OSU
MECHANICAL, INDUSTRIAL, & MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN
Week of
November 19, 2007
Wishing you a happy and relaxing Thanksgiving, with
safe travels to and from!
BULLETIN SECTIONS—QUICK LINKS
Upcoming Events
MIME Seminars
Miscellaneous
Announcements
Scholarships
and Fellowships
Job and
Internship Postings—Students
Faculty
and Post-Doc Positions
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ME Student Kudos
Congratulations
to Mechanical Engineering graduates Ruander
Cardenas, Douglas Heymann and Jordan Young for placing 2nd
in the ASME International Young Engineers Paper Competition for fluids
engineering. As one of the five finalist teams in this competition, Cardenas, Heyman, and Young presented their senior-project–based
paper, “Non-Intrusive Unilateral Measurements of Void Incidence” (Dr. James
Liburdy and Dr. Deborah Pence, advisors), at last week’s 2007 ASME
International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition in Seattle. The other
four finalist teams came from Clemson, Iowa State, Purdue, and Union College.
Cardenas, Heyman, and Young’s paper will also be
published in the IMECE conference proceedings. Again, congratulations!
Mat Sci Faculty Kudos
Dr. Brady Gibbons and Dr. David
Cann, along with Dr. Tom Plant from EECS, have recently been awarded
$100,000 to study novel metal oxide-based heterojunctions
for selective gas sensors. The program is being funded via the Army Research
Laboratory Nanocenter recently established at the
University of Oregon. Initial work in Professor Cann’s group on bulk ceramic
devices showed significant potential to selectively detect specific gases (analytes) in the presence of background gases (a limitation
on current sensor technology). In this program, Dr. Cann will extend this work
to specifically include the detection of nerve gas agents and Dr. Gibbons will
develop techniques to “microstructurally engineer”
these sensors in thin film architectures to increase their sensitivity and
optimize the response of the devices. For more information please contact Dr.
David Cann at 737.9623 or Dr. Brady Gibbons at 737.2427.
UPCOMING
EVENTS
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This
Week…
Mon Nov 19: Formula SAE Team Meeting. 6 pm, SAE
shop in the basement of Rogers Hall (room 132). All OSU students are welcome.
For more information, contact Bill Murray at murrayw@onid.orst.edu.
Mon Nov 19: EWB
Project Meeting. 6:30 pm, STAG 109. Agenda: We'll be having a workshop
regarding First Aid training followed by a geographic orientation of the
communities we're working with in El Salvador. After the general meeting, the
travelers will be discussing in-country leadership rolew
and decision-making processes. Hope to see you all there!
Tues Nov 20: MIME
Graduate Communications Seminar. 12–1 pm, Rogers 226. Dr. Belinda Batten, Professor and MIME School
Head, will present a session on “Proposal
Writing and Elevator Speeches.” All MIME graduate students and faculty are
welcome and encouraged to attend. Sandwich fixings provided.
Tues Nov 20: OSU Distinguished Professor Lecture: "Physical Activity and the
Health of Persons with Disabilities: An Imperative for Change." Presented by Jeff McCubbin,
2007 OSU Distinguished Professor of Exercise Science. 1:30-2:30 pm, MU
Journey Room.
Tues Nov 20: Microgravity
Flight Team Meeting. 6 pm, KEC 1005. All students welcome. Visit our web
site at http://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/microgravity.
Tues Nov 20: Film
showing: Who Killed
the Electric Car? 7:30 pm, OSU
Student Sustainability Center (738 SW 15th Street). Free
popcorn!
Wed Nov 21: “Non-Newtonian
Viscosity of Zr41.2Ti13.8Cu12.5Ni10Be22.5,
Zr57Cu15.4Ni12.6Al10Nb5
and Pd43Ni10Cu27P20 Bulk Metallic
Glass Forming Liquids and the Ordering and Shear-Rate Induced Crystallization
of Under-cooled Zr41.2Ti13.8Cu12.5Ni10.0Be22.5
Metallic Glass Forming Melt.” By Prashant Wadhwa, candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in
Materials Science, Oregon State University. 9 am, Rogers 226.
Wed Nov 21: Baja
SAE Team Meeting. 6 pm, Rogers 230. All OSU students are welcome. For more
information, contact Nick Purdy at purdyn@onid.orst.edu.
Plan
Ahead...
Mon Nov 26: OSU Distinguished Professor Lecture: "Microbes to the Rescue: Field,
Modeling and Laboratory Studies on the In-situ Clean-up of Hazardous
Waste Sites Contaminated with Chlorinated Solvents." Presented by Lew Semprini,
2007 OSU Distinguished Professor of Environmental Engineering. 1:30-2:30 pm, MU
Journey Room.
Tues Nov 27: First ME 101 Space Elevator Design Showcase: Sky-Hook
Sculpture Racing. 6–9 pm, Kelley Engineering Center atrium.
Thurs Nov 29: ME
382 Design Contest: “Winrobo—An
Automated Window Washing Robot
.” 6 pm, Milam Hall.
Tues Dec 4:
President’s Winter Coffee. 9:30–11
am, Memorial Union Lounge. President and Mrs. Ed Ray invite OSU faculty, staff
and students to take a break from finals week for holiday treats, gourmet
coffee and other drinks.
Wed Dec 12: Introduction to National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI)
Community-building Model. 1:00–4:00
pm, MU Leadership Center. The OSU Campus Coalition Builders invite you to a
presentation specifically designed to introduce participants to the theory and
philosophy behind the NCBI community-building model. Interactive exercises and
plenty of time for questions and answers will be built into the workshop Pre-register by contacting Jodi Nelson at jodi.nelson@oregonstate.edu.
Sat Feb 16,
2008: 3rd annual OSU College
of Engineering Ball. Kelley Engineering Center Atrium.
MIME SEMINARS
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Tues
Nov 20: MIME Graduate Communications
Seminar. 12–1 pm, Rogers 226. Dr. Belinda Batten, Professor and MIME School
Head, will present a session on “Proposal
Writing and Elevator Speeches.” All MIME graduate students and faculty are
welcome and encouraged to attend. Sandwich fixings provided..
Wed
Nov 21: “Non-Newtonian Viscosity of Zr41.2Ti13.8Cu12.5Ni10Be22.5,
Zr57Cu15.4Ni12.6Al10Nb5
and Pd43Ni10Cu27P20 Bulk Metallic
Glass Forming Liquids and the Ordering and Shear-Rate Induced Crystallization
of Under-cooled Zr41.2Ti13.8Cu12.5Ni10.0Be22.5
Metallic Glass Forming Melt.” By Prashant Wadhwa, candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science,
Oregon State University. 9 am, Rogers 226
No Friday
Faculty–Grad seminar this week.
MISCELLANEOUS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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School-wide…
Order your MIME Polos today! The IME Alpha
Pi Mu and ME Pi Tau Sigma honor societies are selling polo shirts for the
School of Mechanical, Industrial, & Manufacturing Engineering. These
are great for wearing to OSU events, career fairs, and job interviews,
or for a night out on the town! They also make great holiday gifts! The
polos are available in both black and white. They cost $20 for sizes Small
through XL; larger sizes cost a few dollars more. You can see a picture of
the polos in Rogers 204. To order a polo, stop
by Rogers 204 and fill out an order form. To guarantee your order, you
must also bring a check made out to either Pi Tau Sigma (if you are an ME) or
Alpha Pi Mu (if you are an IME). The deadline to order polos is Friday of dead week, November
30th. You will
receive your polo at the beginning of winter term. If you have questions
about the polos or order process, please contact Jaime Junell at junellj@onid.orst.edu or Cam Follas at follasc@onid.orst.edu.
Also Announcing IME and ME
Engineering T-shirt Design Competitions! Alpha Pi Mu and Pi Tau Sigma are
hosting design competitions for 2007–08 IME and ME T-shirts. Your design
should be creative, catchy, and of course IME- or ME-related. (MEs, please
avoid gear motifs.) Single-color designs preferred. Email IME designs (PDF format) to Cameron Follas, follasc@onid.orst.edu . Email ME
designs (PDF format) to Jaime Junell, junellj@onid.orst.edu.
All design entries are due by Friday, January 11, 2008 (first Friday of winter term). Prize: The winner of each competition will receive two free
t-shirts.
Undergraduate
Teaching Assistants needed for ENGR 248 winter term! Applications are now being accepted for undergraduate
teaching assistants for ENGR 248, Engineering Graphics and 3-D Modeling, for
winter term 2008. Responsibilities include teaching Solidworks in laboratories , grading student work, and holding weekly
office hours. The weekly time commitment is estimated to range from five to
seven hours per week per laboratory section. Pay starts at $7.95 per hour.
Currently, the following laboratory sections are scheduled for winter term: 011
(Tues 2–3:50 pm); 012 (Tues 4–5:50 pm); 013 (Thurs 4–5:50 pm); 014 (Fri 2–3:50
pm); 015 Fri 10–11:50 am). To apply, send an e-mail to Dr. Ken Funk, MIME
Assoc. Head, at <funkk@engr.orst.edu>. The e-mail should (1) summarize the applicant's
qualifications, including relevant courses, projects, and work experience; (2)
specify the number of lab sections to which the applicant would like to be
assigned; (3) identify those lab sections the applicant could run; and (4)
include a current resume as an attachment. Applications will be accepted until
all positions are filled, but preference
may be given to those applications received on or before Mon 26 November.
FE EXAM APPLICATION DUE DATE HAS BEEN MOVED UP. We hope that many of you will be
taking the April 2008 Fundamentals of Engineering examination. Applications for
this exam are available at http://www.osbeels.org/fset_fefls_edu.htm
and we have received word that they are due December 1, 2007 (not January 15 as in previous years). While the
Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS)
has not yet made this change widely known, and has indicated that they will
accept applications postmarked by January 15, 2008, we nonetheless urge you to get your
application in by December 1st to avoid any
possible complications.
IF YOU’RE TAKING THE FE EXAM, TAKE
THE FE REVIEW COURSE FIRST! The OSU FE Review Course,
sponsored by the IIE–OSU student chapter, takes place during weeks 1–8 of Winter
Term. To register for the course, come to Covell
117 between 9 am and noon on Monday, Nov 26, Wednesday, Nov 28, or Friday, Nov.
30th. The course fee, payable at the time of registration, is $75
(cash or checks accepted). For more information about the FE exam, review
course, and study materials, and registration, visit http://oregonstate.edu/groups/iie/fe-review-course-information-page/.
Other questions? Contact Adam Eriksen
at eriksena@onid.orst.edu or Chauna Roberts at robercha@onid.orst.edu.
Welcoming Diversity . . . Valuing the
Differences Among Us. You are invited to attend a day-long workshop on community building. During this
workshop, on February 8, 2008, 8:30-4:30, MU 206, OSU's team of
National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI)-trained facilitators will lead
participants through a series of interactive exercises and conversations to
assist them in identifying and understanding the impact of oppression and
oppressive behaviors on themselves and others. Participants will be introduced
to skills that can empower them to become more effective leaders and allies for
others. Workshop Workshop
participants will be trained to: Identify misinformation we have learned about others; Identify
and express pride in groups we belong to; Understand how other groups
experience mistreatment; Identify the personal impact of incidents of
discrimination; and Interrupt prejudicial remarks. Pre-registration is required for this workshop. To earn a credit for this workshop, register for ALS 199, CRN 24764. Non-credit
participants should register by contacting Jodi Nelson at jodi.nelson@oregonstate.edu.
MIME MACHINE
SHOP NOW ON EXTENDED HOURS. The MIME machine shop is now
open until 8:45 pm on Wednesday & Thursday. The shop is closed for ME 250
classes Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri 10 am–noon and Wed 3–5 pm. We are also closed
for IME classes on Tues 2–4 pm, Wed 8–10 am, and Fri noon–2 pm.
Grad Students/Faculty/Staff
WINTER TERM
GRAD COURSE: “SUCCESS IN THE COLLEGE CLASSROOM” (MB 699, CRN #
24561, 2 credits, Thurs 11 am—12:50 pm, Nash Hall 404, Instructor: Janine Trempy). Do you aspire to teach at the college/university
level? If so, then consider this interactive/discussion course as an
opportunity to learn essential techniques, formats and activities conducive to
success in the college classroom! In this graduate
course we will cover topics such as: ♦Syllabus design and articulating
learning outcomes, ♦Understanding different pedagogy, ♦Crafting an
engaging lecture, ♦Developing learner centered activities,
♦Teaching to different learning styles, ♦Teaching students to think
and write in the disciplines, ♦Assessing students’ learning in progress,
♦Test construction/preparing students for tests, ♦Crafting teaching
philosophies, ♦Engaging students in the learning process, and
♦Evaluating and documenting teaching effectiveness.
OSU
GRAD SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS LISTING.
A complete listing of scholarships and fellowships
administered by the OSU Graduate School is available at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/OSUGradFellowshipTable08-09.doc. If you are eligible to apply for one of these
fellowships and are interested in doing so, please talk to GPC Chair Dr.
Logendran (IME) or Dr. Cann (ME) first, and plan on submitting the completed
application to your GPC Chair at least one week before the nominations are due
at the Graduate School.
PHYLLIS LEE
AWARD NOMINATIONS SOLICITED. The Phyllis S. Lee Award,
named in honor of Dr. Phyllis S. Lee, former Director of the Office of
Multicultural Affairs (now the Office of Community and Diversity), recognizes a
member of the Oregon State University community who exemplifies Dr. Lee's
commitment to social justice and the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Award criteria and nomination process information are available at http://oregonstate.edu/diversity/mlk.html. Nomination deadline: November 30, 2007.
CTL Innovation Grants: CALL FOR
APPLICATIONS. The Center for Teaching and
Learning, in cooperation with the Office of Academic Affairs &
International Programs, is offering innovation grants of up to $3000 for
projects supporting and improving teaching and student learning. Applications
are due Friday, November 30, at 5 p.m., to the Center for Teaching and
Learning, Waldo Hall, Room 116. For grant description and application, go to http://oregonstate.edu/ctl and click on grants.
SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, AND
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ATTENTION ALL MIME GRAD STUDENTS: A complete listing
of scholarships and fellowships administered by the OSU Graduate School is available
at http://me.oregonstate.edu/news/bulletins/OSUGradFellowshipTable08-09.doc. If you are eligible to apply for one of these
fellowships and are interested in doing so, please talk to GPC Chair Dr.
Logendran (IME) or Dr. Cann (ME) first, and plan on submitting the completed
application to your GPC Chair at least one week before the nominations are due
at the Graduate School.
ATTENTION ALL
MIME UNDERGRADS: Please note that the College of
Engineering has moved the scholarship application deadline to February 1
(previously April 10). Online applications will be available on December
1 and remain open through February 1. We have selected this new date for two
reasons: (1) to coincide with the University deadline,
and (2) to inform students of scholarship awards in a more timely manner.
Please watch your email for a link to the online scholarship application form
starting December 1.
Air Force
Summer Faculty Fellowship Program (SFFP). To apply online, visit http://www.asee.org/sffp. Application deadline is November 30.
Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young
Professionals (CBYX) is currently
accepting applications for the 2008–09 program year. This
is a unique work/study scholarship program to Germany with a strong focus on
cultural exchange. For more information, or to complete an application
online, visit www.cdsintl.org/cbyx. The application deadline is
December 1, 2007.
Educational Testing Service (ETS) Fellowship and Internship Programs in
Research and Development.
The Educational Testing
Service (ETS) Fellowship and Internship Programs in Research and Development
are designed to promote quality and distinction in educational measurement and
related fields as well as to encourage original and significant research for
scholars and graduate students. Information and application instructions are
available at http://www.ets.org/research/fellowships.html. The deadline for applying for the summer internship and postdoctoral
fellowship programs is February 1, 2008. The deadlines for applying for the
Harold Gulliksen program are December 3, 2007 for the
preliminary nomination materials and February 1, 2008 for the final application
materials.
National
Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program (NDSEG). This fellowship program is sponsored by the Army
Research Office, Office of Naval Research, Air Force Office of Scientific
Research and the DoD High Performance Computing Modernization Program. This
program is intended for U.S. citizens at or near the beginning of their
doctoral studies in science or engineering programs. The fellowships are for
three year tenures and include full tuition and fees, a competitive stipend,
and a health insurance allowance. The application deadline is January 7,
2008. Go to http://www.asee.org/ndseg for applications and detailed program information.
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION OVERSEAS
STUDY/RESEARCH SUMMER PROGRAM FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS. The NSF East Asia and Pacific Summer Institutes (EAPSI) program offers
U.S. graduate students in science and engineering a unique opportunity to
study abroad with foreign researchers
(in Australia, China, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, or Taiwan) for 8
weeks during the summer. In 2008, the EAPSI awards will include a stipend of
$5,000, an allowance for international travel, and support to attend a
pre-departure orientation in Washington, DC. Foreign co-sponsoring
organizations will provide additional support to cover EAPSI students' living
expenses abroad. For more information about this program, visit the EAPSI
website at http://www.nsf.gov/eapsi. Application deadline for EAPSI 2008 is December
12, 2007.
NAVAL
RESEARCH LABORATORY (NRL) POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM is open to US citizens and legal permanent residents and offers a
competitive stipend as well as insurance, relocation, and travel
allowances. This program offers 1–3-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.
Office of Naval Research (ONR)
Summer Faculty Research Program. The ONR sponsors the Summer Faculty Research Program (SFRP) for
US citizens who hold teaching or research appointments at US colleges and
universities. These programs provide an opportunity for science and engineering
faculty members to participate in research of mutual interest to the faculty
member and professional peers at US Navy laboratories. To learn more about the program,
and to apply, please visit our web site at http://www.asee.org/summer. If you have further questions
please email onrsummer@asee.org. The application
deadline for the 2008 Summer Faculty Research Program is December 4, 2007.
Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation (SMART)
ScholarshipS. The Dept. of Defense (DOD) SMART Scholarship for
Service Program offers our nation's research leaders of tomorrow not only an
education, but rewarding career opportunities. Applications for the SMART
Scholarship for the 2008-2009 academic year are now being
accepted (through December 14). Visit the website for an application at http://www.asee.org/smart/index.cfm. All applicants are required to submit applications online by 5:00 p.m.
EST, December 14, 2007. All
materials must be submitted electronically or received by this deadline.
The Madison
and Lila Self Graduate Fellowship is available at the University of Kansas for individuals who intend to
pursue a doctorate in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, business,
economics, or biological and pharmaceutical sciences. This highly selective
four-year fellowship offers a $24,000 annual stipend, covers full tuition
and fees, and provides a unique professional development program. The total
value of the four-year fellowship exceeds $135,000. We're looking for U.S.
citizens who have a vision, the ability to set and achieve goals, leadership
potential, and a strong work ethic. Self Fellows demonstrate initiative and a
passion for achievement and lifelong learning. In short, we're looking for
tomorrow's leaders. Self Fellows participate in a development program that
provides general education and training in communication, management, and
leadership, complementing the specialized education and training provided in
their Ph.D. programs.. A detailed description of the
fellowship can be found at http://www.ku.edu/~selfpro.
US NAVY
NUCLEAR PROPULSION OFFICER CANDIDATE PROGRAM. The US Navy is looking for Engineers, Scientists and Mathematics majors
to become officers in the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) program.
This program offers qualified individuals unique technical training,
exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to join the elite group of Naval Officers
responsible for the operation of the Navy's nuclear propelled submarines and
aircraft carriers. If you are a U.S.
citizen, attending or have graduated from an accredited college or university
in the United States or United States Territory, less than 29 years of age, and
can meet basic physical requirements, you may already be qualified. For some programs, you may apply as early as
your sophomore year after completing one academic year of calculus and one academic
year of calculus-based physics. If you
are interested the Navy will pay you as an E-6 for up to 30 months to go to
school. While you are going to school you are paid to get good grades and stay
in shape. There is also a large sign-on bonus. After you finish school you will
be trained as a Nuclear Officer and become qualified to drive a submarine or
surface ship. There is no closing date. For more
information contact Lieutenant Clay Johnson at 503.347.2133.
Research
Internships
ACS Supplements
for Underrepresented Minority Research (SUMR). ACS SUMR
stipends of up to $3500 are available to undergraduate students of African-American,
Hispanic/Latino, and Native American descent to work in Dr. Brady Gibbons' lab
in the summer of 2008. For more information please contact Dr. Gibbons at
737.2427, brady.gibbons@oregonstate.edu, or http://mime.oregonstate.edu/research/gibbons. The application deadline is November
30, 2007.
NASA RESEARCH
PROGRAM. The NASA Undergraduate Student
Research Program (USRP) is managed by the Virginia Space Grant Consortium and
places students at 12 NASA centers and the Los Alamos National Laboratory. This highly competitive program is a paid
technical research internship and has summer, fall and spring sessions. For program and application information, go
to http://education.nasa.gov/usrp.
Naval Research Enterprise Intern Program (NREIP). The American Society for Engineering Education
(ASEE) is now administering NREIP, sponsored by the Office of Naval Research
(ONR). NREIP is a ten week summer research opportunity for undergraduate
Juniors & Seniors, and Graduate students, under the guidance of a mentor,
at a participating Navy Laboratory. The stipend amounts for the program are
$5,500 for undergraduate students and $6,500 for graduate students. U.S.
citizenship required; Permanent residents accepted at certain labs. Application deadline is January 14, 2008. Go to: http://www.asee.org/nreip.
JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS—MIME
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The following listings were generated from the MIME
Jobs and Internships Web site at http://ie.oregonstate.edu/MIMEjobboard/.
For additional job and internship
listings, visit http://me.oregonstate.edu/students/jobs/.
Jobs
COLUMBIA
AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURING - Liaison Engineer 1. The Liaison Engineer is the front line contact between Manufacturing and
Engineering regarding production issues requiring engineering input or resolution.
Within established guidelines and capability, the Liaison Engineer personally
dispositions Non Conformance Reports and assures a timely transfer of
information between Manufacturing and Engineering. More ...
COMPRESSION
ENGINEERING CORPORATION - Mechanical Engineer, Industrial
Energy Analysis. Energy analysis engineer, industrial process
machinery. Entry-level position. Perform field
data-logging, system evaluations, baseline modeling, efficiency measure
development, and report writing. More ...
ESCO CORPORATION
- Design Engineer. ESCO Corporation, a global company with
operations around the world, is seeking qualified candidates for the position
of Design Engineer located in Portland, Oregon. As a member of the ESCO design
team, you will be using advanced tools for 3-D product design (Cad-Unigraphics)
and Database Management (Agile-ORACLE). This position 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. More ...
MANAGEMENT
RECRUITERS OF SACRAMENTO - Manufacturing, Mechanical,
Industrial Engineers. The recent dynamic growth of this well established
manufacturing company in the recycling industry has created several exciting
career opportunities for mechanical, manufacturing and design engineers, as
well as individuals with backgrounds in robotics, plant management and project
engineering. More ...
PCC STRUCTURALS,
INC. - Development Dimensional Engineer. Incumbent will
develop/establish controls for the dimensional quality of castings; identify
root causes of dimensional problems; implement corrective actions to ensure
cost-effective and robust casting process free of customer concession activity;
communicate technical issues to internal and external contacts. More ...
RADISPHERE CORP.
- Mechanical Engineer I, Eugene OR. Mechanical Engineer
for Manufacturing Tooling Design: Conceptualize, design, and build medium scale
manufacturing tooling in high-tech industry while working with a dedicated
team. Will require cross-functional team player with good
communication skills, professional work habits, and the ability to work
independently. More ...
ROGERS MACHINERY
COMPANY, INC. - Sales Engineer/Systems Auditor. Entry
level sales representative for work in the compressed air sales and systems
auditing industry. Industrial machinery experience is desired, including
background and knowledge of electrical and mechanical sales. The qualified
candidate will be able to display a professional business image, an outgoing
personality and a positive attitude. Salary is dependent upon experience and
background. More ...
Company Internships
BOEING COMPANY - Industrial Engineering Intern. The internship program begins at the
conclusion of Junior academic year to engage students in specific work
assignments as well as group activities throughout the summer. Full internship
description can be found in the "Interns and Grads" section of the
Employment pages on the Boeing Web site (www.boeing.com), requisition #
07-1019324. More ...
OPTICAL SHORT
COURSE INTERNATIONAL INC. - Mechnical
Engineering. Mechanical Engineering intern to work on mechanical design and
packaging of optical instruments that are used in high-tech medical and
consumer electronics applications. More ...
OPTICAL SHORT
COURSE INTERNATIONAL INC. - New Product Development Internship.
We are currently seeking 1−2 interns to assist in research and create
technical presentations on high-brightness LEDs for new product development. We
are looking for students in the following areas of study:
-Electrical Engineering
-Physics
-Material Science
-Mechanical Engineering
More ...
FACULTY AND POST-DOC
POSITIONS
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Note: Check for additional
mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering positions on two ASEE web
sites:
§ Prism classified section—http://www.asee.org/publications/prism/classifieds/index.cfm?categoryID=2
§ Women in
Engineering Division job site—http://www.bagley.msstate.edu/WIED/jobs.html
BUCKNELL
UNIVERSITY. The Mechanical Engineering
Department at Bucknell University seeks quality applicants for one or more
temporary faculty positions starting in the academic year 2008-2009. The
positions may be extended beyond one year; reappointment would be subject to
satisfactory performance. We anticipate that there will be a need for faculty
with teaching ability in applied mechanics and for faculty with teaching
ability in thermal–fluids. Design experience in either of these areas would be
an advantage. We are seeking individuals with an enthusiasm for teaching and
with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to students. Preference will be given to
candidates who can teach a broad range of mechanical engineering subjects, have
the potential to instruct in a hands-on laboratory environment, and have a
familiarity with basic instrumentation. The successful candidate(s) must have a
Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline and preferably
an accredited undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent). Clear evidence of potential for
excellent teaching is essential. A strong interest in continued professional
development is both encouraged and desirable. Candidates with an interest in
and potential for teaching and interacting effectively with students having
diverse backgrounds and perspectives are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must apply for the position by going to www.bucknell.edu/jobs and submitting an
application letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy,
scholarly goals and interests, and e-mail addresses for three references.
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received until the
positions are filled. [posted
11/12]
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY. Northwestern
University, Evanston, IL, is currently soliciting applications and nominations
for four faculty positions in the McCormick School of Engineering:
§
Manufacturing or Dynamics/Control
§
Mechanics of Materials and Structures
§
Faculty Position in Segal Design Institute
§
Assistant Chair of Mechanical Engineering
Complete
position announcements and application procedures can be found at the above
links or http://www.mech.northwestern.edu/hiring/. [posted 11/19]
The
Pennsylvania State University. The Harold
and Inge Marcus Department of Industrial and
Manufacturing Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track IME position at the Assistant
Professor level. We seek an outstanding
individual working in traditional and/or emerging areas of industrial
engineering. Candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate
courses, establish and lead an innovative research program, supervise graduate
students, pursue external funding opportunities, and provide service to the
University. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the Department (http://www.ie.psu.edu) and College (http://www.engr.psu.edu) websites to
learn more. The start date is Fall 2008. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in
industrial engineering or a closely related field and have excellent verbal and
written communication skills. Interested applicants should submit: (1) a cover
letter, (2) a Curriculum Vitae, (3) a one-page research statement, (4) a
one-page teaching statement, (5) a one-page summary of your dissertation
research, (6) copies of up to three of your recent publications, if available,
(7) a copy of your graduate school transcript, and (8) three letters of
reference. Applicant screening will begin on January 7, 2008 and continue until
the position is filled. Please direct questions and send applications - by
email or hardcopy - to the Search Committee Chair: Professor Timothy W.
Simpson, Harold and Inge Marcus Department of
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University,
310 Leonhard Building, University Park, PA 16802 USA. Phone/fax: (814)
863-7136/4745. Email: tws8@psu.edu. [posted 11/12]
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS–FORT SMITH. The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith's academic reorganization takes
effect in the 2008-2009 academic year, therefore, the university seeks a
visionary and energetic leader to be the founding Dean of the
College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Reporting directly to the Provost/Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic
Affairs, the Dean is expected to provide leadership and advocacy in a collegial
and collaborative manner. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must demonstrate that they
possess an earned doctorate in one of the disciplines represented in UA Fort
Smith's College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math; a record of
excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship commensurate with the
preferable appointment as Full Professor; experience as an academic
administrator at the level of dean, associate dean, department head, or
equivalent; a commitment to shared governance and collaboration; a commitment
to diversity; success in the generation of external funding (fund raising,
grant writing, and/or contracts); success in curriculum development, program
expansion, student recruitment and retention, faculty recruitment and
development, and fiscal management; and
excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. In compliance
with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to
work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire. Other job related
education and/or experience may be substituted for part of these requirements.
SALARY: The Dean's salary is nationally competitive. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications
and experience. BENEFITS: Competitive benefits package available including
health, dental, life, and income protection plans; excellent retirement
benefits; liberal leave plan; flex benefit plan; and tuition benefits for
employee and family. DEADLINE: Open until filled. To ensure full consideration,
application materials should be submitted by January 7, 2008. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit a letter of
application discussing the required qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the
contact information for five current references to: Search Committee, c/o Human
Resources, UA Fort Smith, 5210 Grand Avenue,
Fullerton Administration Building, Room 239 or PO Box 3649, Fort Smith,
AR 72913-3649 or by e-mail to: jobs@uafortsmith.edu. Electronic
submission is encouraged. (Finalists will be required to submit an employment
application.) [posted
11/12]
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