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Manhattan College Professor, Honored with Chair’s Award from Prominent Engineering Organization – Manhattan College News
Manhattan College proudly announced that Dr. Walter Saukin, a faculty member in its School of Engineering for over 40 years, was selected for theChairs Awardfrom the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC-NY). The recognition honors Saukin for his commitment to introducing young learners to the science of engineering through his never-ending energy and diligent work in the engineering industry.
Saukins accomplishments within the engineering community are legendary from serving as Executive Secretary of the New York Water Environment Association and being elected to its Hall of Fame, to serving on the Academic Advisory Board of the Bronx Engineering and Technical Academy (BETA), and to serving on the Advisory Board of the Yonkers School System. But, along with his decades of teaching engineering students at Manhattan College, it is his commitment to the creation of high school outreach programs for recruiting and developing students passions for engineering over the past four decades that truly epitomize Saukins ability to reach out to young people and instill in them a love of engineering and, by extension, all the STEM (science/technology/engineering/math) subjects.
The current high school programs, held during summers on the Manhattan College campus, draw 120 students from an application pool of approximately 600 with a particular focus on young women and minority students. Historically, 84% of those students who participate in the program enter the engineering industry and 97% study one of the STEM subjects in college. The opening day of the sessions bring both students and their parents to Manhattan College to get an in-depth feel for the entire program. The programs faculty come from the ranks of Manhattan Colleges highly-regarded School of Engineering along with representatives from many of New Yorks leading engineering firms.
Said Dr. Saukin, I want to give students a solid understanding of the engineering world, but I also want to give them a life perspective. As someone who grew up in the South Bronx with immigrant parents who had little formal education, I know how empowering education is. Learning how to learn is the key to so much in life.
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President of Manhattan College and an engineering alum of the School, said, Having a teacher such as Walter is an extraordinary opportunity. His passion, his humor, his love of learning, and his love of athletics is infectious. Every student who is in one of his classes be it high school or college is so fortunate.
The Manhattan College Summer Engineering Awareness Program will be in full-swing again this year with three sessions throughout the summer beginning at the end of June and going through the end of July.
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Wright State’s graduate engineering programs ranked as among the best in nation by U.S. News for 2024 – Wright State Newsroom
Seven Wright State University graduate engineering programs are ranked by U.S. News and World Report as among the best in the nation for 2024.
The 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings are based on expert opinions about program excellence and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a schools faculty, research and students and their post-graduate outcomes.
Wright State University offers more than 150 graduate programs, many of which are nationally recognized and offer coursework and research opportunities led by world-class faculty, said Subhashini Ganapathy, Ph.D., dean of the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies. We are proud to offer a range of flexible program options that significantly increase accessibility for anyone interested in pursuing graduate studies. Our graduate programs provide an excellent opportunity for students to pursue advanced degrees while balancing work, family and other responsibilities.
Wright States College of Engineering and Computer Science was ranked the 167th best overall engineering school, out of the 199 programs that participated in the rankings.
Seven graduate programs offered by Wright States College of Engineering and Computer Science were included in the Best Graduate School rankings:
The Master of Science in Aerospace Systems Engineering provides graduate study opportunities focused on theoretical study and practical experience in aerospace systems engineering. The program distinguishes itself from others by requiring an interdisciplinary minor in a relevant aerospace area, providing students with a strong systems understanding necessary in the aerospace industry.
The Master of Sciences in Industrial and Human Factors Engineering is a highly customizable degree that can be completed entirely or partially online through distance-learning courses. Students plan a custom course of study in logistics and supply chain, human factors and ergonomics, and data science. The program prepares working professionals with skills to effectively design and operate a variety of systems in such fields as health care, manufacturing, aerospace, distribution and retail.
Earlier this year, U.S. News ranked Wright States online Master of Science in Industrial and Human Factors Engineering 37th out of 108 programs nationally in its Best Online Graduate Programs rankings for 2024.
The 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings from U.S. News also recognized the part-time Master of Business Administration offered by Wright States Raj Soin College of Business, ranking the program in the 244 to 269 range.
Earlier this year, Fortune also ranked Wright States part-time MBA program as among the best for 2024.
In July, the Raj Soin College of Business plans to launch a new accelerated business essential MBA module that will provide students an opportunity to test out of foundation courses. It is a new offering to accelerate students past the foundation courses.
Wright States Master of Business Administration program develops managers and leaders whose understanding and vision encompass the total organization. Graduates work effectively within and across functional areas and understand the entire organization and its environment.
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Mike Mooney recognized with Martin S. Kapp Foundation Engineering Award – Mines Newsroom
Mooney was recognized for innovations in forward prediction of tunnel-induced ground deformation and tunnel boring machine cutting-tool wear applied to overcome very complex urban conditions on the Northeast Boundary Tunnel project in Washington, D.C. Mooney and his team implemented prediction tools that addressed challenges and quantified spatial uncertainty.
The Martin S. Kapp Foundation Engineering Award honors contributions to design or construction of foundations, earthworks, retaining structures or underground construction. Emphasis is placed on constructed works in which serious difficulties were overcome or substantial economics were achieved.
Mooney leads the Center for Underground at Mines and is the director of the Underground Construction and Tunnel Engineering graduate degree program. His research and teaching focuses on planning, analysis, design, construction, monitoring and rehabilitation of tunnels, underground civil structures and other infrastructure systems. Mooney is a licensed professional engineer and provides technical expertise to project owners, designers, contractors and equipment suppliers. He holds a PhD in civil engineering from Northwestern University, a masters degree in civil engineering from University of California, Irvine and bachelors degrees in civil engineering from Washington University in St. Louis in physics from Hastings College.
ASCE represents more than 160,000 civil engineers in 177 countries. Founded in 1852, it is the U.S.s oldest national civil engineering society.
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Distribution Engineering Director at Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative – Hughesville, MD – T&D World
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Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has an immediate opening for a Distribution Engineering Director. The primary functions of this position are to:
Desired applicant traits, to be successful in this position, include a positive attitude, initiative, confidence, strong technical knowledge base, ability to technically teach and train engineering staff, self-starter, planning and organization, problem solving ability, team building, and technology leadership.
Candidates are required to have a Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited engineering college or university in an electric engineering discipline. A MD Professional Engineering license, or the ability to obtain such license within one year via reciprocity from another State licensing board, is preferred.
Candidates are required to have a minimum of ten years progressive work experience with in the engineering, construction, or operations department of an electric utility or equivalent engineering consulting firm. A practical working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), electric utility system planning, engineering, construction, accounting procedures, and operations practices, along with a demonstrated working knowledge of electric utility related and MS Office software applications.
The salary range for this position is $120,600-$205,200. SMECO offers an excellent benefits program including a 401k 6% dollar for dollar match and additional 3% non-elective company contribution.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
Interested candidates should apply via SMECOs website at http://www.smeco.coop/careers.
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IonQ Appoints Dean Kassmann as Head of Engineering and Technology Division – ExecutiveBiz
Quantum computing company IonQ has named Dean Kassmann as senior vice president of its newly formed engineering and technology division.
The College Park, Maryland-based firm said Friday that Kassmann previously served as vice president of engineering.
According toPeter Chapman, president and CEO of IonQ, Kassman has played key roles in some of the companys most important achievements over the past two years and his technical and business expertise make him the ideal candidate to lead the companys engineering and technology division.
Dr. Kassmanns leadership has been instrumental in driving our key initiatives forward, and his vision for the future of quantum computing aligns perfectly with our strategic goals, the chief executive shared.
Since joining IonQ in late 2021, the technology expert and his team have filed a total of 188 U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Kassmanns professional experience also includes leadership positions at the aerospace company Blue Origin. He also had stints as a business analyst at Amazon and a senior technologist at Aspen Technology.
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CMG Technologies boss calls for more women to join the engineering sector – Powder Injection Moulding International
Rachel Garrett is keen to encourage more women to join the engineering sector (Courtesy CMG Technologies)
Rachel Garrett, Managing Director of CMG Technologies, based in Woodbridge, UK, has issued a call for more women to join the engineering sector. On International Women in Engineering Day, June 23, she was joined in the call by nine other women in her team, who today account for approximately 30% of CMGs workforce.
I couldnt think of a more exciting industry to work in than engineering. Behind the exciting tools, big machines, sparks and sounds are fascinating people with a genuine passion for what they do, Garrett stated. **But with that in mind, it feels a real shame that just 29% of people working in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) sector are women. In engineering on its own, Id say the figure is probably even lower.
Garrett has been in the industry for nearly twenty years, starting in factory roles at CMG (then Egide UK) and working through the ranks before the completion of a management buyout in 2013.
Im pleased to say that not once have I ever struggled as a woman in the industry. People are so supportive, she added. Everyone in the industry works for the same goal crafting new creations or finding solutions to problems through the power of technology. Its a collaborative workforce of people who all want to see each other achieve. I would love to see more women join it, especially young people.
CMG is a leading Metal Injection Moulding producer, as well as offering metal Additive Manufacturing and debinding & sintering surfaces. The company was acquired by the worlds largest MIM producer, Indo-MIM, in 2023.
The theme for this years International Women in Engineering Day is #EnhancedByEngineering, and Garrett is keen to inspire more young people through future school visits this year to spread the message. The most amazing thing about engineering is how it has the ability to change the world. The things you create can make a huge difference to peoples lives, Garrett added. I would hate to think of all the talented people missing out because they dont feel theyd be welcomed.
The next woman to put in an application for a job could go on to become an internationally-revered, prize-winning engineer thats how limitless the opportunities are.
As an employer, CMG has also garnered attention for initiatives such as the adoption of a four-day week in 2015.
Weve got such a great work dynamic here at CMG, she said. Its something Im really proud of and it perfectly captures what the industry is all about.
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Engineering Week begins at Webster Parish Libraries Discovery Camp – Minden Press-Herald
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June 24 marks the beginning of the third week of Discovery Camp at Webster Parish Libraries. This is Engineering Week, featuring a variety of fun, educational activities across different branches.
The week kicks off on Monday with a performance by Lady Chops at the Minden main branch at 10 AM and another at the Doyline branch at 3 PM. Lady Chops offers an interactive, family-friendly musical performance enjoyable for both children and adults.
The Heflin branch will host Building with Beans at 3:30 PM, providing a creative way for participants to explore engineering principles and structural stability by constructing structures using jellybeans.
The Springhill branch will feature Paper Airplane Building & Flying at 4 PM, where attendees can craft paper airplanes from various types of paper and add items to see how far they will fly.
On Tuesday, Lady Chops will perform at the Springhill branch at 10 AM. The Minden main branch will hold High Flying Airplanes at 10 AM, challenging participants to construct straw and paper airplanes. In the afternoon, the branch will host the Egg-Cellent Engineering Egg Drop Challenge at 4 PM, where attendees will design contraptions to protect an egg from a fall.
Wednesdays activities include a movie day at the Springhill branch with Under the Stars. The Heflin branch will hold Build a Plane at 3:30 PM, where participants will explore aerodynamics and engineering by designing their own airplanes with simple materials. The Cotton Valley branch will feature Bridge Building at 4 PM, challenging attendees to construct a weight-bearing paper bridge.
On Thursday, the Minden main branch will host Bridge Breakers at 10 AM, where participants can test the strength of their gumball and toothpick bridges. The Doyline branch will host Build with Beans at 2 PM, the Sibley branch will feature Engineering Bean Towers at 3 PM, and the Springhill branch will hold an Egg Drop Challenge at 2 PM.
The week concludes with Lets Make Bubbles at the Springhill branch at 2 PM. Participants will make their own bubble solutions and test them outside for a fun-filled afternoon.
There are always exciting activities at your local library. The final week of Discovery Camp, Mathematics Week, starts July 1.
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Matrix New World Engineering Leader Interviewed On Innovation In The Global Energy Sector – InsiderNJ
Baton Rouge, LA Madeline Murphy, P.G., CPG, Senior Regulatory Specialist, Matrix New World Engineering was interviewed for The Idea Villages Innovation x Baton Rouge Area Carbon Reduction Alliance.
The goal of this initiative is to build a strong pipeline of climate tech companies in Louisiana who can help drive the global energy sectors shift to net-zero greenhouse emissions. The Idea Village and BRAC seek to deepen relationships with local energy industry leaders with a lens on innovation and ways to effectively work with startups. To drive sustainable economic growth while mitigating the risk of climate change, it is important that industry stakeholders pain points, technical challenges, needs, and business models are understood; we believe the most successful new climate technologies will be developed when industry leaders are actively working hand-in-hand with venture-backable startups to move towards a global shift in reduced carbon and greenhouse emissions, together.
Topics of conversation included renewable energy, optimization, infrastructure, and deployment, carbon capture, and many more. Murphy further clarified, Matrix envisions a better future through engineering and scientific ingenuity. Matrix is utilizing our existing expertise and applying various skills in new ways to facilitate carbon reduction.
According to Jayne Warne, PE, Matrix President, Matrix strives to offer best practices in the energy sector. Madeline is a wonderful representative of the firm and our innovative policies toward helping the planet.
About Madeline Murphy
Ms. Murphy has over 35 years experience in the environmental industry. Her background as a state environmental regulator has allowed her to provide regulatory assistance to industrial, commercial, and municipal clients for solid waste, hazardous waste, and water quality compliance. Her experience includes preparation of solid waste permits, renewals, modifications (minor and major), including operational plans, closure plans, closure/post-closure cost estimates, and preparation of annual solid waste certification of compliance documents. She has developed beneficial use/reuse permits for industrial clients in the States of Louisianan and Mississippi for both commercial and agricultural reuse. She has prepared water quality documents including National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Louisiana Pollution Discharge Elimination System (LPDES) permit renewal applications, stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), spill pollution control and countermeasure plans (SPCC), and 316(b) responses.
About The Idea Village
The Idea Village is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to helping startup founders across the Gulf Coast scale their ventures. For 20+ years, the Idea Village Team has committed itself to building a robust startup ecosystem in New Orleans and across the Gulf South. Their work actively advances the regions economic development harnessing talent, creating jobs, and fueling startup activity. The organization boasts 300+ later-stage alumni across the Gulf Region. Following their time at the Village, these startups have achieved remarkable milestones, such as participating in other industry-leading accelerators, securing over $1 million in venture funding, building teams of up to 500+ people and more.
About Baton Rouge Area Chamber
The Baton Rouge area Chamber is a regional economic development organization. BRAC represents the nine-parish Capital Region of Ascension, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana Parishes. They work with local and state entities to advance economic development for everyone. BRACs work is funded and guided by dedicated Capital Region businesses that choose to invest in the organization.
About Matrix New World Engineering
Matrix New World Engineering is a company of engineering and science experts who focus on some of the nations most pressing long-term challenges, including climate change, resiliency, ecological restoration, compliance, sustainability, contamination studies and remediation, water supply, disaster response, and urban revitalization. Matrix believes solving environmental challenges through careful planning and engineering is an indispensable measure of success.
Matrix has offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Arizona, Louisiana, and Chicago, coupled with project experience throughout the United States and the Caribbean.
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CIOs take note: Platform engineering teams are the future core of IT orgs – CIO
Bob Simms, director, Enterprise Infrastructure Delivery Office, USPTO
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And then theres Sanjay Srivastava, chief digital strategist at Genpact, who says that platform engineering allows them to build a common pipeline and methodology for every product they deploy. We found this particularly helpful when it comes to skills and talent, which are hard to find and retain, he says, and there are many positions to fill.
The core roles in a platform engineering team range from infrastructure engineers, software developers, and DevOps tool engineers, to database administrators, quality assurance, API and security engineers, and product architects. In some cases teams may also include site reliability engineers, scrum masters, UI/UX designers, and analysts who assess performance data to identify bottlenecks. And according to Joe Atkinson, chief products and technology officer at PwC, these teams offer a long list of benefits to IT organizations, including building and maintaining scalable, flexible infrastructure and tools that enable efficient operations; developing standardized frameworks, libraries, and tools to enable rapid software development; cutting costs by consolidating infrastructure resources; and ensuring security and compliance at the infrastructure level.
Platform engineering teams work closely with both IT and business teams, fostering collaboration within the organization, he says.
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Humanoid robot with highest operational time in tests by US logistics giant – Interesting Engineering
One of the worlds largest logistics provider, GXO, has partnered with Apptronik, a robot manufacturer. The collaboration aims to explpre Apptroniks Apollo humanoid robots use in warehouses.
With the capacity of operating on swappable batteries, the machine offers highest operational time of any humanoid robot.
Apollo is powered by linear actuators that mimic the mechanics of human muscles and provide a full range of mobility.
The robot can carry 55 pounds of weight and stands 58 tall. The machine can work safely around and directly with people with its unique force control architecture and flexible safety zone perimeter.
The companies claimed that together, they are evaluating the overall performance of the robot in a lab setting to further fine-tune Apptroniks AI model before deploying the technology to a U.S. distribution center once ready.
Its unique force control architecture and flexible safety zone perimeter allow Apollo to work safely around and directly with people.
Were excited to partner with Apptronik to develop their AI-enabled humanoid robot. Apollo has great potential to add value throughout the distribution center, including the most labor-intensive operational processes, said Adrian Stoch, Chief Automation Officer, GXO.
These kinds of robotics reduce repetitive work and improve safety while freeing associates to focus on higher-value-added activities. As we progress on our R&D journey with Apptronik, well also be evaluating its capability for other critical use cases along the way.
The humanoid partnership with Apptronik is the second for GXO, the leader in warehouse automation and a first mover in the AI-driven automation space. In 2023, GXO increased its total units of warehouse automation by about 50% year over year and trialed a broad range of new hardware and software solutions, which include AI-powered robotics and autonomous vehicles.
Our mission is to build versatile robots that can do work in real-world applications from large, powerful movements like transporting boxes and totes to small, precise ones like picking individual items or scanning barcodes, said Jeff Cardenas, co-founder & CEO of Apptronik.
Thats why were committed to helping technology leader GXO optimize its logistics operations and create an even safer, more engaging workplace for its employees with the help of Apollo. The two phases of this R&D program represent essential steps toward the launch of an innovative scalable automation solution for GXO.
Apollo, a humanoid robot built to work alongside people in environments, culminated from the design and development of over 10 general purpose robots, including extensive work on NASA Valkyrie.
Apptroniks goal is to introduce the next generation of robots that will change the way people live and work, while tackling some of our worlds largest challenges.
The company claims that Apollo will operate in warehouses and manufacturing plants in the near term eventually extending into construction, oil and gas, electronics production, retail, home delivery, elder care and countless more areas.
Apollo is the first commercial humanoid robot that was designed for friendly interaction, mass manufacturability, high payloads and safety, according to the company.
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