OSU MECHANICAL, INDUSTRIAL, &
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING E-BULLETIN
Week of December 11, 2006
BULLETIN SECTIONS—QUICK LINKS
Miscellaneous Announcements
Scholarships and Fellowships
Job and Internship Postings—ME & IME
Students
Faculty and Post-Doc Positions
About this E-Bulletin
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Departments-wide…
ADDITIONAL
“DESIGNING FOR LEAD FREE” WORKSHOP SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY. Due to the high level of interest
in this workshop, the Oregon Chapter of SMTA has agreed to sponsor a
training day in January to help accommodate OSU students who might be
interested in attending. The session
will be held on January 10, 2007! The time will be 9 am–5pm. The workshop will take place in the Portland area. Local companies have agreed to sponsor
students to attend this training, so there is no cost to the student. To
receive a sponsor for this training, however, you must be a member of the OSU
Student SMTA chapter. Student memberships $5, and you can join on-line at www.smta.org. If you
are interested in attending this training session, please e-mail IME Professor
Toni Doolen (toni.doolen@oregonstate.edu) by 12/11/07. Dr. Doolen will arrange for transportation
from OSU to the class. If you have
questions about the event or SMTA membership, feel free to call at 737-5641.
NASA ANNOUNCES 2006-07 AERONAUTICS
COMPETITION FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS. The
Fundamental Aeronautics Program of the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate
at NASA Headquarters is pleased to announce this year’s aeronautics competition
for the 2006-07 academic year. For this year’s competition, students are
invited to propose solutions for complex technical problems in hypersonic and
supersonic flight; subsonic fixed and rotary wing transport; or Mars entry,
descent, and landing. Some of these challenges occur in Earth's atmosphere,
others occur in space. Individuals, small (<10-person), and larger
undergraduate/graduate student teams are all invited to participate.
Multi-disciplinary, multi-department teams are encouraged. College entries are
due in late April. For competition details, visit http://aero.larc.nasa.gov/competitions_univ.htm.
Grad
Students/Faculty/Staff
ASME ESSENTIAL TEACHING SEMINAR: REGISTER
NOW! Advance registration is now open for the Essential Teaching Seminar to
be held February 1–3, 2007, at Texas
A&M University. The intensive ASME Essential Teaching
Seminars for Engineering Faculty have helped over 400 faculty and graduate
students in technical disciplines hone their teaching skills in a collegial,
peer-critique environment, and learn from the latest best practices in teaching
and learning. Essential Teaching
Seminars are appropriate for new faculty, experienced faculty interested in
strengthening their teaching and lecturing skills (and improving student
evaluations!), and graduate students preparing for a career in academia.
Each seminar is limited to 30 participants, and spaces fill quickly. Essential Teaching Seminars website:
http://www.asme.org/Education/College/Faculty/Essential_Teaching_Seminars.cfm. Register
by December 15 to receive the early bird discount!
CALL FOR HONORARY DOCTORATE DEGREE
NOMINATIONS. The Faculty Recognition and Awards Committee is seeking
nominations for the Honorary Doctorate degree. Nominees should be distinguished
educators, scholars, scientists, business people, creative artists, reformers,
or humanitarians whose accomplishments are recognized as "making a difference"
well beyond the bounds of their formal discipline; that is, to the broader
audience of society both nationally and internationally. Their recognition is
intended to honor them as individuals and also to contribute to the stature and
visibility of Oregon
State University.
Note: While OSU emeritus faculty are technically eligible to be nominated to
receive an honorary doctorate, their "impact" must be of
extraordinary social significance to be considered for this honor. Conferral
upon "one of our own" will occur in only the rarest of circumstances.
Nominations should include the following:
§
A letter of nomination identifying the
individual, affiliation (complete address), and area of achievement
§
A brief (approximately two pages) biography of the
nominee, including a clear explanation of the broad significant contributions
to society of the nominee, and a description of the area(s) of achievement
which clearly conveys what the impact of the accomplishments has been.
Note: All
nominations are to be considered confidential. In particular, nominations
should not be discussed with the nominee! This is an important function for Oregon State
University and an
opportunity to recognize outstanding contributions by individuals and
disciplines. Nominations should be sent
to Vickie Nunnemaker, Faculty Senate Office, by Friday, January 12, 2007.
UPCOMING NSF-SPONSORED WORKSHOP FOR STEM
EDUCATORS: Breaking Barriers In Communication: Technology-Enabled Active
Learning in STEM Disciplines. At this June 2007 workshop in San Diego, you can:
§
Exchange ideas with other STEM-discipline active
learning proponents
§
Learn to use Ubiquitous Presenter (a Tablet PC-based
active learning system
§
Prepare to participate in a multi-institutional
study of the impact of active learning.
Selected
participants receive a grant toward the purchase of a Tablet PC! Applications
due January 10, 2007: See http://www.cs.ucsd.edu/~bsimon/CCLI07
for details.
WANTED: FACULTY MEMBER-IN-RESIDENCE (FMR)
FOR WISE INTERNS. An
outstanding individual capable of teaching and mentoring engineering students
on the interaction between engineering, technology, and public
policy is sought to serve as a Faculty Member-In-Residence (FMR) for the 2007 Washington
Internships for Students of Engineering (WISE) program. The WISE program offers
a unique opportunity to 3rd and 4th year engineering students to
spend the summer of 2007 in Washington,
D.C. Recent graduates, beginning
study in an engineering policy related Master’s program, will also be
considered. During their internship, they will learn how government officials
make decisions on complex technological issues and how engineers can
contribute to legislative and regulatory public policy decisions. The deadline for applying to be this year's FMR
is December 31, 2006. The FMR will receive a stipend for the summer.
For more information about this position, visit http://www.wise-intern.org
or contact Melissa Carl at carlm@asme.org.
NOMINATIONS INVITED FOR LL
STEWART FACULTY SCHOLARS. Newly established in 2005, the L.L. Stewart Faculty
Scholars Program recognizes outstanding faculty at Oregon State
University and provides
resources to stimulate creative advancements in teaching, research, and
extended education. Each year, a Stewart Faculty Scholar will be selected by
the Oregon State University President from a pool of applicants who have been
nominated for this prestigious award. The theme of the award is to
support creativity and innovation among the university’s top scholars.
The L.L. Stewart Faculty Scholars Program is supported by an endowment
established by L.L. Stewart and provides $20,000 in financial support for
faculty selected as a Stewart Scholar. Funds may be used for any
allowable teaching, research, or extended education expenses, including faculty
release time. Recipients will have up to two years to spend the funds.
Examples of activities that the program might support include: Creatively
linking scholarship to student learning; bringing multi-disciplinary teams of
faculty together for innovative teaching, research, or extended education
program development; providing an opportunity for exploring new ideas in
research that may not be possible to fund from traditional sources; and
providing an opportunity for emerging faculty leaders to develop leadership and
management skills. Submit nominations no later than December 15, 2006 to the
Office of Academic Affairs, 628 Kerr
Administration Building.
Additional information regarding the nomination and evaluation process can be
found at http://oregonstate.edu/admin/aa/faculty/awards.html.
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 (2 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
(5-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.
SCHOLARSHIPS
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SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND RESEARCH FOR
TRANSFORMATION SCHOLARSHIP FOR SERVICE PROGRAM (SMART). The
purpose of this DoD-sponsored scholarship-for-service program is to recruit and
to retain civilian scientists and engineers to work at DoD agencies and
laboratories. It is awarded to undergraduates, masters, and PhD students who
have demonstrated outstanding ability and special aptitude for a career in
scientific and engineering research and product development. During summer
sessions, students will receive assignments as interns at DoD labs and
agencies, or other assignments that will further their educational goals. After
completion of their studies, SMART Scholars will be employed in assignments
aligned with their areas of interest and needs of the DoD. Full Financial
Support for Education and Salary/Stipend.The SMART Program will pay all
required educational expenses including full tuition, required fees, and a book
allowance of up to $1000annual salary or stipend (starting at $22.5K for
undergraduates, $31K for masters students, and $38K for PhD candidates) and
includes health benefits. For more information and to apply: http://www.asee.org/smart/ .
Application
deadline is February 5, 2007.
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. The program is intended for U.S. citizens at or near the
beginning of their graduate studies in science and/or engineering programs. The
fellowships are for 3-year tenures. The stipends begin at $30,500
for first-year fellows, $31,000 for second-year fellows, and $31,500
for third-year fellows. Full tuition and fees and a health insurance
allowance are included as part of the program. See http://www.asee.org/ndseg for applications and detailed program
information. Applications must be
submitted by 12:00 p.m. EST on January 8, 2007.
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE
RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (GRFP). The Graduate Research Fellowship
provides three years of support for graduate study leading to research-based
master’s or doctoral degrees and is intended for students who are at the early
stages of their graduate study. The
program offers a stipend of $30,000 a year for three years and a $10,500
cost of education allowance. U.S.
citizens, nationals, and permanent resident aliens are eligible. For more
information and to apply, go to: http://www.nsf.gov/grfp.
NAVAL RESEARCH
ENTERPRISE
INTERN PROGRAM (NREIP). NREIP is a 10-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 resident aliens accepted at certain labs. The
application is currently open and must be completed by January 12, 2007,
with references due by January 19, 2007. For more information and to apply:
http://www.asee.org/nreip.
THE
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.
US ARMY MATERIEL COMMAND (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/.
JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS—ME & IME STUDENTS [back to top]
Note: Be sure to check out AFTERCOLLEGE™, a network for college students and recent grads who
are looking for entry level jobs, internships, and other opportunities. Over 19,000 engineering jobs and
internships are currently listed. You can search on City and State, Job
Type, Industry, and Type of Work, and you can specify keywords to narrow the
search to your major. http://www.aftercollege.com/
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: Research/Institution-based
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]
NAVAL RESEARCH ENTERPRISE
INTERN PROGRAM (NREIP). Applications
are now open for the Naval Research Enterprise Intern Program (NREIP),
administered by the American Society for Engineering Education and sponsored by
the Office of Naval Research (ONR). NREIP is a 10-week summer
research opportunity for junior- and senior-level undergraduates and graduate
students, under the guidance of a mentor, at a participating Navy Laboratory
(list of participating universities is available at http://www.asee.org/nreip). The stipend amounts for
the program are $5,500 for
undergraduate students and
$6,500 for graduate students. U.S. citizenship required;
Permanent residents accepted at certain labs. The application is currently open
and must be completed by January
12, 2007. To learn more about the program, you can visit http://www.asee.org/nreip. Direct any questions to nreip@asee.org. [Posted 10/30/06]
NEW! LANGLEY AEROSPACE RESEARCH SUMMER SCHOLARS PROGRAM.
The Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars (LARSS) Program is a 10-week
summer internship at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) that benefits rising
undergraduate juniors and seniors, and graduate students who are pursuing
degrees in aeronautical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical
engineering, materials science, computer science, atmospheric science,
astrophysics, physics, chemistry, or selected aerospace disciplines of interest
to LaRC. NASA Langley's primary mission is basic aeronautics and space
technology research, and it is the NASA Center of Excellence for Structures and
Materials. Three primary elements of the LARSS program are: (1) A research
project completed by each participant under the supervision of a researcher
that assumes the role of mentor for the summer including submission of an
individual technical report. (2) Attendance at technical lectures by prominent
engineers and scientists. (3) Participation in a poster session whereby
students share the results of their project. Additional elements of this
program include tours of LaRC wind tunnels, computational facilities, and
laboratories. Library and computer facilities will also be available for use by
the participants. Approximately 125 students are selected each year and
sponsored for a 10-week period of research under the supervision of a NASA
technical mentor. The research period begins the first week of June.
Undergraduate juniors and seniors are awarded a scholarship of $4,500 for their
summer research experience. This amount is increased to $5,000 for graduate
students. For more information and to apply: http://research.nianet.org/larss/index.html. Application deadline: February 1, 2007.
NEW! UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
SUPERCOMPUTING INSTITUTE. The Supercomputing Institute for Digital
Simulation and Advanced Computation is pleased to announce an Undergraduate
Internship Program for Summer 2007 for undergraduate students. Projects are
available in the following areas: Astronomy; Biochemistry; Bioinformatics;
Biomedical Engineering; Biophysics;
Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil Engineering; Computer Science;
Computer Engineering; Geology and Geophysics; Materials Science; Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering; Medicinal Chemistry; Molecular Biology; Pharmaceutics;
Physics; Planetary Science. The focus of the program is the application of
computational approaches and visualization methods to supercomputing research. This includes
digital simulation and advanced computation and all aspects of high-performance
computing and scientific modeling and simulation as well as graphics,
visualization, informatics, and high-performance network communications.
Interns work with faculty members and their research groups on projects using
high-performance computing environments to address problems in science and
engineering that could not otherwise be attempted. This program provides an
opportunity for a challenging and enriching educational experience for
undergraduate students interested in pursuing graduate or professional
education. Full-time, 10 weeks; June 4 through August 10; $4,800 Stipend.
Interns are responsible for their own travel and living expenses. Interns must
be undergraduates at the time of the internship and must be citizens or
permanent residents of the United
States and its possessions. For more
information and to apply: http://www.msi.umn.edu/general/Programs/uip/. Application
deadline is 2/28/07.
WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP FOR STUDENTS IN ENGINEERING. The Washington
Internship for Students in Engineering (WISE) program offers a unique opportunity to 3rd
and 4th year engineering students to spend the summer of 2007 in Washington, D.C.
Recent graduates, beginning study in an engineering policy-related Master’s
program, will also be considered. During their internship, they will learn how
government officials make decisions on complex technological issues and how
engineers can contribute to legislative and regulatory public policy decisions.
For more information on the WISE program, visit http://www.wise-intern.org, or contact Melissa Carl at carlm@asme.org. A number of professional societies sponsor
WISE internships, including AIChE, ANS, ASME, ASHRAE, IEEE, and SAE. To apply
for one of these sponsored internships, visit http://www.wise-intern.org/application/index.html. The deadline for WISE internship
applications is December
31, 2006. Interns will receive a stipend and housing for the
summer.
Internships:
Industry-Sponsored
AUTODESK, INC. (http://www.autodesk.com), the world's
leading software and services company for the manufacturing, infrastructure,
building, media and entertainment, and wireless data services fields, is
looking for a part-time Technical
Marketing Intern for its Tualatin,
OR, office. Start date for this paid, project-based, flexible-hours
position is ASAP. Internship Role: The Manufacturing Solutions
Division’s Tech Marketing team is responsible for providing technical sales
leadership. You will help support this team’s efforts of building and
delivering technical product sales tools and providing market expertise. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Create 3D solid models for use in sales demonstrations; assist in software
research and competitive analysis; verify, document, and track software
defects; and otherwise support the Tech Marketing team. Requirements: Experience
with parametric solids modeling is a must; Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks or
Pro/Engineer preferred. Must have excellent analytical and problem solving
skills, superior verbal and written English and communication skills, and be a self-starter who can work independently
and successfully meet commitments. Professional and cooperative attitude also a
must. Education/Experience: Intern should be pursuing a degree
in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Preferred start date:
December 2006. To apply: apply online at http://www.autodesk.com/careers - Job
60187. Questions? Contact Jenny Diani, Autodesk University
Programs Coordinator, Jenny.Diani@autodesk.com. [posted 11/20/06; end date 1/15/07]
NEW! JELD-WEN. Unlike many typical
corporate-sponsored summer jobs, a JELD-WEN summer internship is a hands-on management training opportunity
to learn our business from the inside out, and see if we're a perfect fit for
your future, right upon graduation. Interns and JELD-WEN choose each other.
This means that students are rewarded with as rich an experience as JELD-WEN
can provide, in exchange for the student having considered and decided that
they are seriously interested in a career in window and door manufacturing or
distribution. Students in their third year in college, and planning to
finish college the following year, are invited to apply. Interns gain
valuable exposure to all areas of our business, while interning in actual
production and managerial positions at one of our door, window or millwork
manufacturing or distribution companies. By both observing and participating in
management, you'll essentially be apprenticed in all key aspects of our
business, learning the complete business process. Internship Length: 8-12 weeks in US /
12-16 weeks in Canada.
Salary - Paid Every Two Weeks: $1,100 US / $1,300 CAN plus
overtime. If you (1) are interested in
learning manufacturing from the ground up, (2) are interested in managing
people, (3) enjoy working with mechanical equipment, (4) are willing to commit
to a summer paid internship position prior to your senior year, and (5) are
open to considering a company such as ours for full-time employment after
graduation, we strongly encourage you to apply for a JELD-WEN summer
internship. For more information and to apply: http://www.jwinterns.com/how.html. [posted
12/11]
MICROCHIP
TECHNOLOGY, INC., in Gresham,
OR, has two PAID internship 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;
open until position filled]
§ Industrial Engineering Intern (6 months). Through a variety of projects and
interactions with management and executive management, this intern will have
multiple opportunities to apply IE concepts while gaining invaluable on-the-job
experience. Completing this internship significantly increases an individual’s
chances for full-time employment with Microchip upon graduation. Position
Summary: Assist in coordination and planning for wafer fab start-up and
expansion. Help improve manufacturing efficiency. Essential Functions: Conduct time studies, update and improve fab
reports. Analyze and design workflow and workstations. Participate in
continuous improvement projects. Qualifications: Must be an IE
pro-school student and available Summer/Fall 2007 or Spring/Summer 2008.
Previous engineering-related internship/co-op work experience is a plus. Must
have a record of strong academic performance and extracurricular achievement;
exceptional interpersonal skills and proven track record of teamwork,
adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity; and proficiency with
Microsoft Office products. Minimum Physical Qualifications: Must
possess the ability to stand 10%, walk 5%, sit 85%. Must also be able to lift
50 lbs, carry 40 lbs, push and pull 80 lbs. To apply: please reference
job code G172; email your resume to greshamresumes@microchip.com or fax to 503.669.6055. Please use
only one form of reply, email preferred. [Posted 11/13/06]
TEKTRONIX has an opening for a Mechanical
Engineering Summer Intern. This is a 3–6-month internship opportunity for
ME juniors and seniors moving toward an advanced degree. Join a highly skilled
and energetic team of mechanical engineers developing leading edge test and
measurement products including logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, probes, wireless
communication, and video monitoring and test products. The intern will focus on
product design and/or fixture design using Pro/Engineer; will work closely with
vendors to optimize designs for cost, performance, manufacturability, and
reliability; and will be teamed in a mentoring program with Mechanical
Engineer. The internship may involve specific analysis and testing to known
requirements as well as research-oriented activities. Great opportunity to work
in the high tech industry with supportive people, using state-of-the-art design
tools to solve challenging engineering problems in a creative design
atmosphere. Job Requirements Mechanical Engineering major at junior or
senior level. 3.3 minimum GPA. Knowledge of heat transfer principles,
materials, drafting, and manufacturing processes is required. ProE/CAD
experience is highly desirable. Candidates with less education/experience may
be considered for other opportunities. If interested, e-mail résumé and cover
letter to Jani Buckmaster, jani.buckmaster@exgate.tek.com,
specifying job # IRC28626, or apply on line at https://jobs.tek.com, using
IRC28626 as the search keyword. You may also contact Brian J. Wood, Senior Manager, Program
Management, for more information: brian.j.wood@tektronix.com. [posted 11/06/06; renewed 12/11/06]
XEROX.
Xerox Corporation (Portland,
OR, location) has several Mechanical Design Engineer internships
available in 2007. Job Description: As a Mechanical Design
Engineer 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 help develop mechanical components and subsystems
including specification, design, analysis and testing. 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. Relocation is provided for hires and interns.
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?jobId=641425&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=80&JobSiteInfo=641425_80&GQId=0 .Or
visit www.xerox.com/careers and
specify autoreqID 3128BR. Questions? Send email
to: xogdiversity@xerox.com [still posted on Xerox job site as of
12/11/06]
Jobs
THE BOEING COMPANY is looking for
qualified industrial engineers for a
multitude of available opportunities in the Boeing Commercial group within the
greater Seattle
area. The best way to apply is to go to http://www.boeing.com, then to
"employment", then to "job search," then specify one of the
following requisition numbers: 06-1025628
(Industrial Engineer 1 Entry level); 06-1025629 (Industrial Engineer 2);
06-1025626 (Industrial Engineer 3); 06-1025625 (Industrial Engineer 4).
BOEING
also 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
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
CELERITY, INC., located
in Tualatin, OR, has a full-time position
open for a Mechanical Design Engineer II capable of designing and analyzing
mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging. Job responsibilities:
Conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs. Assist in
the generation of manufacturing assembly procedures and instructional manuals.
Document designs with drawings, specification and materials list. Manage
projects with general guidance. Work independently with moderate supervision. Essential
requirements: BSME or equivalent work
experience, or combination of education and experience required. Vocational or
technical training preferred. 5-7+ years engineering or related work experience
required. AutoCAD, Inventor, ProE, Solidworks, Unigrafix or other design
package experience required. Ability to apply knowledge of engineering
concepts, theories, practices and procedures. Ability to interact with internal
and external customers. Ability to exercise discretion and independent
judgment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to sit for
prolonged periods and occasionally walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs. To apply: Submit
resume to spine@celerity.net, referencing Job # 6736. [posted 11/20/06; end date 12/31/06]
NEW! COLUMBIA AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURING, located in Bend, OR,
is looking for an entry-level liaison
engineer. Position Description: 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. Job Responsibilities: Work directly with manufacturing
personnel in resolving production problems needing engineering assistance and
in dispositioning NCR’s. Evaluate issues relating to parts not conforming to
current type design and determines whether a part can be used as is, reworked
or must be scrapped. Assist manufacturing in interpreting and implementing
engineering changes as they are being implemented on the shop floor. Other
related duties as assigned. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Knowledge
of composites and composite manufacturing processes. Ability to interface with
QA and Production on dispositions and corrective actions. Skills to interpret
engineering requirements of composite process specifications. Ability to make
decisions based on researched facts. Knowledge of repair methods used on
composite aircraft structure. Knowledge of machines and machine shop practices.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent in Engineering
(ME preferred); general aviation product knowledge; good oral and written
communication skills. Physical Demands:
Include but are not limited to listening, talking,
concentration, standing, sitting, bending, reaching and lifting to 25 pounds.
Other: Columbia
Aircraft is a drug free work place. Pre-hire and random drug tests are a
condition of employment. Job position is applicable to 1st shift, 2nd shift,
and Staggered Shift (12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m.). To apply: Please send resume to christina.bainbridge@flycolumbia.com. [posted
12/11; position available ASAP but spring and summer graduates are also invited
to apply.]
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
Leadership Development Program for Technical Sales (LDP-TS).
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: (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-TS description, select “Submit to Job,” and complete your
application as instructed. [posted 8/25/06]
ENTEK
MANUFACTURING INC., a leader in the manufacturing of automated processing
equipment for the plastics industry, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. ENTEK
offers competitive wages & benefits. For a complete job description, please
visit our web site www.entek-mfg.com and
click on the Employment tab. Send resume to ENTEK Manufacturing, Attn:
HR-Engr., PO Box 127,
Lebanon, OR 97355 or smorch@entek-mfg.com. [posted
11/13/06; end date 12/15/06]
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, a worldwide leader in Design and Manufacturing
with fiscal year 2006 revenues of USD $15.3 billion, has several opportunities for engineering students who have
completed at least 2 years of engineering coursework to work 10-20 hrs a
week onsite at Hewlett Packard in Corvallis. These part-time employees will
be working with Flextronics and Hewlett Packard R&D Engineering and
manufacturing teams. Find out how engineering is really done on a global
scale. The ideal candidate will have completed 2 years of engineering
courses and at least one programming class. Please contact Rudy Schalk at
715-3287 or rudy.schalk@hp.com with any inquiries. Expected pay rate is $10-15/hr.
[posted 11/13/06]
HEWLETT-PACKARD in Corvallis currently has one entry-level Materials Science opening: JOB ID 979081. 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. [job open as of 12/11.] 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. 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.
JELD-WEN.
Check the Jeld-Wen website for current openings: http://www.jeld-wen.com/about/employment.cfm. Current
openings include Product Design Engineer
and Product Development Project
Manager positions (Klamath Falls) and Manufacturing Manager positions in Yakima, WA, and Rocklin,
CA, among others..
The
SYNETICS SOLUTIONS DIVISION of Brooks Automation (http://www.syneticsinc.com/) is
looking for a Test Engineer. Position
Description: This
position has the primary responsibility of testing semiconductor automation
robotic equipment and is an excellent opportunity for a new engineer to
gain broad insight into wafer handling robotics. Job Responsibilities: Develop test methods and procedures based on
specifications or problem statements, and validate performance of new products;
create and maintain data acquisition systems – hardware and software; set up
and configure equipment to be tested; execute tests, report data and
conclusions, and create test reports; participate in design reviews and product
development meetings; design testing methodology, hardware, software, and data
collection systems for products in production; maintain lab equipment,
calibration, and test lab schedule; and develop and maintain standard testing
procedures. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, focus on
electromechanical systems and controls.
MS preferred. Programming skills: LabVIEW required. C, C++, or Visual
Basic also preferred. Experience in basic metrology, data collection, and data
processing via software applications. Strong interest in automation equipment
and robotics. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and
PowerPoint). Capability to author and present concise technical reports. Good
organizational and communication skills. To apply: Send resume and cover
letter to Jody J. Clow, Automation Engineering Manager, Synetics
Solutions Division/Brooks Automation, 18870
NE Riverside Pkwy, Portland, OR 97230,
jclow@syneticsinc.com,
(503)465-6059. You can also contact Jody Clow with any questions you may have
about this position. [posted 11/27; remove
posting 1/1/07]
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”).
USF
REDDAWAY (www.usfc.com) has an opening for an entry-level Industrial Engineer. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct research and analysis of operations for improved productivity and cost
reductions; creatively develop new processes; formulate recommendation to
management, coordinating analysis and expectations; implement approved
operations changes; provide follow up reviews and audits of r ensuring
continued success; coordinate with team members on group projects; and develop
project management skills. Minimum Qualifications: BSIE or equivalent experience; willingness to travel 10% – 50%;
effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; and
proficiency with Microsoft applications, Access, Excel, Visio. Potential
Career Growth: Industrial Engineer; Project Manager; Field Operations
Manager; Company Director. As a member
of our team you will be rewarded with competitive wages and an excellent
benefit plan including 401K. For
immediate consideration, please fax or email your resume to 503-722-3674 / Cheryl.Phipps@usfc.com. [posted
11/13; end date 12/31]
XEROX.
Xerox Corporation (Portland,
OR, location) is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer–New College Hire,
starting in 2007. Job Description: As a Mechanical Design Engineer
New College Hire 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.
Other responsibilities: 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; measure, track, and ensure 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. Desired/Required
Qualifications: 2007 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 and to apply: 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 [still posted on Xerox job site as of
12/11/06]
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Note: Check for additional
mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering positions on two ASEE web
sites:
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Prism classified section—http://www.asee.org/publications/prism/classifieds/index.cfm?categoryID=2
§
Women in Engineering Division job
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OAKLAND UNIVERSITY
(Rochester, MI; http://www.oakland.edu). The
Department of Mechanical Engineering at Oakland University
invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of
Materials Engineering. Although the open
position is at the Assistant Professor level, applicants with appropriate
experience may be considered at a more senior level. An earned Ph.D. or
equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, demonstrated
English communications skills, and commitment to excellence in teaching,
research, scholarship and service are required. Prior industrial, teaching, and
research experience is desirable in one or more of the following areas:
nanoscale materials, computational materials science, advanced polymers and
ceramics, and materials for energy applications. The successful candidate will
be expected to teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses and
laboratories, develop a strong research program, direct graduate students, and
attract external funding. Interested applicants should send a letter of
application, a detailed resume, and three references to: Professor Zissimos P.
Mourelatos, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Oakland
University, Rochester, MI 48309-4478,
mourelat@oakland.edu. Review of candidates will begin February
2007, and continue until the position is filled. [posted 11/27]
BRIGHAM YOUNG
UNIVERSITY. The Department of Mechanical
Engineering at Brigham
Young University
is seeking outstanding faculty candidates to meet the educational challenges
associated with our excellent student body and strong research programs. The
department has a strong research program, with several state and federal
centers of excellence and state-of-the-art facilities in supercomputing,
electron optics, acoustics, microelectronic fabrication, and manufacturing
processes. We have excellent research programs in autonomous vehicle control
and mechatronics, multidisciplinary and parametric design, friction stir
processing, factory and home automation, acoustics, compliant mechanisms and
MEMS, combustion, microfluidics, and experimental and computational fluid flow
physics. Successful candidates will develop an outstanding research program to
complement existing research or develop new research areas. Successful
candidates will be hired at the assistant professor, associate professor or
professor level depending on experience, with an anticipated start date of
August 2007. Requirements include a doctorate in mechanical engineering or
closely related field and a willingness to fully support and participate in the
ideals and mission of BYU. Applications should include a curriculum vitae,
statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at
least three professional references. Applications should be submitted to
Professor Craig C. Smith, Search Committee Chair, Department of Mechanical
Engineering, Brigham Young University,
435 CTB, Provo UT 84602-4201.
smith@byu.edu. Review
of applications will begin in February 2007 and continue until the position is
filled. [posted 12/04]
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