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UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA FAIRBANKS
Faculty Position in Computational Mechanics: Assistant Professor, Tenure-track, in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Requisition Number FF20412101 , PCN 204121. Grade will be commensurate with experience. Status: Regular, Full-Time, Exempt. Position open as of June 1, 2003, until filled (first review date of July 1, 2003). The Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Computational Mechanics and closely related areas. Candidates should have a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related fields with a strong knowledge of or experience in super computer applications. Research and industrial experience in emerging areas is highly desirable. Applicants should have effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and develop a research program that is strongly integrated with the Arctic Region Supercomputer Center at UAF. Interest in curriculum development in emerging areas in computational mechanics is preferred. Demonstrated teaching and research potential will be heavily weighed in the hiring decision. The department offers an ABET-accredited B.S. degree along with M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering. For an overview of the university, please refer to the UAF web site: www.uaf.edu. All application packets must include: a signed UA Applicant form (see http://www.uaf.edu/uafhr/Emp_Opp.html), a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and names, telephone numbers and addresses of three (3) professional references. Submit the application packet to: Dr. Chuen-Sen Lin, UAF Human Resources, PO Box 757860, Fairbanks, Alaska 99775-7860, Fax: (907) 474-5859. Application materials sent via e-mail are not accepted. Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska Fairbanks must comply with the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reporting and Control Act of 1986 and must possess a valid Social Security card. All Nonresident Aliens must provide proof of eligibility to work. The University of Alaska Fairbanks is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and screening process should contact the HR Assistant Director at (907) 474-6259.

NOISE & VIBRATION ANALYSIS ENGINEER (multiple openings)
40 hrs./wk.; 8 am-5 pm; $72,000/yr.; Overtime as needed, not compensated. Job requires: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering & 3 yrs. experience in Job Offered or as a Mechanical Engineer &/or University Research Assistant. Job also reqs.: 1) 1 yr. experience performing full vehicle NASTRAN-based noise & vibration analysis; & 2) 1 yr. exp. testing & analytically modeling dynamic seat & occupant systems. Exp. reqs. may be met concurrently during the same 3-yr. period. Job duties: Develop & validate a legitimate analytical seat/occupant model for vibration analysis. Build & analyze full vehicle NASTRAN-based system models. Conduct forced response analysis of system model using FASTAR under different excitation inputs such as rough road, idle shake, & wheel imbalance. Formalize Corporation's engagement in Statement of Requirements process that sets requirements for suppliers. Increase number of technical requirements tested analytically. Suggest component improvements based on appropriate analysis & known manufacturing constraints. Communicate with other departments as needed to define analysis deliverables & obtain required input data. Represent Analysis Department in various Product Development Team meetings. Qualified applicants should send resume & verification of reqs. to: MDCD/ESA, P.O. Box 11170, Detroit, MI 48202-1170, Ref. #210298. Employer paid ad. EOE.

PRODUCT ENGINEER —
Work Sched 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., 40 hrs/wk., $87,000.00/yr. Design, engineer, develop & improve quality of sport utility vehicle Body in White (BIW) components using CATIA CAD system. Analyze, evaluate & improve automotive product design intent to assure strict compliance with Federal & internat'l vehicle safety & homologation standards (U.S., EC, Pacific Rim, Gulf Coast States, & rest of world) & to improve vehicle crashworthiness & occupant safety (including frontal/offset/side impact, roof drop, & rear impact. Analyze BIW upper structure including body sides, D-ring, headers & reinforcements. Design & engineer BIW parts on Sport Utility Vehicle with launch support. Prototype build applying dimensional control to assure class "A" surface fit & finishes. Perform risk assessments leading to issue resolution. Perform Design Failure Mode Effect Analysis (DFMEA) of full body systems to develop design verification plans leading to full Product Assurance Plan (PAP). Monitor the production of BIW parts for assembly process in automotive mfg plants. Use analysis software GSM & VPM, & pre/post processing software CATIA. Bachelor's (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil or Aerospace Engrg. 1 yr exp. in job. Employer paid ad. Send resume to MDCD/ESA, P.O. Box 11170, Detroit, MI 48202-1170, Ref # 210867.

PROJECT ENGINEER
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on vehicle structures; build Finite Element models; communicate engineering recommendations to customer; perform engineering calculations related to vehicle structure; develop new analytical techniques & procedures for vehicle structural analysis. M.S. in Mechanical Materials Engineering. 1 yr experience in job offered; 1 yr experience with Nastran, Abaqus, Hypermesh, FEA. All experience may be cumulative. 40 hours/wk, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., $65,326.56/yr. Send resume to MDCD/ESA, PO Box 11170, Detroit, MI 48202-1170, Ref. #210176. Employer paid ad.

FACULTY POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Iowa State University invites applicants for tenure-track and tenured positions at the assistant, associate and full professor level. A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or closely related field is required; post-doctoral experience is desirable and exceptional stature and professional record in the area of expertise is expected of candidates at the senior ranks. The successful applicant will participate in all aspects of the department's mission, developing an externally funded research program, including teaching and supervising students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participating in departmental academic affairs. Although all areas of aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics will be considered, preference will be given to candidates whose research interests and teaching align with the department's strategic focus areas of: 1) Aerospace structures, Nano, and Computational Mechanics; 2) Non-destructive Testing and Evaluation; 3) Aerodynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics; 4) Guidance, Control and Flight Mechanics; and 5) Experimental Aerodynamics and Wind Engineering. In these areas, research that potentially connects with an initiative in HCI (human/computer interaction) will be given some preference. Applicants should send a complete resume, the names of three references and their contact information, and a separate one-page statement of research plans and teaching interests to: Faculty Search Committee Coordinator, Department of Aerospace Engineering, Iowa State University, 2271 Howe Hall - Room 1200, Ames, IA 50011-2271. Electronic applications can be submitted by e-mail to: smclaugh@iastate.edu. Review of applications will begin August 1, 2003, and will continue until the current positions are filled. Department information can be viewed at http://www.aeem.iastate.edu/. Iowa State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
in Mechanical Engineering: Prefer Ph.D. in ME or closely related field, eligible to become Registered Professional Engineer in TX. Duties include teaching undergraduate engineering and engineering technology courses mainly in thermal and/or fluid sciences and supervising student design teams. Position begins August 15, 2003. A maturing and enthusiastic Christian faith and commitment to the mission of a residential, evangelical Christian university essential. See www.letu.edu/news/jobs for more information. E-mail inquiries to AcademicAffairs@letu.edu or send inquiries and CV to Dr. Glenn Sumrall, Provost, LeTourneau University, Box 7001, Longview, TX 75607-7001; Fax: (903) 233-3259.

MECHANICAL ENGINEEERING
Faculty Position in Puerto Rico at the School of Engineering, Turabo University, Gurabo, Puerto Rico. The School of Engineering at Turabo University invites applications for faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor level in the Mechanical Engineering Program, with preference in the fields of thermal systems, corrosion and biomechanics. The School of Engineering has a present enrollment of 650 students and currently offers baccalaureate programs in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering day and evening sessions. The School is committed to the success of every student and pursues this goal by offering small classes taught by highly qualified faculty, a wide range of student services, modern facilities and equipment, and opportunities for undergraduates to participate in faculty-directed research, special design projects and industrial internships. The School of Engineering is housed in the modern Sandia National Laboratories Engineering Building, named in recognition of the support provided by the U.S. Department of Energy. This facility includes classrooms, instructional and research laboratories, offices for faculty and staff, meeting and conference rooms. The original building was expanded to house seven engineering laboratories designed for instructional and research use. University of Turabo is located on the site of an historic sugar plantation just outside the town of Caguas. Its beautifully landscaped suburban campus is only a few minutes away, by expressway, from the San Juan metropolitan area. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering. The successful applicant will be expected to teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories, develop strong research programs, and attract external funding. In addition, fluency in English and working knowledge in Spanish is desirable. The ability to work with diverse student populations is preferred. To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to: Ana G. Mendez University System, Human Resources Office, Engineering Faculty Position, P.O. Box 21345, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00928-1345 or E-Mail: empleo@mail.suagm.edu. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Turabo University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified persons.

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
The Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications from outstanding individuals for one full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level depending on qualifications. As a result of our currently expanding undergraduate and graduate programs, we are interested in high-quality candidates in the area of Solid Mechanics with expertise in one of Dynamics & Vibrations, Mechanics of Materials, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), or Biomechanics. The intention is to build on the areas of strength within the existing complement of staff and faculty. The successful candidate will be required to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise undergraduate and graduate students, establish a viable, externally funded research program, and assist in the administrative duties of the department and faculty. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline or expect to receive one before July 1, 2003. Research and/or industrial experience beyond a doctoral degree is desirable. Successful candidates will be expected, in due course, to register as a professional engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta. Interested candidates should send a curriculum vitae, names of three references, a statement of current and future research interests as well as a specific research plan, and three papers most relevant to research interests, to: Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2G8. Applications will be accepted until August 15, 2003. Information about the department can be found at http://www.mece.ualberta.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

THE DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, MCGILL UNIVERSITY
invites applications for a tenure-track position in the area of Mechanical Design at the Assistant, or possibly Associate Professor level. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a design-related discipline, besides a commitment to mechanical design in particular, and to design in general. The successful candidate will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical design and design theory and methodology. He/she will also be expected to develop an independent program that will balance sponsored research with a design activity, besides contributing to new and existing research activities in the Department. This position is sponsored by NSERC (Canada's Natural Science and Engineering Research Council) Chair in Design Engineering. It is expected that the successful candidate will obtain membership in a Canadian professional engineering association. Information about the Department and McGill University can be found by visiting our web site www.mcgill.ca/mecheng. Applicants should submit not later than August 15, 2003, a detailed resume, a clear and concise statement (maximum 2 pages) of teaching, design and research interests and objectives, as well as the name, address, e-mail coordinates and telephone number of three professional references. All application material should be sent to Prof. Arun K. Misra , Chair, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, McGill University, 817 Sherbrooke Street West , Montreal, QC, Canada, H3A 2K6. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. McGill University is committed to equity in employment.

SENIOR CONTACT ENGINEER (multiple openings)
40 hrs./wk.; 8 am-5 pm; $66,000/yr. Job requires: Master's degree in Engineering Mechanics & 1 yr. experience in Job Offered or as a Formability Engineer. Job also reqs.: 1) Experience analyzing sheetmetal stamped parts for formability using HYPERMESH, ABAQUS, & AutoForm finite element codes. Job duties: Perform math-based simulation of formability of automotive body sheetmetal stamped parts in early design phase of vehicle program. Use HYPERMESH, ABAQUS, & AutoForm finite element codes to perform both two-dimensional & three-dimensional formability analysis based on part geometry. Provide feedback to die engineers, release engineers, & designers. Assess potential splitting, wrinkling, excessive thinning, & springback of part design & suggest product/process modifications to balance product performance & formability requirements. Review math-based simulations in virtual vehicle build assessments. Communicate results & make recommendations to program team. Qualified applicants should send resume & verification of reqs. to: MDCD/ESA, P.O. Box 11170, Detroit, MI 48202-1170, Ref. #210740. Employer paid ad.

POHANG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor level. Preference will be given to candidates with background in the following areas: (1) MEMS/Nano-engineering/Nano-physics, (2) Fluid Mechanics, (3) nano/micro fluidics related to BT/NT and (4) Bio-engineering/Applied Biology. Appointments at higher ranks may be considered for exceptional candidates with a strong, established record of achievements. Successful candidates are expected to teach and guide undergraduate/graduate students, develop and perform funded research programs in his/her major areas. An earned doctorate is required. Candidates must possess either Korean citizenship or eligibility to obtain visa for extended stay in Korea. Applications should include: (1) a resume with a photo and a publication record, (2) recommendation letters sent directly from at least three references, (3) transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), (4) a detailed description of research interests and plans, (5) representative publications. For full consideration, applications should be received by July 31, 2003. Address all correspondence to Prof. J.W. Lee, Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology, Pohang 790-784, South Korea. For information about the Department, please visit http://www.me.postech.ac.kr/.

PROJECT ENGINEER (multiple openings)
40 hrs./wk.; 8:00 am-4:30 pm; $65,330/yr. Job requires: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering & 2 yrs. experience in Job Offered or as a Mechanical Engineer. Job also reqs.: 1) Experience performing crash analysis of automotive structures; 2) Exp. using HYPERMESH to generate computer finite element models; & 3) Exp. using DYNA-3D for crash analysis. Exp. reqs. may be met concurrently during the same 2-yr. period. Job duties: Create computer models of vehicle designs using HYPERMESH. Utilize computer models to simulate vehicle crash events using DYNA-3D. Utilize computer models to simulate various loads on vehicle body structure & determine stress levels & body structure stiffness. Use simulations described above & results to provide design guidance to Corporate engineering team to ensure that vehicle body structure meets requirements. Qualified applicants should send resume & verification of reqs. to: MDCD/ESA, P.O. Box 11170, Detroit, MI 48202-1170, Ref. #210263. Employer paid ad.

ENG'G MANAGER
Concepts NREC sks Eng'g Mgr in Woburn, MA. Pos. involves overall mgmt of multi-discipline turbomachinery design + dev't projects in line w/tech req's, contract specs, cost+schedule targets & towards ISO 9001. Coord. work w/ Eng'g + Operations groups to meet project goals. Work w/ sales & senior mgmt to develop new business. Also work w/ blueprints, CAD, ProEngineer, and Microsoft Office. Some travel involved. Must hold BSME or related technical degree + 8 yrs related mgmt exp. Send resume to Concepts ETI, 217 Billings Farm Rd., White River Jct., VT 05001.

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