing. Candidates are required to have a minimum overall GPA of
3.0, with a 3.25 (or above) preferred. Preferred Skills and Attributes:
The ability and willingness to take independent action; seek out additional assignments
or tasks; effectively participate in accomplishing team goals; encourage
learning from one another; create group cohesion; give and seek specific,
constructive feedback; work effectively with other work groups; value the
contribution of people from diverse backgrounds; involve others in decisions
that affect them; gather, examine, and interpret information from different
sources to generate effective solutions to problems and make sound business
decisions; generate alternate approaches to solving problems when needed;
demonstrate awareness of the likely consequences or implications of judgments;
listen effectively; demonstrate understanding; clarify meaning for others;
speak with clarity and precision; communicate with a diverse audience; write clearly
and concisely; and take ownership of work activities and ensure they are
completed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner. To apply go
to: https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=06-1019959 [Posted
09/18/06]
NEW! EATON CORPORATION. Eaton’s Internship program is for students pursuing a BS or MS degree in
electrical, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. The
objective of the internship program is to develop students in the engineering
function through a practical experience, as well as assist in the personal
development of leadership competencies through training, networking and
coaching. The assignment will help
the participant develop a wide range of leadership and functional competencies
within the field of engineering.
Opportunities are available for those students interested in specific
engineering areas such as operations, lean, or supply chain or for those
interested in broader engineering roles. This internship program provides
candidates with great exposure to the company and would prepare them for a
potential opportunity to join the Eaton Leadership Development Programs or an
engineering role within one of Eaton’s plants upon graduation. Successful candidates must possess
outstanding academic credentials, strong analytical skills, have excellent
written and oral communication skills, and have demonstrated a strong desire
and ambition to be a leader. Successful
candidates must have a combined GPA of 3.0 or higher. A second language is also beneficial but not
required. **Note: Eaton will be
holding an Info Session on 10/30, 5:30 pm, in the Career Resources Office and will
be holding interviews all day 10/31. Visit the Eaton booth at the Engineering
Career Fair for more information and to sign up for interviews.
MICROCHIP
TECHNOLOGY, INC., in Gresham,
OR, has 2 positions open:
§
Industrial Hygiene Intern. Internship
Functions: Inspect facilities for
health and safety compliance, and identify areas for continuous improvement;
perform personal sampling of employees to determine exposures to hazardous
materials; assist in the development and implementation of safety programs and
procedures to ensure compliance with local, state and federal health and safety
regulations; and document detailed exposure records for legal compliance and
employee notifications. Qualifications: Minimum GPA 3.0; current
enrollment in BS degree program specializing in health and safety; no previous
job experience required. To apply: email your resume to greshamresumes@microchip.com or fax
to 503.669.6055, and reference job code G-147.
(Please use only one form of reply, email preferred.) [posted 8/25/06]
§
Industrial Engineer Intern will assist in coordination and planning for wafer fab start-up
and expansion and help improve manufacturing efficiency at our Gresham, Fab 4 facility. Internship functions: Conducting
time studies. Updating and continuous improvement of Fab reports. Analysis and
design of workflow and workstations and participate in continuous improvement
projects. Requirements: Must be at Senior level in pursuit of Bachelor
of Industrial Engineering (or equivalent). Engineering related internship/co-op
work experience is a plus; Strong academic performance and extracurricular
achievement; Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven track record of
teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity; Must be an adept
Microsoft Office user. Minimum Physical qualifications: Must possess the
ability to stand 10%, walk 5%, sit 85%. Must also be able to lift 50lbs, carry
40lbs, push and pull 80lbs To apply: please reference job code
G172; email your resume to resumes@microchip.com or fax
to 503.669.6055. Please use only one
form of reply, email preferred. [Posted 9/25/06]
XEROX.
Xerox Corporation (Portland,
OR, location) has several job
opportunities for new college grads (BS, MS, or PhD) and interns in Mechanical Design
Engineering, starting in 2007. Job Description: As a
Mechanical Design Engineer New College Hire or Intern at Xerox, you will work
on complex problems in a multi-disciplined team environment resulting in the
introduction of new color printers. You will be responsible for
development of mechanical components and subsystems including specification,
design, analysis and testing. Responsibilities also include: Select part
configurations, materials and manufacturing processes to achieve reliable
function at low cost; Validate design through analysis and testing, designing
test fixtures and special instrumentation where necessary; Responsible for
measuring, tracking and ensuring compliance to sub-assembly performance,
schedule, reliability and cost targets; Work with manufacturing engineers to
develop assembly procedures, tools and measurement systems; Work with
purchasing department and outside vendors to source components and assemblies;
Document design and testing. Relocation is provided for hires and
interns. Desired/Required Qualifications: Pursuing or completed
BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with experience in the following
areas: Developing creative design solutions to technical problems through
experience in a co-op or senior project; rigorous academic background in
engineering fundamentals, and machine design, with a minimum 3.0 GPA;
structured approach to problem solving or troubleshooting; strong written and
verbal communication skills; ability to work with fast paced,
multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated mechanical
aptitude; experience with ME CAD tools, solid modeling (Pro-E), and FEA a plus;
development and qualification of processes or measurement systems a
plus. For more information, see http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/XeroxMEPortlandPosting.ppt. To apply: Please submit your
resume at this link: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=194&siteid=80&AReq=2890BR&Codes=CORE,PAP,COL,ME,OSU.Or visit
www.xerox.com/careers and
apply to job posting # 2890. Questions? Send email to: xogdiversity@xerox.com [posted
9/25/06]
Jobs
ASSOCIATED GROCERS, INC. (http://www.agsea.com/) has a
current opening for an Industrial
Engineer. This individual will be primarily responsible for operating and
maintaining computerized standards software and MS office software.
Responsibilities will also include conducting research and studies of
operations to learn and communicate processes and procedures that maximize the
work flow and most effectively utilize space while ensuring facility safety and
efficiency. In addition, this incumbent will: develop and implement operational
procedures throughout AG’s Distribution Center; modify the computer software’s
setup as required by physical and operational changes; monitor and detect
issues with the utilization of locations and inventory levels; develop and
implement policies and procedures which result in cost reduction; analyze the
computer’s performance in conjunction with warehouse operations in order to
develop system improvements; direct the setup and monitor the accuracy of the
item master fields maintained by the distribution center; analyze and improve
upon the warehouse layout on an on-going basis; manage special projects as
needed by the Distribution Center; develop and conduct training on procedures
and computer equipment; monitor and analyze variables relative to production
work; report deviations for management action; and prepare new standards as
required. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: BS in
Industrial Engineering (or Logistics). Strong analytical skills and the ability
to recommend and calculate projected savings from implemented changes. Advanced
level computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office and experience
using industry software such as Red Prairie, Activity Base Compensation, SQL,
Qbasic, Vocollect and PKMS. Advanced skills and abilities in the operation and
maintenance of computerized standards software. Red Prairie MSDA
Certification. Knowledge of common
concepts, practices and procedures within the industrial engineering
field. Demonstrable experience and skill
presenting to small and large group of diverse backgrounds. Exceptional written
and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail. Skill and
ability in researching operations and conducting studies. The ability to lift
50 lbs on occasion. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Top
candidates will also have an understanding of and working with labor
standards. Lotus Notes experience is preferred. This position is a
regular, full time, salary position and is not eligible for overtime. Starting
Wage: DOE Job Code: 2388. To apply: send resume and cover letter
(referencing Job Code 2388) to
jobs@agsea.com or fax them to (206) 767-8785. [posted 8/07]
ATS
AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS, the world’s leading industrial automation
company, is currently recruiting for two Manufacturing
Engineers. Position description: The Manufacturing Engineer is
responsible for developing and implementing methods, operation sequences, and
processes for the fabrication of machined parts and subassemblies for automated
manufacturing systems. As a liaison between the manufacturing and design
engineering teams, the Manufacturing Engineer works on assignments that are
moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems
and making routine recommendations. This position normally receives no
instruction on routine work and general instructions on new assignments. Qualifications: BS in Manufacturing or
Industrial Engineering or an Associate’s Degree and four years of experience in
manufacturing; preferably a Journeyman’s card/Four year apprenticeship
program; must own tools supply for daily tasks (i.e. micrometers, indicators,
edge finders, etc.); four years’ experience either in a production or job shop
environment; good skill set knowledge of Solid Works, Auto Cad or other CAD
system related to engineering; a working knowledge of computers; demonstrated
effective verbal, written, and communications skills; valid state driver’s
License. To apply: Submit cover letter and resume to humanresources@atsor.com,
specifying one of the following requisition numbers: Day Shift Requisition#
2006-6 or Swing Shift Requisition# 2006-62. You can also apply online via the
Careers section of the ATS web site, http://www.atsautomation.com. [posted
08/21/06]
BAHN
BRENNER MOTORSPORT, located in Bend,
OR, has 2 immediate openings:
§
Mechanical
design engineer with experience in product design and manufacturing. Job
responsibilities: The successful candidate will manage new product
development from concept to production, including concept design, prototyping,
testing, and final production implementation. Qualifications: BS in
Mechanical Engineering; 2-5 years experience in product development (obtained
through some combination of school assignments, extracurricular activities,
internships, summer jobs, previous full-time employment, etc); strong knowledge
of automotive performance, concepts, and technology; project management
experience; knowledge of rapid prototyping methods and technology; knowledge of
manufacturing methods and technology, particularly CNC machining, injection
molding, extrusion and metal casting; Solidworks CAD experience (FEA and CFD
software experience a plus); machine process experience a plus; automotive OEM
and aftermarket experience a plus; experience with automotive forced induction
systems a plus.
§
CAD
designer with experience in product design and manufacturing techniques. Job
responsibilities: The successful candidate will process new products from
concept to production, including concept design, prototyping, testing and final
production implementation. Qualifications: 3-5 years Solidworks CAD
experience; 3-5 years experience in product development (obtained through some
combination of school assignments, extracurricular activities, internships,
summer jobs, previous full-time employment, etc); strong knowledge of
automotive performance, concepts and technology required; knowledge of rapid
prototyping methods and technology; knowledge of manufacturing methods and
technology, particularly CNC machining, injection molding, extrusion and metal
casting; machine process experience a plus; automotive OEM and aftermarket
experience a plus; experience with automotive forced induction systems a plus.
To apply for either of these positions, email
cover letter and resume to michelle@bahnbrenner.com or fax
the materials to 541.388.5685. No phone calls please [posted 08/24/06]
BOB
TRAILER INC. (http://www.bobgear.com/) has an immediate opening at the new Boise, Idaho
location for a Product Development
Engineer, working within the Product Development Department. Primary
responsibilities include all aspects of product development including
scheduling, prototyping, designing, testing, etc. Must be adept at working
under schedule & budget constraints within a team atmosphere. Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Engineering design and development of outdoor gear. Scheduling timelines for product implementation. Periodic
product meetings (design reviews). Management of prototype fabrication and
testing. Production ready design drawings. Design and scheduling of testing
programs for product certification. Technical communications with overseas
suppliers. Overseas travel to factories for production oversight and approval
(approximately 5%), and in house technical support. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Engineering required, preferably
Mechanical Engineering. Knowledge of SolidWorks for 3-D modeling and drawing
creation required. Knowledge of AutoCAD a plus. Must have experience working
with MS Office Applications. Must be a highly motivated, well-organized, detail
oriented individual. Preferably will have a basic understanding of the
following manufacturing technologies: machining, forming, welding, heat
treatment, injection molded plastics, riveted assemblies, and packaging. Salary: DOE To apply, fax or e-mail a cover letter,
resume, and employment
application (Attn:
Mike). E-Mail: Info@bobgear.com FAX:
(208) 375-5172. For more information, see http://www.bobtrailers.com/bobjobs/productengineer.php
[Posted 8/7; reposted 09/25, end date 10/31]
THE
BOEING COMPANY is searching for a Level
1 Industrial Engineer who is able to apply IE principles, concepts, and
techniques (e.g. methods analysis, ergonomics, work measurement, etc.) and
established process improvement strategies/methodologies to identify, design,
and implement improvements to processes. Responsibilities and
qualifications: The successful candidate will be able to apply the latest
industrial engineering concepts, techniques, and diagnostic tools (e.g., lean,
6 Sigma) to promote and implement changes in manufacturing and support
operations; implement the design, improvement, and installation of integrated
systems of people, materials, equipment, and methods; apply basic knowledge of
mathematics and the financial acumen to conduct business case analysis;
determine the methods necessary to get things done by organizing people and activities;
ensure the effective interaction and integration of processes, sub-processes
and tasks; develop schedules as well as plan and organize pertinent resources
effectively and efficiently; integrate
and align resources in other departments or sections to achieve company goals
and seek consensus to achieve those goals; use work measurement techniques
(e.g., cycle time, work sampling, time standards); and clearly conveys
information and ideas through a variety of media to others. A Bachelors of
Science in Industrial Engineering from an ABET school is a requirement. To
apply: Log into https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/Login and
specify Job Req# 06-1019143.
Note: Industrial Engineering positions Level 2, 3, 4
are also available at https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobSearch
Industrial Engineer-2 (Job Req #: 06-1019144), Industrial Engineer-3 (Job Req
#: 06-1015438)and Industrial Engineer-4
(Job Req #: 06-1018846) [Posted 09/18/06].
BOEING
has ongoing openings for a wide
variety of engineering positions at locations throughout the U.S.
and abroad. To find out about current openings at your experience level and in
your specific areas of interest, visit https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobSearch. To find
out more about Boeing people, jobs, benefits, etc., plus links to help you
create a profile and apply to specific jobs, visit http://www.boeing.com/collegecareers
CARRUTHERS EQUIPMENT COMPANY, a growing
manufacturer of proprietary equipment used in the food processing industry, has
2 openings for:
§
Design Engineer
/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.
§
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). This is an ongoing employment opportunity
COPELAND PAVING, SAND, and GRAVEL, located in Grants Pass, OR,
has an opening for a Chief
Estimator. Description/Summary
of Position: The position prepares formal and informal bids for
public and private clients, coordinates bid preparation with other estimators,
coordinates work with estimators and job superintendents. Position
responsibilities include active tracking of bidding opportunities, development
of market connections to public and private clients, plus technical evaluation
of plans received for bidding. Education/Skill
Requirements: Applicants will be evaluated based upon their amount
of applicable experience & technical certifications. Additional
consideration will be given to applicants with a civil engineering degree,
although that will not necessarily be the most critical criteria. Salary
and Benefit Information: Compensation for the position will
be based on qualifications. The position is a full time position, with a
full range of competitive fringe benefits including profit sharing, provided
vehicle, and medical insurance. Contact/Application Information: Applicants must
provide a resume with a minimum of three references to Bill Peterson, Director
of Administration, 695 S. E. “J”
Street, Grants Pass, OR or respond via e-mail to bill@copelandpaving.com. The recruitment will
remain open until filled. Copeland will respond to all applicants to fill
the position as rapidly as possible. Copeland companies are equal
opportunity employers, and are a drug free workplace, requiring pre-employment
drug screening and random sampling during employment.
[posted 7/1; renewed 8/25]
EATON
CORPORATION, a diversified
industrial manufacturer with 2005 sales of $11.1 billion, is recruiting
graduates with a BS degree in electrical, mechanical, industrial, or
manufacturing engineering both for
Direct Hire positions and for the company’s
Leadership Development Program
for Engineers (LDP-E) and Leadership
Development Program for Technical Sales (LDP-TS).
§
NEW! Direct Hire positions. Due to Eaton’s
diversified industrial offering, talented and motivated engineers are always in
demand to join the organization.
Positions may fall in a variety of functional areas including
operations, lean manufacturing, supply chain, design, or sales. The positions
are developmental opportunities for persons desiring careers in Eaton
Corporation in business, engineering or functional leadership roles. Successful
applicants will have the opportunity to work with peers and management from
various functions within and between Eaton operations/locations. Through various projects and assignments they
will have the opportunity to build upon their classroom experience,
internships, and work experience to gain in depth knowledge of Eaton’s products
and business. Interested candidates should visit EatonJobs.com to discover the
opportunities that are currently available. Candidates must also be eligible to
work in the U.S.
on an ongoing basis without visa sponsorship.
§
LDP-E Position description: The LDP-E
program will develop and prepare participants to work in a variety of
functional areas as well as develop leadership competencies. The program’s duration is 2-3 years and it
provides participants with progressive rotations in functional areas such as
engineering, operations, quality, front line supervision, business development,
supply chain, lean product management, marketing, and project management. Throughout the training cycle, this program
will provide participants with meaningful projects where individual efforts and
contributions are critical to our businesses.
Qualified participants will receive multiple opportunities for formal
training, networking, and assignment coaching in addition to receiving ongoing
formal feedback in order to evaluate personal progress and identify development
opportunities. LDP-E Qualifications: BS degree in electrical,
mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering; outstanding academic
credentials with a combined GPA of 3.0
or higher; relevant internship or co-op experience; strong analytical skills; excellent written
and oral communication skills; and a demonstrated strong desire and ambition to
be a leader. A second language is also
beneficial. Candidates must be eligible
to work in the U.S.
on an ongoing basis without visa sponsorship and must be geographically
flexible as relocation is an essential part of the program.
§
LDP-TS Position description: The LDP-TS
prepares participants to sell electrical distribution products, solutions, and
value in a competitive marketplace, within a team environment, to distributors,
contractors, consultants, and end-customers.
This development program is 12-15 months in duration and will commence
in either January or July 2007 with the initial training in Asheville,
NC, followed by a field training assignment in
another Eaton sales office location within the United States. Upon completion of the development program,
the successful participant will be a candidate for an outside sales assignment,
emphasizing leadership excellence, in potentially any sales office location. LDP-TS
Qualifications: BS degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial
engineering, industrial distribution, engineering technology, or marketing;
combined GPA of 3.0 or higher; relevant internship or co-op experience is
required; strong analytical skills; excellent written and oral communication
skills; professional presentation skills; and a demonstrated passionate desire
and ambition to be a leader.
Participants must be self-motivated and have demonstrated a strong
desire to achieve results. A second language is also beneficial. Candidates
must also be eligible to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without
visa sponsorship and must be geographically flexible as relocation is an
essential part of the program.
To apply: To be considered for the LDP
opportunities, apply through the Eaton web site as follows: (1) go to www.eatonjobs.com and
select “Search US Jobs” from the main menu;
(2) on the Job Posting Welcome page, select “Search Openings; (3) on the
Search Openings page, highlight “Development Programs” in the Function box and
then click the Search button; and (4) on the Search Results page, follow the
link to the LDP-E or LDP-TS description, select “Submit to Job,” and complete
your application as instructed. [posted 8/25/06] Note: Eaton will be holding an Info Session on 10/30 at 5:30 pm in the
Career Resources Office and Interview sessions all day 10/31. Visit the Eaton
booth at the Engineering Career Fair for more information and to sign up for
interviews.
ESCO
ENGINEERED PRODUCTS (www.esco-engproducts.com) is looking for a Design Engineer. Position summary/description: You will be using advanced tools for
3-D product design (Cad-Unigraphics) and Database Management (Agile-ORACLE).
You will work with customers, vendors, and ESCO sales, marketing, production,
and manufacturing to ensure that customer expectations are achieved. Critical
to this position is the need for strong analytical skills, creativity, and a
good understanding of engineering principles. Qualifications: Applicants
must have a 4 year degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering. Must also have
design experience, skill in the use of Unigraphics CAD, and preferably have
familiarity with the mining industry. There will also be opportunities to
travel to ESCO's global locations and customer sites.
To apply: Send resume and salary history
to: ESCO Engineered Products Headquarters, Attn: Dennis Christen, 2141 N.W. 25th Ave., Portland, OR 97210-2578, USA,
Phone 503.228.2141 or email resume
to: dennis.christen@escocorp.com [Posted
09/25/06; end date 12/31/06 or
whenever position is filled]
FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL has a current
opening for a part-time engineering
student who has completed at least 2 years of mechanical 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 courses, at
least one programming class, and ME design coursework. The candidate will
also have good communications skills and be able to work a flexible schedule.
Please contact Rudy Schalk at 715-3287 or rudy.schalk@hp.com
with any inquiries. Expected pay rate is $10-12/hr. [posted 9/18/06]
HEWLETT-PACKARD in Corvallis has two entry level Material Science openings: JOB ID 979081 and JOB ID
97907. Requires BS or MS degree in engineering or science related to fab
processing: ChemE, materials science, engineering physics The main objective of
this position is to support the automated visual defect inspection tools in the
fab and participate in defectivity yield improvement. There are also several
job openings for undergrad and graduate students who are graduating this year
in ME and IE. Please see descriptions and apply online at www.hp.com/go/jobs. [posted
10/16/06]
Hewlett-Packard is also seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an entry-level
position in Vancouver, WA. Job ID 972180 is in Inkjet
Systems to lead or work in project teams delivering and documenting new
printing and imaging products. You’ll explore, invent and develop printing and
imaging technologies, evaluate hardware performance, investigate, integrate,
develop, define and validate models for manufacturing and manage vendors as you
contribute to the delivery of market leading customer solutions. Apply
online at www.hp.com/go/jobs.
NOTE:
Please inform Ken Saul (HP Senior Engineer and OSU Campus
Manager) at ken.saul@hp.com of any
HP positions that you apply for.
INSITE
GROUP, INC. (http://www.insitegroup.net/), a consulting engineering company located
in the greater Kansas City and Portland (OR)
areas and specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control
engineering, is
currently seeking an Electrical or
Mechanical Engineer to fill a full-time permanent position in Portland. Qualifications: BS in Electrical or
Mechanical Engineering; proficient
in AutoCAD; excellent
verbal/written communication skills; able to work alone or as a team member. To
apply: Send resume and cover letter to careers@insitegroup.net. [posted
8/25/06, end date 12/1/06]
JELD-WEN
INC. WINDOW GROUP (Klamath Falls,
OR) has an opening for a Product Design Engineer. Position description: The Product
Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing new products,
improving existing products, and coordinating all aspects of development
projects as directed by the Corporate Product Development Manager. Job responsibilities: Control and
administer product development projects under the direction of the Design
Engineering Manager; work with general managers and product development site
facilitators; interface with the Head CAD Operator; review drawings and product
change requests for accuracy; communicate with suppliers as needed; assemble,
publish, and distribute product specification sets; participate as a team
member in the JELD-WEN Product Development and Idea Screening processes; build
and troubleshoot R&D prototypes; coordinate product testing and
certification; gather, organize and publish technical manuals. Personal
requirements: Highest ethical standards, honesty with personal integrity,
and willingness to support the JELD-WEN Mission Statement and promote JELD-WEN
Inc. Excellent oral communication skills and comfortable speaking in front of
groups; able to take and understand verbal direction; detail oriented; good
project management skills; self starter; capable of working with little
direction; team oriented; schedule driven; able to provide a sense of urgency
towards project completion; able to work collaboratively, gain consensus from
diverse groups, and build internal and external alliances. Must be able to
travel. Key technical skills/knowledge requirements: Correct and
effective use of corporate-approved CAD software; ability to present
recommendations to upper management using applicable computer software
including MS Word and Excel; technical aptitude; correct use of corporate
office computer software; understanding of lean manufacturing concepts, the
JELD-WEN Inc. Product Development Process, and the fundamentals of DFMA and its
philosophy. To apply: email resume
and cover letter with “Product Design Engineer” in the subject line to garyb@jeld-wen.com. [Posted
8/25/06]
MECHANICAL ENGINEER for McMinnville,
OR, company. Job description:
Entry-level Mechanical Engineer with AutoCAD experience for a leading rubber
and silicone product manufacturer in the aerospace industry. This is a direct
placement position with potential for fast advancement. The beginning salary is
$30,000 per year, with a $0-$10,000 raise possible after 6 months. Requirements:
knowledge of BSME and AUTOCAD. Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical
Engineering with school and internship experience using AutoCAD. This
individual will eventually be trained in CATIA, a great opportunity to learn
and gain experience with a software program currently in high demand. Interested and qualified candidates are
encouraged to respond to this posting by sending a resume to Tiffany Mehlhaf
via e-mail at tmehlhaf@aerotek.com or call 503.403.1919 with questions. This
position is open for immediate employment. [Posted 10/09/06; end
date 10/31/06]
MICROMECHATRONICS
INC. (www.MicromechatronicsInc.com) has an
immediate Material Processing Engineer
position available for an MS/BS Materials or Chemical Engineer with experience
in piezoelectric powder fabrication and device testing. Knowledge of
piezoelectric theory is advantageous.
Engineer should be a US
Citizen. Job Description: The engineer will synthesize new
electroceramic compositions, fabricate and test samples to develop new product
lines. In addition, the engineer will
assist in government proposal writing, act as engineer on current and future
device projects (designing, building and testing), interface with customers and
collaboration partners. To apply:
please email resume and cover letter to: Dr. Maureen L.
Mulvihill, Director of Research and Development, Micromechatronics, Inc., 200
Innovations Blvd, Suite 155, State College, PA 16803. E-mail or call for more
information: mmulvihill@mmech.com, Phone 814-360-7679, Fax 814-861-1418 [Posted 10/02/06, end date 11/01/06]
MICROPUMP,
Inc., world leader in the design of low-flow precision pumping solutions is
currently recruiting for three positions at its Vancouver, Washington
site. To apply for any of these positions, submit resume with salary
history to: HR MANAGER, MICROPUMP, INC., PO Box 8975, Vancouver, WA 98668 or email it to micropumpresumes@idexcorp.com. Note
that all of these position descriptions cite on-the-job experience as a
candidate requirement. [reposted 08/07]
§
Manufacturing
Engineer. Duties: Primary technical resource for manufacturing of
miniature precision pumps with an emphasis in precision machining and plastic
injection molding. Applies manufacturing engineering and project management
skills to recommend, implement and qualify new manufacturing processes. Designs
and assists in prototyping, creating and qualifying tooling and initial production
runs of new products. Reviews existing documentation and drawings and assists
Materials in identifying and qualifying potential outside sources for
components and processes. In collaboration with QA establishes process
qualification plans for vended components and processes. Assesses short-term
process capability, performs gage R&R’s on new instruments and tools, and
qualifies existing instruments and tools for use with new components and
products. Other duties as assigned. Required: BS/MS in Manufacturing
Engineering or equivalent. A minimum of five years experience in related
manufacturing environment. Proven experience in development and implementation
of a new or significantly revised manufacturing process. Salary range
for the position is $50-$70K/yr, DOE.
§
Mechanical Engineer II. Duties:
Lead and perform detailed design tasks directed toward the production release
of new and modified products. Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal
resources to conceptualize, design, test, and qualify new product
configurations. Manage project resources, schedules, and budgets in accordance
with ISO 9001 and company policies and procedures. Establishes product
technical specifications and design configurations that meet technical and
commercial requirements. Performs mechanical stackups and applies GD&T,
FMEA, DFMA, DOE, FEA, and SPC techniques to design problems. Develops
manufacturing tools, fixtures and inspection methods and gauges and evaluates
product costs and designs for manufacturability. Requirements: BS/MS in
Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. A minimum of three years’ hands on
experience in product design of mechanical devices or in manufacturing of
electro-mechanical devices. Experience with precision-machined plastics and
metals and injection molding processes from part design through tool
fabrication desired. Experience with fluid systems, controls, sensors, motors,
and project management preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively
communicate with customers, suppliers and co-workers. Ability to travel
internationally. Experience with rapid prototyping technologies, AutoCAD, and
Solidworks beneficial. Salary range for position is $50-$65K/yr, w/ with
very competitive benefits.
§
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Systems.
This is a salaried, exempt position, grade 10, reporting to the Director of
Business Development. Duties: Under minimal engineering supervision,
implements assigned projects to meet product technical goals. Modifies existing
or develops configured product solutions for specialized applications. Assumes
technical project management responsibility for engineering projects moderately
complex in depth and breadth. Applies sound engineering judgment and leadership
in evaluating and applying various mechanical, material, fabrication, and
testing technologies. Qualifies products that meet customer expectations for
release to manufacturing. Minimum Requirements: MSME/BSME or equivalent
required. A minimum of five years experience with mechanical assemblies used in
thermal management systems. Experience with computer cooling or liquid computer
cooling strongly desired. Experience with molded and machined plastics,
machined and formed metals, and assembly techniques. Five years experience in
product and process design and/or technology and two years of project
management experience. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with
customers, suppliers, and co-workers. Ability to travel internationally is
required.
PACIFIC CAST TECHNOLOGIES, INC., located
in Albany, OR, produces aerospace parts for Boeing,
Lockheed, Rolls Royce, Volvo and others. Our process includes investment
castings in titanium alloys. We have a current opening for a Project
Engineer 1. This individual will be responsible for assigned projects (New
Part, Part Changes, Development) from start up through the on time and to
budget completion and will receive mentoring and oversight from a Senior
Engineer or Engineering Supervisor. For detailed information about this
position, read the position description at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/PCTProjectEng7700-30-06.pdf.
Interested applicants may send their resumes with a cover letter to our Human
Resources department or to Diana Sutherin, Engineering Dept. at Pacific Cast
Technologies, Inc., P.O. Box 908, 150 Queen Avenue SW, Albany, OR 97321-0336; DSutherin@paccast.com. [posted
6/05; reposted 9/20; end date 11/30]
TYCO
ELECTRONICS/PRECISION INTERCONNECT in Wilsonville,
OR (http://www.precisionint.com) has immediate openings for Manufacturing Engineers . Tyco Electronics/Precision Interconnect
is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of interconnect
solutions for customers with demanding requirements for miniaturization, dense
packaging and electrical/mechanical optimization. Duties: New Product Development, including
risk analysis and process characterization and qualification; work closely with
Design Engineering and Manufacturing personnel during development phases of
projects to ensure a timely product release. Tool and fixture design. Defining
and optimizing manufacturing processes. Technical liaison for product
transfers, including coordination of engineering and technical activities
between Portland, Mexico,
and China
plants. Global standardization of processes/products. Cost reduction
activities, including process improvements, conversions and new process
development. Systemic improvement activities, including streamlining,
standardization of documentation, change control, quality, and transfer
processes. Establishing and implementing quality and safety controls and
improvements. Minimum Qualifications: BA/BS in Engineering, preferably a
BSIE, BSME or BSEE or equivalent. Two or more years in a manufacturing
engineering experience. CAD skills, especially related to fixture and tool
design. Experience with electronic assembly, including soldering and SMT
operations. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a rapidly changing
set of objectives. Strong interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated
ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. Technical project
management experience is helpful. To apply: Please visit http://jobsearch.tycoelec.newjobs.com (under Location Search, select “Oregon
– Portland”).
XEROX.
Xerox Corporation (Portland,
OR, location) has several job
opportunities for new College grads (BS, MS, or PhD) and interns in Mechanical Design Engineering, starting
in 2007. Job Description: As a Mechanical Design Engineer New
College Hire or Intern at Xerox, you will work on complex problems in a
multi-disciplined team environment resulting in the introduction of new color
printers. You will be responsible for development of mechanical
components and subsystems including specification, design, analysis and
testing. Responsibilities also include: Select part configurations,
materials and manufacturing processes to achieve reliable function at low cost;
Validate design through analysis and testing, designing test fixtures and
special instrumentation where necessary; Responsible for measuring, tracking
and ensuring compliance to sub-assembly performance, schedule, reliability and
cost targets; Work with manufacturing engineers to develop assembly procedures,
tools and measurement systems; Work with purchasing department and outside
vendors to source components and assemblies; Document design and
testing. Relocation is provided for hires and interns. Desired/Required
Qualifications: Pursuing or completed BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical
Engineering with experience in the following areas: Developing creative design
solutions to technical problems through experience in a co-op or senior
project; rigorous academic background in engineering fundamentals, and machine
design, with a minimum 3.0 GPA; structured approach to problem solving
or troubleshooting; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to
work with fast paced, multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have
demonstrated mechanical aptitude; experience with ME CAD tools, solid modeling
(Pro-E), and FEA a plus; development and qualification of processes or
measurement systems a plus. For more information, see http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/XeroxMEPortlandPosting.ppt. To
apply: Please submit your resume at this link: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=194&siteid=80&AReq=2890BR&Codes=CORE,PAP,COL,ME,OSU.Or visit
www.xerox.com/careers and
apply to job posting # 2890. Questions? Send email to: xogdiversity@xerox.com [posted
9/25/06]
FACULTY
AND POST-DOC POSITIONS
Note: for positions posted before 10/01/06,
check archived bulletins at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletin.html
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY has two
tenure-track faculty positions for the 2007-2008 Academic Year. Positions are available at the Assistant
Professor level in Information systems and/or Information Technology, and at
all ranks in Operations Research.
Individuals will be expected to teach at both the graduate and
undergraduate levels, publish, conduct research, and provide service to the
discipline and the community. Required Qualifications: An earned
doctorate in Industrial Engineering or closely related field; record of
outstanding scholarly publications; evidence of research proposal development
and funding; and excellent teaching and student mentorship ability, all
appropriate to rank. Desired Qualifications: Undergraduate degree
in engineering, computer science, or mathematical/physical science for both
positions. Also, for IS/IT position: Research capability in one or more
emerging area(s) such as bioinformatics, computer and information security,
health care information systems, real-time embedded control systems, RFID,
sustainability, or supply network integration and logistics; Information
Systems applications with an ability to bridge research disciplines within
Arizona State University. For OPERATIONS RESEARCH position: Research capability
(appropriate to rank) in optimization with interests in emerging areas such as
medical decision making, health care systems, bioinformatics, homeland
security, sustainability, or supply logistics. Applicants must send a letter of application
indicating the specific position applied for, current vita, names and addresses
of three references to: Chair Industrial Engineering Search Committee,
Department of Industrial Engineering, PO
Box 875906, Arizona
State University,
Tempe, AZ 85287-5906. Applications by facsimile or e-mail will not
be accepted. Applicants for Assistant
Professor must include a copy of their graduate transcript and statement of
research and teaching interests. Deadline: November 15, 2006; if not filled, weekly
thereafter until search is closed. A background check is required for
employment
[posted 10/16/06]
CARNEGIE MELLON
UNIVERSITY (www.me.cmu.edu). Carnegie Mellon’s Department of Mechanical Engineering invites
applications and nominations for multiple tenure-track faculty positions. Initial
appointments are anticipated to be made at the rank of Assistant Professor, but
appointments at the ranks of Associate Professor or full Professor are
available for candidates having commensurate experience. The search is
emphasizing faculty candidates having interest and expertise in any of the
following strategic research areas: design innovation; computational
engineering; nano-, micro-, and multi-scale engineering; mechanical engineering
in medicine and biology; and energy and the environment. An earned doctorate in
mechanical engineering or a closely-aligned field is required. Candidates are
expected to have demonstrated the ability to conduct research at the highest
level, and to have a record of, or the promise for, outstanding teaching and supervision
of students. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact
information for at least three professional references, and a statement
(limited to three pages) that describes research and educational interests, all
in hardcopy form, to: Professor Jonathan Wickert, Search Committee Chair,
Department of Mechanical Engineering , Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh,
PA 15213. No electronic submission. To
ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 31, 2007. [Posted 10/02/06]
NEW! COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY.
The
Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State
University invites
applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position
beginning Fall 2007. Exceptionally qualified applicants will be considered at
the Associate or Full Professor level. This is a full time position with a
nine-month appointment, beginning in the Fall term of 2007 or later. This
faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise
undergraduate and graduate students, develop an externally funded program that
includes support of graduate students, develop strong partnerships with the
energy and/or engines industries, and participate in appropriate professional
and University service activities. Successful candidates will have a strong
commitment to scholarship, the development of an externally funded research program, and teaching at the
undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants must have: An earned doctorate
(by August 2007) in engineering or a related science; research experience in
energy systems and/or internal combustion engines (that is, in the “application
of engineering and scientific principles to the solution of important problems
in energy production and utilization”); demonstrated ability or potential to
develop a funded research program that complements our existing programs in
energy and/or internal combustion engines; and the ability to teach
undergraduate and graduate courses in the Mechanical Engineering Department. Individuals
with expertise in one or more of the following areas or sub areas are
particularly encouraged to apply: Internal Combustion Engines--diesel
engines, engine / fuel interactions, emissions formation in diesel engines,
hybrid vehicle systems, exhaust aftertreatment; Biofuels--production of
cellulosic fuels (ethanol, butanol), pyrolysis-based fuels (producer gas,
syngas), fuel production from anerobic processes, thermal processing of
biodiesel fuels, characterization of biofuels, biofuel policy and/or economics,
biomass combustion, biomass cookstoves; Electric Power Systems--distributed
electric power generation, power generation from renewable sources, grid
stability issues, village power systems, power systems for underdeveloped
regions. [posted 10/23/06]
MIAMI UNIVERSITY. The Department of Mechanical &
Manufacturing Engineering at Miami
U. seeks applicants for a
tenure track position in mechanical and manufacturing engineering beginning
fall 2007. Applicants for the position are expected to teach courses in
topics related to mechanical engineering, conduct labs, conduct research,
perform service and advise students in the mechanical engineering program, the
manufacturing engineering program and the engineering management program with a
manufacturing focus. A Ph.D. in mechanical engineering is expected; ABDs will
be accepted, but the doctorate must be completed by the time of appointment.
Strong knowledge in materials, engineering science and thermal and fluid
systems are required. Industrial experience, teaching experience, and current
program of research are desired. To be appointed to the rank of associate
professor, the successful candidate will have an established record of
scholarship/research. To be considered, applicants must submit a letter of application,
a curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Errol
Gundler, Screening Committee Chair, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Department, Miami University, Oxford,
OH 45056.
(Phone: 513-529-0713, Fax:
513-529-0717, Email: EGRinfo@muohio.edu). Complete information on the position is
available on our web site: http://www.eas.muohio.edu/mme/Position-Announcements.html [posted 10/16/06]
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY (http://www.jobs.msstate.edu/) Req#2696. The Institute for Clean Energy Technology (ICET), located in the
Bagley College of Engineering is seeking nominations and applications for the
position of Director. The Director will be responsible for managing the assets
of the Institute and for maintaining and enhancing external funding. He/She
will be the primary contact for stakeholders and customers. The Director should
have an extensive knowledge of government and industrial funding sources and
possess strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Additionally, he/she will have demonstrated an ability to effectively manage a
large interdisciplinary organization and possess proven marketing and
networking abilities. The Director is expected to be familiar with financial
and strategic planning. It is also intended that the candidate for this
position will be appointed to an academic department with the title of Full
Professor; this position may include an Endowed Chair. Minimum requirements
include a Ph.D. in engineering, chemistry, physics, or closely related field
and ability to qualify for a tenure track faculty position in an academic
department. Qualifications commensurate with this appointment are required to
include a significant publication record in refereed journals (specialization
in energy and/or environmental systems), demonstrated leadership ability and
evidence of significant and long term external funding to include funding
obtained through competitive contracts. Candidates may apply by submitting a
cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of reference to Dr. Mark G.
White, Director of Search Committee, P.O.
Box 9595, Mississippi State, MS 39762.
Candidates must also complete the Personal Data Information Form on the MSU
employment website in order for their application to be complete. Review of
applicants will begin on November 13, 2006, and continue until the position is
filled. [posted 10/16/06]
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY (http://www.mie.neu.edu) The Department of Mechanical and Industrial
Engineering at Northeastern
University invites
applications and nominations for four tenure-track faculty positions beginning
in September 2007. Candidates will be expected to expand the department’s
research efforts and to develop an internationally recognized,
externally-funded research program. The first position is in the general area
of the thermal and fluid sciences with
emphasis on applications to energy systems or emerging technologies. The second
position is in the area of biomechanical
engineering with interest in biosolid mechanics, biomaterials
engineering, biological engineering, tissue engineering, or bio-nanotechnology.
The third and fourth positions are in the area of Applied Mechanics and Design with expertise in
microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), nanotechnology, mechanical design,
vibrations, continuum mechanics, or mechanical behavior of materials. A Ph.D.
in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required. Postdoctoral
research in either an academic or industrial setting is also desirable.
Successful candidates will be expected to develop research program and to excel
in teaching in both our undergraduate and graduate programs. Exceptional
candidates at the associate or full professor level will be considered for an
appointment with tenure. Contact: Professor John Cipolla (jwc@coe.neu.edu), Chair,
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, 334 Snell Engineering
Center, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA, Voice: (617)-373-3805,
Fax: (617)-373-2921 [Posted 10/16/06]
OHIO UNIVERSITY (http://www.ohio.edu/dual) invites candidates for two tenure-track
faculty positions:
Both
candidates’ research should address the cellular and molecular mechanisms of
disease and/or focus on the identification and development of novel biomedical
therapeutics (which includes drug delivery) or diagnostics. For the COM
position we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in
immunology/innate immunity and the relevance of either to disease expression.
Successful candidates will have opportunities to collaborate with researchers
focused on cancer, diabetes and related cardiovascular complications, obesity
or infectious diseases. The selected candidates will help to build the
new Master’s degree program in Biomedical Engineering (BME) and will be expected
to develop dynamic externally funded research programs. For the
engineering position, applicants must have a PhD in biomedical engineering or a
closely related discipline. The COM position is open to applicants with
PhD, DO, or MD degrees. Post-doctoral research experience is required and
salaries will be based on qualifications. Applications must be submitted
online. Review of applications will
begin on 12/01/06 and continue until positions are filled. Attach a CV
including contact information for 3 references, a statement of teaching
interests and a statement of research interests. Questions regarding the
positions can be directed to either Dr. Douglas Goetz (goetzd@ohio.edu), chair Biomedical Engineering search
committee or Dr. Leonard Kohn (lkohn1@rrohio.com), chair Biomedical Sciences search
committee. [posted 10/16/06]
RUTTGERS UNIVERSITY. The
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Rutgers University
invites applications from outstanding individuals to fill open faculty
positions in the areas of Design and Fluid Mechanics in Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering. Applicants are invited at all levels, particularly
tenure-track Assistant Professor. For the Design position, applicants
must have a demonstrated excellent research record and expertise in design
principles and applications in a field in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
These fields include, but are not limited to, large-scale system optimization,
multidisciplinary design optimization, reliability and risk analysis,
decision-based design, product family design, geometrical modeling and visualization,
virtual reality and rapid prototyping, kinematics, robotics/mechatronics, MEMS,
nanotechnology, and controls. Of particular interest are manufacturing and
materials and the application of design processes to this area. For the
Fluid Mechanics position, the successful applicant must have a demonstrated
excellent research record in any of the following and related areas: fluid
mechanics, multiphase flow, computational fluid dynamics, experimental fluid
mechanics, bio-fluid dynamics, and other basic and applied areas in fluid
mechanics. Of particular interest is fluid flow in materials processing and
devices. The successful candidates will have access to extensive laboratory
facilities, including dynamics/controls/mechatronics laboratory, a water
tunnel, rapid prototype manufacturing systems, advanced computer clusters, and
aerospace laboratories with subsonic and supersonic wind tunnels. Senior level
appointments with tenure, particularly at the Associate Professor level, will
be considered for applicants with appropriate accomplishments and stature. A
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics or a related
field is required. Post-doctoral academic or industrial experience in teaching
and research is desirable. Duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate
courses, supervising graduate research, and developing an externally funded
research program. An ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams and
collaborate with researchers in growth areas is strongly encouraged. Applicants
should send a curriculum vita, a brief statement of their interests that
includes their vision for their research and teaching, copies of two or three
publications, and complete contact information for at least three references,
to:
Faculty Search Committee, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Rutgers,
The State University of New Jersey, 98 Brett Road, Piscataway NJ 08854-8058. Review
of applicants will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the
position is filled. Further information on the Department of Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering is available at http://mechanical.rutgers.edu. [posted
10/23]
TEXAS A&M
UNIVERSITY. The Department of Mechanical
Engineering at Texas A&M has a tenure-track faculty position
in experimental fluid mechanics, primarily at the Assistant and Associate Professor
level. Candidates applying for this position are expected to have a strong
commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels, a
demonstrable research capability that will enable the candidate to develop an
externally funded independent research program, and publish in leading
scholarly journals. The successful candidate should be prepared to
collaborate with colleagues, develop new research initiatives, and participate
in on-going research projects. Relevant work experience is desirable.
Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely
related field. Applicants should submit a complete resume, a one-page
statement of research and teaching interests, and a list of three references
(including their postal addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses)
electronically via the departmental web site at: http://www.mengr.tamu.edu/Employment/employment.html If electronic submission is not possible,
applicants may submit their application package via mail to: Fluid Mechanics
Faculty Search Committee, c/o Dr. G. L. Morrison, Department of Mechanical
Engineering- 3123, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
77843-3123, Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. [Posted
10/02/06]
UNIVERSITY
OF NOTRE
DAME. Notre
Dame’s Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (www.nd.edu/~ame) is seeking nominations and
applications for the Dorini Family Chair
in Energy Studies. Appointment
will be at the level of tenured, full professor.
Candidates should have an earned doctorate in mechanical or aerospace engineering
or a related field and a strong record of recognized research and extramural
funding in areas related to energy science and technology. The
chair-holder will be an authority in the thermal-fluid sciences and their
application to energy conversion and utilization. General areas of interest
are related to non-renewable, as well as renewable, energy sources and their
efficient use and include, but are not
limited to, fossil fuel combustion for transportation and power generation; heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems;
advanced energy systems including, but not limited to, nuclear energy; fuel
cells; and solar and wind energy. Interest also exists in smart energy systems involving the use of embedded sensors
and controls. Applications from candidates with significant scholarly
accomplishments in engineering and scientific fields that can be related to
future energy needs will receive the strongest consideration. The
successful candidate will be expected to
enhance the visibility of energy research within the Department and the
University, develop internal and
external research collaborations, and provide leadership to ongoing research
efforts. The Chair will be expected to play a role in the recently
created Notre Dame Energy Center,
within the College
of Engineering.
Opportunities exist for interaction with faculty members in the Colleges of Engineering and
Science. The Chair will also be expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate
levels in the Department, to advise graduate students, and to serve on departmental and university
committees. Nominations,
letters of interest, or inquiries for additional information should be sent to
Prof. Stephen M. Batill, Chair, Department of Aerospace and Mechanical
Engineering, 365 Fitzpatrick Hall, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN,
46556. Email (batill@nd.edu) or phone (574-631-5433) responses are also
encouraged. [posted 10/09/06]
NEW! UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH. The Department of
Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Pittsburgh
invites applications for six tenure-track and tenured positions. Successful applicants should have
the ability to build an externally funded research program that contributes to
the existing strengths of our program while enhancing areas targeted for future
growth. We are seeking applicants from all areas of mechanical engineering and
materials science; candidates with research interests in nanomanufacturing, energy
systems, soft materials, sustainability, or active nanomaterials are
particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Materials
Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, and a demonstrated record
of excellence in teaching and research. Qualified applicants should send their
curriculum vitae, a statement of their research interests and teaching
philosophy, and the names and addresses of at least three references to: Chair,
Faculty Search Committee, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials
Science, 648 Benedum Hall, School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh,
Pittsburgh, PA 15261. Materials can also be submitted electronically to
Pitt_mems_search@engr.pitt.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2006, and will continue
until the positions are filled. [posted
10/23/06]
NEW! UNIVERSITY
OF SOUTH CAROLINA. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at U.
South Carolina seeks nominations and applications for the position of Chair for
their department. Qualified applicants for the position are
expected to have outstanding leadership and administrative skills, a strong
record of research performance, dedication to education, and credentials
commensurate with appointment as a full professor with tenure in the department. Nomination letters should include statements
regarding the nominee’s relevant credentials.
Applications should include a current resume, a statement of
professional interests and vision, and the names, affiliations, and contact
information (including email address and telephone number) of at least three
references. Nominations and applications
should be sent to Chair, Mechanical Engineering Chair Search Committee, Office
of the Dean, University of South Carolina, Swearingen
Engineering Building,
Columbia, SC
29208. Email: atkerson@engr.sc.edu, 803-777-7356, fax: 803-777-9597.
[posted 10/23/06]
NEW! University
of Texas - Pan American
(UTPA). The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Texas
- Pan American invites nominations and applications for two Assistant Professor
Position to begin in Fall 2007. Assistant Professor Position (F06/07-72)
required qualifications: A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (or related
areas such as materials science), a well defined plan to generate funded
research and a commitment to teaching and scholarship at the undergraduate and
graduate levels. Candidates with expertise in the areas of nanotechnology or
mechanical behavior of materials are particularly encouraged to apply. Salary
is competitive and commensurate with expertise and credentials. Assistant
Professor Position (F06/07-73) required qualifications: A Ph.D. in
Mechanical Engineering, a well-defined plan to generate funded research and a
commitment to teaching and scholarship at the undergraduate and graduate
levels. Candidates with expertise in the areas of mechanisms to include
kinematic synthesis and dynamic analysis are particularly encouraged to apply.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with expertise and credentials. UTPA
offers an ABET accredited BSME degree and a Master of Science in Mechanical
Engineering. Please send a letter of interest, current vita, names of three
references, research and teaching plans, and copies of transcripts to Dr. Hashim S.
Mahdi, Chair, Mechanical Engineering Department, The University of Texas - Pan
American, 1201 W. University Drive,
Edinburg, TX 78541. For program details
refer to www.mece.panam.edu. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
[posted 10/23/06]
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY.
Villanova’s Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for a
tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. Expertise is desired in
the area of solid mechanics with interests in emerging areas such as
biomechanics, advanced material modeling, computational mechanics,
nano-mechanics, and composite materials. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in
mechanical engineering or a closely related field and have excellent communication
skills. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a funded research
program and teach courses in mechanical engineering at the undergraduate and
graduate levels. Villanova emphasizes excellence in research and teaching and
has three interdisciplinary research centers in the College of Engineering.
Details on the Mechanical Engineering Department and College of Engineering
can be found at: http://engineering.villlanova.edu.
Applicants should submit a resume, a one-page
statement of research and teaching interests, and a list of three references
with contact information electronically via the address: mechanics.search@villanova.edu
Otherwise, submit application to: Chair, Mechanics Search, Committee,
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Villanova University, Villanova, PA 19085
[Posted 10/02/06]
UNIVERSITY
OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at U.
Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for a position at the Assistant,
Associate, or Full Professor level in the areas of multi-phase flow and/or
nano-technology. Preference will
be given to candidates with an outstanding record of research and extramural
funding. Responsibilities include
teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, advising graduate students and
developing a strong extramurally funded research program. A
Ph.D or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
is required. In addition,
applicants must have at least one of the degrees in Mechanical Engineering. Please submit a detailed paper resume, a
statement of teaching and research interests, and names of four references to:
Dr. Tien-Chien Jen, Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of
Wisconsin-Milwaukee, P.O. Box 784,
Milwaukee, WI 53201.
Applications will be reviewed beginning
January 19, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. For further information please visit http://www.uwm.edu/CEAS/ UWM is
an AA/EO employer. [Posted 10/02/06]
WEST
VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY. WVU’s College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, Department of
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, anticipates filling one Post Doctoral
Research position with specialty in the area of Bio Fluids Engineering. A
doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
Knowledge and experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Grid Generation
and Computer Programming is required. The prospective candidate should have
experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics, Turbulence Modeling, Multi-Phase
Flows and Numerical Analysis. Experience and/or interest in Experimental Fluid
Dynamic (EFD), specifically PIU is desirable. Initial appointment starting
November 1, 2006, and continue through October 31, 2009, subject to
availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with
qualifications. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled. 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 Ismail.Celik@mail.wvu.edu. For more
information, visit the Department website at http://www.mae.cemr.wvu.edu.
[Posted 10/02/06]
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