UW EE Advising

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

NREIP Application Now Open!!!!! Sophomores NOW Accepted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) is a ten week summer research opportunity for undergraduate Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors, and Graduate students, under the guidance of a mentor, at a participating Navy Laboratory. The stipend amounts for the program are $5,250.00 for Sophomores, $7,880.00 for Junior and Senior undergraduate students and $10,500.00 for graduate students. U.S. citizenship required; Permanent residents accepted at certain labs.

Again Sophomores NOW accepted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The online application is now open at https://nreip.asee.org/ and must be completed by January 6, 2012. All accompanying documents (official transcripts and reference letters) are due by January 6, 2012.

Undergraduate Research Program Info. Sessions & Advising

URP Information Sessions address how the Undergraduate Research Program can help the student pursue her/his research interests.

Primarily for undergraduates who have yet to begin research, the sessions provide research resources, information on funding, and suggestions for approaching faculty. Additionally, the sessions are highly student-driven, with an emphasis on student questions and concerns. Students interested in
attending the UW, including community college transfer students, are welcome to the sessions.

Wednesday, October 19 - 3:30-4:30pm, Odegaard Undergraduate Library 220
Monday, October 24 - 3:30-4:30pm, Odegaard Undergraduate Library 220
Thursday, November 10 - 2:30-3:30pm, Odegaard Undergraduate Library 220

Click here to RSVP for one of these information sessions: https://expo.uw.edu/expo/rsvp/event/256

Once you've attended an information session, please come in and speak with an advisor during our Autumn Quarter Drop-In Advising Hours,
Tuesdays 10:30am -12:30pm or Thursdays, 2 - 4pm in 171 MGH. If these times do not work for you, please send us available dates and times for the following week and we can work on setting up an appointment.

Monday, October 17, 2011

Info Session -- Novellus

Benson 109
Wednesday, October 19

We are a semiconductor equipment manufacturing company.

We design, manufacture and service highly configurable, multi-million dollar capital equipment for the semiconductor industry. Our equipment is used inside fabs around the globe and is instrumental in manufacturing advanced chips. Chances are the electronics you use on a daily basis - smart phones, laptops, tablets, etc, contain chips made with Novellus equipment. We have two primary US locations: Portland, Oregon and San Jose, California.

We plan on hiring 50 INTERNS and 50 NEW COLLEGE GRADUATES in 2012. Please come to the information session on Wednesday, Oct 19th at 6:00pm to learn more about our company, these positions and how to apply. Resumes will be accepted at this event.

We are seeking undergraduate and graduate level students in the following disciplines:

Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Material Science Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering

Program in Technology Commercialization: Lectures

Wednesday October 19
3:30pm to 5:20pm, Room HSB T639

Karl Hermanns
presents
Biomedical Patents

Friday October 21
3:30pm to 5:20pm, Room HSB T639

Dr. Buddy Ratner
presents
Commercialization Issues & Opportunities in the Space of Implants

Karl Hermanns specializes in chemical-related patent matters, including overall portfolio management and strategy. He graduated with a both a B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry from UW and holds a J.D. from the University of Colorado, School of Law. Karl is an adjunct professor at the UW School of Law, co-teaching the patent preparation and prosecution courses and teaches “Intellectual Property for Scientists” through the Chemistry Dept. He is also a faculty member in the Center for Advanced Study and Research on Intellectual Property (CASRIP) at UW School of Law. In addition to his many positions within the University, Karl is also a managing partner at Seed IP Law Group, a Seattle-based law firm specializing in Intellectual Property.

Buddy Ratner, Professor & Michael L. & Myrna Darland Endowed Chair in Technology Commercialization, holds joint faculty appointments in Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering and is also the Director of UW Engineering Biomaterials (UWEB-21). Read more….

CURRENT JOB POSTINGS from the Engineering Co-op & Internship Program

http://www.engr.washington.edu/curr_students/coop/index.html
Internship job postings on eRecruiting (if you haven't used this before, it's simple to activate your account - and we're hear to troubleshoot if you need help: engrcoop@uw.edu)

3TIER Inc - seeks a self-starter to work on a small team help the global energy industry manage renewable energy risk using computer modeling systems. Check out 3TIER: http://blip.tv/play/gv9ZApWSMA

Arkyd Astronautics - develop new technologies for commercial robotic space exploration. This is hands-on, intense and dynamic work environment. Do you have experience with LabView , P-Spice, MATLAB , embedded controller programming? The last engineering students hired by Arkyd had a great time in this Seattle office!

Clifton Labs - Develop dynamic models of power plants and control systems. Work involved propagation of pressure waves in pipelines, dimensionless characteristics of turbo machinery, rotating electrical machines and control system stability. Seattle WA

Elektrobit - Software Engr for the US Automotive Team. EB seeks creativity, strong software development and an interest in checking out EB for full-time position after graduation! Design, develop, test embedded software applications in the Bothell site.

Justin.tv - Work for a fun, fast-paced San Francisco startup, writing, deploying and maintaining production code you might have no experience in. You'll participate in product design and implementation, testing and iterating code before and after production release. This is a fun environment with lots of opportunity to show what you can do!

Philips - Get a chance to learn and adapt new technologies and show your talent in analyzing and solving complex problems. Projects involve system integration and allocation, machine and materials planning, and internal supply chain. Philips offers a wide variety of opportunities and EE students are sought frequently. Bothell site.

US National Security Agency - development, testing, and evaluation of electronic communications systems. These multi-disciplinary assignments will reach to such rapidly advancing areas as optics, lasers, acoustics, and micro-processors. Tuition assistance and relocation costs are offered. US citizens who have two years to go before graduation are encouraged to apply!
Verizon Wireless - Provide assistance to Radio Frequency (RF) & System Performance Engineers with implementing new cell-sites in the network and optimizing cellular network performance, customer trouble ticket resolutions, daily network performance monitoring, network problem troubleshooting, drive testing, and related projects. Bellevue or Walnut Creek, CA.

VMware, inc. - Huge hiring this year in areas including MTS Fault Tolerance, Platform Infrastructure, vCenter Server Developer. Students should have coding skills and an interest in continuing to develop those skills in a dynamic, fun, flexible setting. If you're recruited, you'll have your choice of projects and work teams!

UPCOMING EVENTS: Meet the employer face-to-face
A great chance to ask your questions, make a good impression and land that job!

Monday, Oct 17 - 6:00 - EEB 125
Palantir - food, fun, lots of job opportunities!

Tuesday, Oct 18 - 4:30 - EEB 303
VMWare - food, fun, lots of job opportunities!
VMWare asks students to submit resumes in advance on eRecruiting: http://uw-engr.experience.com/er/security/login.jsp

Wednesday, Oct 19 - noon-5 - Hec Ed Pavilion
Science & Engineering Career Fair

Wednesday, Oct 19 - 5:00 - EEB 303
Micron Corp - meet the managers and land a job!

Wednesday, Oct 19 - 5:30 - EEB 403
CIA - the Agency is in need of talented EE students - come find out if you're a good fit!

Thursday, Oct 20 - Your home turf (CSE Atrium)
CSE Affiliates Fair - need I say more?

Thursday, Oct 20 - 6:00 - EEB 125
Intel - come meet those who can hire YOU!

Thursday, Oct 20 - 5:00 - EEB 403
Verizon Wireless - Lots of hiring opportunities for students who show up!
Verizon requests students submit resumes in advance on eRecruiting: http://uw-engr.experience.com/er/security/login.jsp

Wednesday, Oct 26 - 7:00 - EEB 403
RIM - this employer continues to hire talented EE students - meet the people who can hire you!

Thursday, Oct 27 - 5:00 - EEB 403
Philips - is returning to campus because they again want top talent from the EE Dept - are you up for it?
For first consideration, submit your resume in advance on eRecruiting: http://uw-engr.experience.com/er/security/login.jsp

Contact me with your questions or concerns, I'm here to help you. If you have a quick question, send an email. A longer request, I'm happy to set up a meeting, Benjamin!

Ana Wieman
Engineering Co-op & Internship Program
Loew Hall, 330
College of Engineering * University of Washington Box 352180
206-685-1789 wieman@u.washington.edu

Intel Corporation seeking PhD candidates & recent graduates

The Portland Technology Development group of Intel Corporation has several openings for physical science Ph.D.s to support/direct R&D of advanced processing methods. Candidates hired for these positions will be responsible for developing the next generation of Intel's microprocessors.

Ph.D. candidates in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related fields are encouraged to apply. Criteria for selection include: a strong academic record, demonstrated experimental expertise, an ability to drive and take responsibility for projects and a solid peer-reviewed publication record. Experience using and maintaining complex scientific equipment is preferred, but not required.

Openings are immediately available at Intel's primary development facility (Ronler Acres) located ~10 miles west of Portland, OR.

Interested candidates should email resumes to david.j.towner@intel.com

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Job with Crane Aerospace: Engineering Technician

The Electronics Group of Crane Aerospace & Electronics designs and manufactures high-density, high-reliability electronics for our aerospace, space, military, medical, industrial, and commercial customers. From the Mars Rover to implantable defibrillators; from submarines to fighter jets, our products have proven their ability to operate in the most demanding environments.
Our Electronic Group’s product offerings span several attractive long term markets: power, microwave components, microelectronics services and electronics manufacturing services. We are a world-class developer and manufacturer of high density, high-reliability power converters and sub-systems for space, aerospace, military and commercial applications.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Engineering Technician:

Key Responsibilities:

As a Technician you will build, test and/or troubleshoot products and prototypes under the direction of the responsible engineer. You will work from written and verbal instructions, engineering change notices, drawings and established operation procedures. You are responsible for the following:

o Precise and accurate analysis and check-out of circuits, components, mechanical items, hardware and other items for form, fit, and function.
o Set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies.
o Programmable auto-testers, oscilloscopes, pulse generators, meters, power supplies and special test fixtures.
o Analysis and presentation of test data.
o Train and mentor other technicians.

Minimum Requirements:

o 1+ years related experience as an Engineering Technician.
o Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline (preferably electronics).
o Hybrid and analog electronics background.
o Demonstrated experience documenting and organizing test data and lab notes.
o Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and conducting root cause analysis.
o Ability to perform assembly tasks using hands as well as a variety of tools.
o Knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel and Word.
o Ability to pass directed certifications.

Special Work Conditions:

• Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Eligibility requirements include U.S. nationals or permanent residents (Green Card).

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

Courtney Danaraj