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25th WJS Electronic Newsletter May 2008

Welcome to the 25th WJS E-mail Newsletter!

This issue contains:

1. Branches

Branch meetings offer brilliant opportunities to network and gain valuable CPD?

WJS Meetings offer the opportunity to network, socialise, and gain valuable CPD which can be verified. Please see local information for CPD** events.

**Continuing Professional Development CPD - updates your professional knowledge and improves professional competence. CPD demonstrates your commitment to being professional, keeping up to date and continuously seeking to improve and is a key to optimizing your career opportunities by broadening your knowledge and skills.

Branch Programmes for 2008

Please see our website for the 2008 Branch programme lists
wjs_events.html

Local Branch News - from your area!

Eastern Counties - Co-operation

The EC Branch has managed to hold some joint meetings, specifically with the local IoM3 and the Rae. We did this primarily to try and boost numbers attending events. The joint event has also exposure member to a wider range of technologies, which we believe is a good thing. However, setting up such meetings, especially the first one has not proved easy. Any hints would be appreciated. John Weston weston559@btinternet.com

Do you need to advertise local Branch events or distribute local information?

If branches would like to contribute to the newsletter or advertise events/news from their area please send information to tom.howes@twi.co.uk

Leeds and District Branch of the WJS Technical Meeting

The Physical Agents (Electro Magnetic Field) Directive 2004

by Geoff Melton of TWI

Geoff will explain the proposed EC directive covering the magnetic fields generated while welding. What precautions should be taken and the development of new welding power sources. This will be followed by The Leeds and District Branch Annual General Meeting.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Laburnum Suite, Cedar Court Hotel, Mayo Ave Off Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD5 8HZ
at 7.30pm Thursday 15th May 2008

Enquiries to leeds_wjs@msn.com
or
David Dutch (07870472065)

NON MEMBERS WELCOME

2. Younger members

YMC Committee change

There has been a recent change to our younger members committee. Amir Bahrami CEng MWeldI stepped down as Chair at the end of March and Dr Richard Freeman CEng MWeldI was appointed at the beginning of April.

A number of new faces joined the Abington committee in April including Christophe Berre, Matthew Dore, and Angelique Raude.

Our YMC are moving through a transition phase and we look forward to regional reps from a number of branches joining the committee at the next meeting on 19th May 2008. We really hope to build networks in local areas.

Regional reps for your area:

East Midlands Dr Chris Dungey Christopher.dungey@rolls-royce.com
London Daniel Weeks Daniel.weeks@shawgrp.com
North Scottish Dave Stewart davestewart38@hotmail.com
Northumbria David Hodgson hodgson_david@cat.com
Teeside Jayne Taylor jayne.ukis@virgin.net
Eastern Counties Philippa Moore philippa.moore@twi.co.uk
Kent Robert Field rob@palatineprecision.co.uk
Manchester Stephen Billing stephen.billing@ins-innovation.com
Manchester Steve Jones steve.jones@uk.royalsun.com
Scottish Stuart Ward stuart.ward@petrology.com
West Midlands Vickie Farron Vickie.farron@doosonbabcock.com

Sheffield Event - Engineering at the cutting edge

Saturday, October 18th 2008

WJS Sheffield, together with the University of Sheffield's Dept. of Engineering Materials, presents a celebration of Sheffield's engineering heritage, an insight into the research and development capabilities flourishing within the region and a foretaste of the exciting careers available in the fields of engineering and metallurgy. Combining a series of informal talks and lectures followed by a dinner at Sheffield Town Hall, 'Engineering at the Cutting Edge' promises to be an exciting, informative and enjoyable event not to be missed at all costs!

Please contact Stephen Cater or Mark Roughsedge on 0114 269 9046

Further details on e181008wjs.pdf

Richard Dolby - Rolls-Royce Award

This award has been established and designed specifically for younger members. Named after a former Director of Research and Technology at TWI and sponsored by Rolls-Royce plc it is awarded by the Younger Members' Committee (YMC) of The Welding Institute to a person (or group of people, if involved in a joint project) demonstrating success in, and enthusiasm for, welding, joining and/or materials engineering at an early stage of their career.

Those eligible must have no more than five years experience after completing full time education and should be a member of The Welding & Joining Society.

The winner of the first prize was Duncan Scaife. Duncan was presented with his award at The Welding Institute AGM on 11 July 2007.

The next prize of £1000 will be awarded in 2009 please watch this space for future application forms. For more information please contact sarah.welch@twi.co.uk

3. TWI Technical Group meetings

Members and non-members are welcome to Technical Group meetings. The organisers for each group are drawn from The Welding Institute Professional/WJS Members and TWI's industrial membership teams. Speakers will include a blend of leading academic researchers and engineering practitioners who will offer a unique insight and perspective into the technical area being discussed.

Each Technical Group has an annual meeting and attendance gives you CPD, information sharing and networking opportunities.

Details of meetings, venues and times can be found on our events section.
www.twiprofessional.com/professional/news/index.jsp

wjs_techgroups.html

Materials Group

The next Materials Technical Group meeting will be held at Abington on 27 November 2008.
Further details will be available on wjs_tg3_materials.html

On the same web page is a link to the previous Materials Technical Group meeting on 'Materials Issues on Creep Service' on wjs_tg3_report2007.html

4. Institute of Rail Welding (IORW)

The 14th Technical Meeting of the Institute of Rail Welding 'Innovations in flash butt welding of rail' will be on Wednesday 26 November 2008, Wolverhampton. Further details will be on www.iorw.org/e26112008.html

5. Meetings, seminars and conferences

Current details on: twidiary.html

Introduction to behavioural safety
14 May 2008, Workington
Organised by Nexia Solutions Ltd as part of the North West Supply Chain project

7th International Friction Stir Welding Symposium
Tuesday 20 to Thursday 22 May 2008
Awaji Island, Hyogo, Japan

EPPIC/NMI Packaging Seminar
Tuesday 3 June 2008, Abington

Introduction to engineering design in the nuclear industry
11 June 2008, Stretton (Warrington)
Organised by Nexia Solutions Ltd as part of the North West Supply Chain project

17th International Conference
'Computer Technology in Welding and Manufacturing',
Tuesday 17 - Thursday 19 June 2008, University of Cranfield, UK

The Metal Industry's 1st Technical Conference on Industrialized Magnetic Pulse Welding and Forming
3 July 2008, Munich Germany

Offshore Oil & Gas Technical Group Meeting (Title TBC)
September 2008 (TBC)

4th International TWI/EWI Seminar on
'Joining of Aerospace Materials'
on e1-2102008_promo.pdf Wednesday 1 - Thursday 2 October 2008, Toulouse, France
Call for papers on e1-2102008_call.html

Engineering at the cutting edge

Saturday 18 October 2008, University of Sheffield
Contact Stephen Cater or Mark Roughsedge on 0114 269 9046
Details on e181008wjs.pdf

TWI Annual dinner (invitation only)
Tuesday 4 November 2008, London

Pressure & Process Plant Technical Group Meeting,
Assessment and repair of pressure equipment
Postponed until Autumn 2008, Abington

TWI/DVS Conference 'Joining Plastics'
on e19-20112008.pdf
Wednesday 19 - Thursday 20 November 2008, Abington, UK

Materials Technical Group Meeting
'Materials Issues in Weld Integrity'
Thursday 27 November 2008, Abington

6. Job vacancies

Trainee Lecturer (08/08) - Training & Examination Services
TWI, Granta Park, Cambridge, UK
Closing Date 31st May 2008M

TWI is the world leader in training for NDT inspection and welding personnel, working in over 60 countries, providing internationally recognised certification to individuals, industrial organisations and Governments.

Looking to start a career with real prospects?

We have an opportunity for trainees to embark upon a four year development path to become Lecturers within our busy TES group. We have two roles available. One will be based at our Abington site, the other in at our TWI Technology Centre North East, Middlesbrough.

Your training will encompass the following elements:

On the job training and work shadowing in all areas covered by our training school so that a specialist training field may be chosen (in conjunction with your manager) to aid future development.

Time out from work to complete TWI training to become qualified in your chosen field of study (e.g. NDT, Welding Inspection, Painting and coatings).

Placements within industry to build up relevant and knowledge within your chosen field.

Whilst you're working with us, you will be exposed to the full breadth of training activities undertaken by our busy training group. Initially, your role within the team will be a supportive one; assisting with the preparation of our training courses and providing hands on assistance to ensure our courses are delivered smoothly. Overtime and with significant training and development, your responsibilities will be increased up to the stage where you will be able to play a more significant role in the actual delivery of training material.

We are looking for college-level candidates who have gained, or are expected to achieve Grade C or above in 3 A-level subjects (preferably to include a Science subject), or candidates with equivalent qualifications.

ICT skills are important, along with the motivation to achieve and the eagerness to learn.

For further information about our Training and Examination Services please visit www.twitraining.com

TWI offers a career at the cutting edge of materials joining technology, operating in a variety of industry sectors from aerospace, to oil and gas, and power. We offer a commitment to continuous professional development, including training linked specifically to the requirements of your role and opportunities for advancement through technical, managerial or business development roles.

To apply for UK vacancies, please send your CV and covering letter, clearly stating the reference number of the post you are applying for and quoting your current salary.

Please quote reference: WJS Newsletter/TWI website

For vacancies outside the UK please apply to the local office address listed in the advert.

7. Engineering Technician (EngTech)

There is high and growing demand in a wide range of engineering-related fields for registered Engineering Technicians. Registered Engineering Technicians (EngTechs) are usually well paid, are vital and highly valued members of engineering teams, and enjoy secure futures with many opportunities for professional development.

EngTech is a valuable, portable, internationally recognised award. You use EngTech after your name, so your professionalism stands out. EngTech is protected by the Engineering Council's Royal Charter so EngTech can only be used by registered technicians.

Anyone of any age working in an engineering or construction field with knowledge and understanding of technical matters at around NVQ3/ONC level who can show competence and experience and commitment to professional standards can apply to be registered as an EngTech. For further information please contact lois.appleyard@twi.co.uk

8. Engineer listings in the telegraph

For a number of years lists of newly registered engineers have been published on the first Thursday in March, June, September and December in The Times, The Daily Telegraph and, for new registrants resident in Scotland, The Scotsman.

Due to a price restructure by The Times which has made publication costs prohibitive, lists will only appear in The Daily Telegraph and The Scotsman. The latest publication was on Thursday 6 March 2008 and includes those registered between 28 November 2007 and 26 February 2008.

9. ECUK Calls for government recognition of professional engineers

7 May, 2008 ECUK

Andrew Ramsay, Chief Executive Officer of the Engineering Council UK (ECUK), today called on government to introduce statutory recognition of the professional titles Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and Engineering Technician (EngTech). He did so while giving evidence before a major inquiry into engineering by the House of Commons Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee.

To read the complete article please see the ECUK website www.engc.org.uk/news/default.aspx

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