OWRC Hiring Call

The Odegaard Writing and Research Center (OWRC) is now hiring for peer tutor positions with Autumn Quarter start dates. We are looking for applications from both undergraduate and graduate students in all fields who will be enrolled at UW Seattle during the 2012-2013 academic year. Paid positions include both part-time and substitute peer tutor positions. Pay rates depend on academic status: undergraduates and pre-MA or pre-MS graduate students start at $10.00/hour; post-MA or post-MS graduate students start at $15.00/hour.

The OWRC, an interdisciplinary writing and research center which aims to support UW Seattle students, staff, and faculty on their diverse writing and research projects through 45-minute, one-to-one tutoring sessions. It is an engaging and rewarding place to work, and we hope to hear more from you!

If you are interested in applying please view our hiring page at http://depts.washington.edu/owrc/hiring.html and follow the instructions provided.

AeroGo Project Engineer - Mechanical Design

AeroGo is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical Design professional.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and managing
customized projects, building engineered transport and material handling
solutions.  Aero Go is the industry leader in providing unique
engineered solutions to heavy, awkward, or delicate material handling,
by utilizing the benefits of industrial hovercraft technology.

http://hire.jobvite.com/j/?cj=oUZAWfw9&s=UW

Go GREEN/Costa Rica Sustainable Engineering Abroad

The Global Renewable Energy Education Network (GREEN) is a global experiential learning program taking place in Costa Rica and focusing on topics of renewable energy and sustainability. In 2011 we worked with over 60 universities across the United States and have influenced the lives of over 300 students. This summer we will be hosting 250 students on our summer programs alone.

Our international learning opportunity offers students a 12-Day life changing experience in Costa Rica. Students receive exclusive access to five different  state of the art renewable energy facilities including: Geothermal, Biomass, Wind, Solar and Hydroelectric. During these site visits students interact with expert industry professionals who teach the students about the workings of the facility, and also offer opportunities beyond the program such as internships in Costa Rica and career mentorship. In addition to the clean energy site visits, students learn about sustainable practices in Engineering, Business, Agriculture, Architecture and Public Policy. The program is jam-packed with non-stop learning containing 62 total contact hours with numerous cultural immersion and adventure activities all within the 12-Day time period.

I have provided several links below to schools and organizations that have published our program:
Presidential Leadership Academy at Penn State
Associate for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Latino Institute Partnership
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

XBOT ROBOTICS Workshop Space in Seattle!

XBOT ROBOTICS creates opportunities for elementary, middle and high school students to learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through robotics.  XBOT ROBOTICS aims to foster positive experiences and apprenticeships with technology.

However, we are much, much more! We have just opened a work space in Seattle that features a well equipped machine shop, common space available to work on projects, and space available to rent to store your own tools. More information on what we do can be found at www.xbotrobotics.org.

We are also looking for volunteers to help staff our space in downtown Seattle. We can offer discounts on rental space and machine use fees. If you are interested, please contact workspace@xbotrobotics.org.

Product Manufacturing Engineer Position with Honeywell Aerospace

198429 Eng II Product Mfg

Exciting opportunity within the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering organization!

Honeywell Aerospace is an $11B business with 40,000 employees in over 125 domestic and international locations. We are a leading global aviation supplier; designing, manufacturing and distributing advanced electronic and mechanical systems, products and services to commercial, defense and space industries.

As a Product Manufacturing Engineeer within the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team you will assists in the design and implement automated test equipment (hardware and software) in support of precision instruments such as accelerometers, rate sensors and thermal switches. Integrates algorithms into data reduction programs and stores test data in databases for statistical analysis. Assists with development of proposals, statements of work, work breakdown structures and cost estimates for complex equipment.  Position is located in Redmond, WA with no relocation assistance.

Basic Qualifications
 

·        Bachelor’s degree, in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science.

·        Minimum 5 years experience in engineering.

·        Minimum 2 years experience programming in Visual Basic, C/C++, VBScript, and/or Oracle PL/SQL.

·         Due to ITAR restrictions, must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
 

Additional Qualifications
 

·        Experience in developing and maintaining test equipment.

·        Experience in project management.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Honeywell is committed to a diverse workforce.

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Engineering Internship with Ericsson

MS Engineering Intern

Company Information: Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and related services to mobile and fixed network operators globally. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries utilize our network equipment and 40 percent of all mobile calls are made through our systems. We are one of the few companies worldwide that can offer end-to-end solutions for all major mobile communication standards

Responsibilities

• Self starter with energy and desire to contribute to an industry leading organization
• Interest in pursuing a career in wireless communications
• Willing to put in effort to read and learn wireless technology in order to get up to speed quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid problem solving skills
• Basic knowledge of 2G, 3G and 4G wireless network architecture elements (CDMA, LTE, WiMax) and protocols (TCP/IP, etc) is a plus
• Basic understanding of antennas and radio propagation theory is a plus
• Preferred skill in at least one programming language such as Perl, VB, C++, SQL, Flash, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Customer focused and results oriented

Qualifications

·        Pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a technical discipline (i.e. Engineering or Computer Science) required.

·        Minimum GPA: Cumulative 3.0

·        Graduation range: December 2012 or beyond

·        Work schedule: Up to 40 depending on school schedule; flexibility with schedule

·        Assignment start date: Fall 2012

·        Duration of the assignment: Per semester or quarter with the possibility of extension.  Opportunity for full time conversion after graduation.

·        Work Authorization: Sponsorship is not offered for this position

Applicants must be students pursuing a degree, taking a minimum of 3 credit hours to be eligible for internship.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager. 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

To apply, send resume to: 

Katie Kremer
Ericsson: University Relations
972.583.3570 Office
katie.kremer@ericsson.com 

Controls Engineer Hummingbird Scientific

Hummingbird Scientific is looking for a highly motivated engineer to lead projects related to developing scientific instruments used in the transmission electron microscope, ion microscopes, and atomic force microscopes. We are looking for someone with a wide range of experience in design of control and/or mechatronic systems. Expertise in control software (specifically Labview) and electronics is key. Planning skills are also important for this job.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Design of control systems
- Control software (specifically Labview)
- Electronics design
- System assembly and testing
- Project scheduling

Principal background and skills needed:
- BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- Control software design experience
- Extensive LabView experience
- Electronic circuit design
- Practical hands on skills with all standard electronic instruments (power supplies, scopes, function generators etc.)
- Hands-on skills for wiring, soldering boards, packaging, assembly
- Experience using 3D CAD (e.g. SolidWorks)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Solid references

Desired background and skills:
- MS/Ph D in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- Design of mechatronic systems
- Project planning experience, particularly of multiple small projects

Compensation: Our pay rates and benefits are very competitive.
Job Location: Lacey, WA
Interested? Apply online with you resume and cover letter. Resumes missing cover letters will not be reviewed.
http://www.hummingbirdscientific.com/careers/index.php?page=controlseng

Company Description
Hummingbird Scientific is a commercially successful company and a significant asset to the scientific community. Over the last decade, the founders of Hummingbird Scientific have worked to build custom, leading-edge scientific equipment. In 2004 the group formed Hummingbird Scientific to develop advanced products for Transmission Electron Microscopes, Scanning Electron Microscopes, and Focused Ion Beam systems (TEM/SEM/FIB). Using several Phase I and II SBIR and STTR grants from DOE, NIH, NSF and DOD Hummingbird Scientific has grown from a three person start-up company to a profitable company employing twenty employees and currently offers twelve different electron microscopy experimental system products. Our core competencies are in precision manufacturing, mechatronics, and material science. Hummingbird is fully owned by people that work for the company, is financially solvent, has no debt, and is operating primarily on its commercial revenues/profits. Our customers include over 40 Universities, industrial companies and National Laboratories in the US. Our work has resulted in many scientific publications, work that would have been impossible without the tools we build.
Hummingbird's Scientific's strength is in helping customers translate their innovative ideas into user-friendly tools, thereby advancing their science. Working both alone and in collaboration with our customer base we have created a dozen new electron microscopy experimental platform designs, each of which have been developed into commercial products. Hummingbird has world-leading engineering and fabrication capabilities in-house. Hummingbird Scientific is a vertically integrated company that manufactures a large majority of the components of our products in our own production shop. Hummingbird has tools to do advanced 3-D mechanical design, vacuum component cleaning and testing, multi-layer circuit boards, and software development. Hummingbird Scientific's precision machining capabilities are the key to producing our advanced TEM specimen holders. Our equipment is highly specialized for micro component machining. We have one of the most capable and comprehensive micro-component capabilities in the United States.