Table of Contents

1. All Majors : Summer 2008 Salary Data and Economic News © Cici Mattiuzzi
2. All Majors : Summer 2008 Salary Data Chart
3. All Majors : Take Career Planning Class This Fall!
4. All Majors : Fall 2008 ECS BBQ!
5. CE, CM : Oregon Department of Transportation Hosting Lunch with Jobs on Friday 9/12 in RVR 2018
6. All Majors : ACM Meeting Today! - Resumes and Prep for Upcoming Career Events!
7. All Majors : Quality SW Development Conference on October 10th Almost Full!
8. All Majors : Clean Energy Showcase Event at CSUS on Friday Sept. 26th! Lots of Companies!
9. All Majors : Campus Career Center Happenings
10. All Majors : Interview Schedule Update for Fall 2008
11. CE, CM, ME : Schilling Robotics is hiring!
12. CE, ME, MET : California Air Resources Board is Hiring- They Want You to Apply!
13. CE, CM, ME, MET : Kiewit Pacific Co is interviewing CE CM ME METs Today- October 15, 2008
14. CE, CM : C. Overaa & Company is interviewing on October 21, 2008
15. EEE, ME : NEC Electronics America Inc. is interviewing on October 22, 2008
16. CE, CM, MET : Meade Construction Group, Inc. is interviewing on October 28
17. CPE, EEE, ME : NAVSEA is interviewing on October 29, 2008
18. CE, CM, ME : General Construction Company is interviewing on November 13, 2008
19. EEE : TriQuint Semiconductor Inc. is hiring...
20. CS : Software Development Company is Hiring Developers for the Roseville Area.
21. CPE, EEE : Engineer position at ProCurve
22. All Majors : Post Your Resume- Students and Alumni are Getting Hired!
23. All Majors, Alumni : Students and Alumni - Got Hired? Report Your Offers!

There is good news and bad news in the economy right now.  Demand for engineering and computer science graduates is holding steady nationwide for the time being.  There is cause for concern with the cooling economy, rising oil prices, and the California budget stalemate and budget deficit.  

First the bad news: Overall unemployment has been climbing for seven straight months.  The California Employment Development Department reported that the unemployment rate for the state was 7.3% in August, up from 5.6% just a year ago. That represents a hefty jump. The Sacramento-Arden-Arcade-Roseville Metropolitan Area unemployment rate for the same period is 7.6%.  This region lost 9700 jobs in the month of July alone! The national unemployment rate stands at 6.0%.

The economy definitely has developed a case of the flu and it may be dangerous to your career to assume that the technical disciplines will not be affected in the longer term.  

Because there is uncertainty in the economy students and alumni looking to start internships or career positions will need to start early and work fast to get in before the situation worsens, which it very well could.  It will take skill to maneuver the job market if there is a significant disruption in the force.  Government, the largest employer of civil engineering graduates and a significant employer in this region of all other majors, reported a very large decline over the 30 day period between June 2008 and July 2008, with a loss of 7300 jobs. As a reaction to the budget deficit and stalemate the governor declared a hiring freeze on all state hiring in August.  This is worrisome at best.  Many engineering and computer science student assistants were laid off as a result of the freeze over the summer.

What can you do? It is time to work on getting hired in a good solid place as soon as possible.  Taking a career planning class (CE/ME/EEE 194 or CS 192) is definitely a good idea.  Watch the job listings, and list of companies interviewing on the ECS Career Services Web weekly. Take advantage of fall job fairs. Join one of the professional organizations associated with your major- IEEE, ASME, ASCE, ACM, SAE, ITE, EWB, CMSA... You will develop the skills that employers are most interested in- team, organization, leadership and communication as well as keeping abreast of the latest technology and professional issues through your association.

Here is the good news: The latest information from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), the Summer 2008 Salary Survey, indicates that the market is still solid for technical majors. Engineering and Computer Science 2008 graduates continued to fare well throughout the summer. Actually, the average salaries for new college graduates across all majors- technical and non-technical continue to climb.    According to NACE, “salaries continue to rise in many disciplines, including many that appeared flat in the spring... overall average to all college graduates, regardless of major, has increased by 7.1 percent over last summer’s average for all graduates-  $46,387 to 49,693.” 

The starting average salary for computer science (CS) grads is up 13.1% to $60.416.  The offers to CS grads in software design and development came in at an average of $63,965. 

Graduates as a group in the engineering disciplines gained 6.3% increase in average salaries from the summer 2007 average salaries.  with average offers climbing from $53,777 to $57,168.

The nationwide average salary offer to civil engineering (CE) graduates increased by 6.4% to $51,632.  

The nationwide average salary offer to electrical engineering (EEE) new graduates averaged $56,910, 2.9% higher than last summer.  

Computer engineering (CpE) graduate average starting salaries are at $59,576 up 6.0%.   

Mechanical engineering graduates (ME/MET) saw a 5.3% increase with average offers of $57,009.  

Construction management (CM) average starting salaries are at $51,776 jumping 10.3% nationwide from summer 2007.  

Salaries for CSUS graduates tend to run closer to the 90% as shown on the chart below due to the fact that Sacramento is in the high cost of living area of Northern California and students frequently graduate with major project experience and work experience.

Welcome back Students, Faculty & Staff!

Join in the fun at the College of Engineering & Computer Science
Fall 2008 Semester BBQ

Wednesday September 10, 2008
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Riverside Hall/Santa Clara Hall
Patio

Hamburgers, Veggie Burgers, Hot Dogs
Chips and Sodas

Anyssa Stafford
College of Engineering and Computer Science
California State University, Sacramento
Tel. 916-278-6366
Fax 916-278-5949
stafford@ecs.csus.edu
Campus Zip: 6023

Fabulous opportunity to work in a beautiful place!!!

Imagine working on a highway so beautiful or a bridge so spectacular that people come from all over the world to see it. That’s what you’ll find in Oregon.  ODOT has a huge paid internship program!  We hire 50 students each summer.  This is a great place to spend the summer and to think about planning a life here!!!  We also hire new grads and experienced civil and construction management engineers with very competitive salaries and paid moving expenses.  Great benefits- 100% employer paid!!! 

ODOT Information Session
Presents internship and career opportunities to our CE and CM majors
Friday, Sept. 12, 2008
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., RVR 2018
ECS Conference Room
Lunch will be provided

For nearly 100 years, we’ve created, maintained and supported a strong, safe and reliable system of highways and bridges, public transit, marine, air and rail freight systems, passenger rail, and bicycle and pedestrian paths. When you live it, you know it — and that’s what our professionals do every day, in every part of the state. If growing by experience interests you, check out ODOT’s exciting opportunities.

Graduate Engineering Program
ODOT’s Graduate Engineering Program (GEP) is designed to develop new and recent engineering grads into professional engineering experts in a variety of technical transportation related disciplines. For up to twenty-four months, participants are provided rotational assignments throughout ODOT engineering disciplines, such as Bridge, Roadway, Traffic, Geotechnical and more, and receive a salary, a full benefits package, and mentorship from a registered PE. 

College Internship Program
Our internship program is highly competitive, garnering interest from across America. In 2008, ODOT hired students from BYU, Carnegie Mellon, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Louisiana Tech, Oregon State, Texas Southern, and the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, just to name a few. Students must be in good academic standing, enrolled in a transportation-related engineering discipline and recommended by their faculty advisors.

Guest speaker at this event: Paul Wirfs is currently the Engineering & Asset Management Unit Manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation. His current role with ODOT includes the leadership of Geotechnical Engineers, Engineering Geologists, Hazardous Material specialist, and Hydraulic Engineers, in addition to all Asset Management functions within the technical services branch.

Mr. Wirfs is a registered Civil Engineer in Oregon, Washington, and California and is a registered Environmental Engineer in Oregon.  The 4th generation native Oregonian obtained a B.S. in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University. Before joining ODOT, Mr. Wirfs worked for the California Department of Transportation in addition to the consulting positions held at private firms.  For the past 21 years, Mr. Wirfs has worked on engineering related projects across the western United States with a particular focus on bridge hydraulics, stormwater, and erosion control.  

Hello-
 
Hope you all had a restful summer.  As you know the Career Center is a busy place and this semester is no different.  We are excited about this Fall and all of our exciting events.  Below is a list of events, please share with other faculty and students. 
 
Also, I have attached a flyer for the Internship Workshops for students.  Please post and/or announce in your classes. 
 
Optimal Resume Launch
Thursday, September 11th
 12pm to 1pm,
Lobby Suite, University Union
This event is to launch the Career Center’s new online software, Optimal Resume.  With this tool students will be able to use templates to draft a resume and MUCH more.
Refreshments will be provided.
 
Career Center Open House
Wednesday, September 17th
11am to 1pm
Please stop by for refreshments and a student raffle.
 
Resume: Extreme Makeover
Wednesday, September 24th
Ballroom, University Union
Resume: Extreme Makeover is a drop-in resume clinic for students to have their resume critiqued by local employers. This once-a-semester event connects job seeking students with industry professionals who offer the “inside scoop” on building a successful resume.
 
Career Fair
Wednesday, October 1st
10am to 2pm
Ballroom, University Union
Students from all academic majors and class levels, alumni, and community members attend the Career Fairs. This fair is for employers recruiting for full-time, part-time, internship, co-op, or volunteer positions.
 
Mock Interviews
Wednesday and Thursday, October 8th and 9th
Lassen Hall 2000
**Students must sign up to participate in this event. 
Students have the chance to improve their interview skills with local employers. The student receives valuable feedback on how to improve their interviewing skills or how to capitalize on their natural talents.
 
Student Internship Panel
Wednesday, October 15th
12 noon to 1pm
Lobby Suite, University Union
Students will have the opportunity to listen to their student peers talk about their internship experiences, including how they found their internship, their experiences during their internship, as well as the do’s and don’ts. 
 
Government Agency Fair
Wednesday, October 29th
10am to 2pm
Ballroom,  University Union
This fair is open for state, federal, and local government agencies to attend. Students from all academic majors and class levels, alumni, and community members attend the Government Agency Fairs. This fair is for employers recruiting for full-time, part-time, internship, co-op, or volunteer positions.
 
Major Fair
Wednesday, November 5th
11am to 1pm
Ballroom, University Union
This event is for students to learn more about the different majors Sac State has to offer.
 
Regards,
Candace
 
Candace McGee, Manager
Internship and Student Employment Programs
The Career Center
California State University, Sacramento
P: 916.278.7207
F: 916.278.6872
www.csus.edu/careercenter
cmcgee@csus.edu

Hey Cici,

Just checking in to see how your summer is going and let you know we are still growing like crazy over here. We now have around 325 employees and as you can see from the list below, a bunch more we’d like hire. Our recruiters, Amy and Kevin may have already provided you a listing…

I visited the California Air Resources Board (http://www.arb.ca.gov)in May, and the managers noted that there were not many students from CSUS applying for positions at ARB. For students and alumni interested in internships and career positions with the CARB here is the scoop:

Permanent positions: http://arb.ca.gov/as/personnel/jobs/examvac.htm#vacancyannouncements

Apply for available positions after successfully passing an examination on the same website

Please announce to your students!

Kiewit Pacific Co will hold interviews for: Entry Level Engineer

October 15, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available)
Start time 8:00am
End time 5:00pm

Majors Sought: CE CM ME MET

Length of each interview: 30 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 


Drop resume off this morning in RVR 20014 with Anyssa
Interview to be held in RVR 2006

Please announce to your students!

C. Overaa & Company will hold interviews for: Summer Intern

October 21, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available)
Start time 1:00pm
End time 5:00pm

Majors Sought: CE CM

Length of each interview: 30 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 

Submit your resume as instructed


After reviewing the information  - Maggie White will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006
Candidates will get a phone call or email if C. Overaa & Company is interested in interview them!

NEC Electronics America Inc. is interviewing for: Associate Equipment Engineer, Associate Product Engineer, and Associate Process Engineer

October 22, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available)
Start time 8:00am
End time 6:00pm

Majors Sought: EEE ME 

Length of each interview: 

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 


After reviewing the information  - Ronald Powell will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006
Candidates will get a phone call or email if NEC Electronics America Inc. is interested in interview them!

Please announce to your students!

Meade Construction Group, Inc. will hold interviews for: Project Engineer

October 28, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available)
Start time 12:30am
End time 4:30pm

Majors Sought: CE CM MET 

Length of each interview: 

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 


After reviewing the information  - Andrew Meade will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006
Candidates will get a phone call or email if Meade Construction Group, Inc. is interested in interview them!

NAVSEA will hold interviews for: Entry Level Engineer

October 29, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available)
Start time 3:00pm
End time 5:00pm

Majors Sought: CpE EEE ME

Length of each interview: 30 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students

After reviewing the information - will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006
Candidates will get a phone call or email if NAVSEA is interested in interview them!

General Construction Company will hold interviews for:
Engineer I and Internship

November 13, 2008 (multiple interviews times are available) Start time
8:00am End time 5:00pm

Majors Sought: CE CM ME

Length of each interview: 30 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/


After reviewing the information  - Kati Donahoo will review resumes and
schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006 Candidates will get
a phone call or email if General Construction Company is interested in
interview them!

RF/Microwave, GaAs IC and module design engineering - This work entails all aspects of the design and development of WiFi and WiMAX power amplifiers (PAs) and front-end modules (FEMs) used in portable applications. FEM designs involve the integration of a broad suite of TriQuint’s RF technologies including, GaAs HBT PAs, GaAs pHEMT PAs and switches, SAW and BAW RF filters.

The design of PAs, switches and DC bias control circuitry at the GaAs IC level will be required, as well as module level design and integration. The primary CAD tools employed in our design process are ADS or AWR MO for circuit design and layout, Sonnet, Momentum or IE3D for electromagnetic simulations and AutoCAD for module substrate layouts. The design engineer will also perform device and circuit level characterization and diagnostics using the latest state of the art in RF/microwave test equipment.

The design center also designs Mobile infrastructure circuits and modules. High linearity mixers, modulators, demodulators, digital step attenuators, and switches are some examples. SiGe BiCMOS process are also utilized by the design center.

The candidate will work in our California Design Center (CADC) located in San Jose, CA. We have roughly 100 people at this location, including design as well as product engineering functions. We have a highly educated and skilled work force with a strong interactive team environment. The design center also works closely with other company design centers.

• Design, analysis and simulation of RF/Microwave circuits using ADS or AWR MO
• IC and module layout using Cadence MO and/or AutoCAD
• Device and circuit test and characterization using RF/Microwave Test Equipment
• Preparation of reports, status presentations and product documentation

• BSEE, MSEE, RF&Microwave training, > 8 yrs experience in RF design and development
• PhD preferred

• Proficient in analysis, simulation and design using CAD tools such as ADS and/or AWR
• Hands-on testing and diagnostics related RF measurement experience
• Strong familiarity with RF/Microwave test equipment and measurement techniques

• Significant experience in design & development of linear, GaAs HBT and/or pHEMT Power Amplifiers
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation using Sonnet, Momentum or IE3D

RF/Microwave, GaAs IC and module design engineering. Sr. RFIC Design Engineer responsible for the design and development of state-of-the-art RF amplifier, mixer, attenuator, switch and/or mixed-signal integrated circuits. The candidate will also be responsible for module level design and integration.

The primary CAD tools employed in our design process are Agilent’s ADS and/or AWR’s MWO for circuit design, Cadence’s Virtuoso for layout, Sonnet, Momentum or IE3D for electromagnetic simulations and AutoCAD for module layouts. The design engineer will also perform device and circuit level characterization and diagnostics using the latest state-of-the-art in RF/microwave test equipment.

The candidate will be a member of a product development team in the Networks Business Unit and will work in our California Design Center (CADC) located in San Jose, CA. We have approximately 100 people at this location, including design as well as product engineering functions. We have a highly educated and skilled work force with a strong interactive team environment. This design center also works closely with TriQuint’s other design centers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Detailed transistor level circuit design of small-signal RF amplifiers, mixers, attenuators, switches, converters, and/or multi-function RFICs targeted toward wireless infrastructure applications utilizing TriQuint’s broad suite of technologies including: GaAs HBT, GaAs pHEMT and GaAs MESFET.
• Development of module based products utilizing RFICs as well as SAW and BAW RF filters.
• Work with Engineering and Marketing managers to define product requirements as well as create and execute product development plans including design, simulation, layout, and verification testing.
• Design, analysis and simulation of RF/Microwave circuits using Agilent’s ADS and/or AWR’s MWO.
• IC layout with Cadence’s Virtuoso and module layout using AutoCAD
• Device and circuit test and characterization using RF/Microwave Test Equipment
• Preparation of reports, status presentations and product documentation

• BSEE, MSEE or PhD, > 5yrs experience in RF design and development

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Proficient in analysis, simulation and design using CAD tools such as Agilent’s ADS, AWR’s MWO, Cadence’s Spectre and Virtuoso.
• Experience in design & development of highly linear amplifiers, mixers and converters.
• Strong familiarity with RF/Microwave test equipment and measurement techniques.
• Hands-on testing and diagnostics related RF measurement experience.

• Significant experience in design & development of highly linear amplifiers, mixers and converters.
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation using Sonnet, Momentum and/or IE3D.

Work with customer and sales account managers to grow business. Semiconductor Components emphasizes RF power amplifier design, and also includes mixers, switches, converters and/or modulators with their associated application circuits. Field Applications Engineering works closely with marketing and design engineering to understand market requirements and customer specifications that can be met using TriQint Semiconductor products. Work with developments groups and marketing during the complete product development cycle to ensure the product meets marketing/customer requirements. Provide the appropriate training, datasheets, reference designs, custom designs, and application notes needed for a successful product launch.

1. Be the primary technical interface between customers and the factory. Advise on the performance evaluation of devices and recommend particular devices for an application. Design and ship engineering demos to customer. Determine customer requirements for specific parameters.
2. Creation and updating of written materials that provide technical information with products to customers and sales staff.
3. Work with worldwide sales staff and customers to generate new design wins.
4. Develop reference designs for customer evaluation of semiconductor components.
5. Design and review customers schematics, layouts and data on a customers application
6. Data analysis of performance characterization of RF amplifiers, mixers and other RF components
7. Extensive computer simulations and bench work to develop and test reference designs.
8. Travel of up to 30% may be required.

1. BSEE with emphasis of RF and microwave design. MSEE preferred. Specialization of study should include RF, microwave, and analog circuit design and system analysis.
2. 3 to 5 years of relevant RF circuit design experience
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized to handle multiple projects at once.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams.
5. Proficiency with circuit simulations and design. Experience with Ads, MWO desired.
6. Familiarly with basic radio architectures, system configurations and requirements
7. Proficiency in MS Office software.
8. Lab experience using complex RF test equipment, soldering and prototype construction

Skills and/or Training Desired: Microwave measurements, troubleshooting, surface mount and hybrid assembly techniques. PC skills.

I graduated from CSUS with a B.S. in Computer Science in 2004. The company I’ve been working for since graduation is now interviewing for full-time developer positions including recent grads. Could you circulate the following?

Software Development Company is Hiring Developers for the Roseville Area.

Revenue Solutions, Inc. is hiring entry-level, new-grad software developers for full-time, salaried positions in our Roseville office. The company offers a competitive compensation package including standard annual bonus (15% of base), health/dental/vision/life/disability coverage (free for self coverage; family packages available), paid holidays, paid vacation and sick time (annual cash out or rollover), productivity bonus (extra pay for extra hours), referral bonuses, 401k w/matching, flex-spending accounts, and more. Of course the base salary, relocation and/or sign-on bonus etc. will be based on the qualifications and circumstances of the individual candidate and negotiated at the successful completion of the interview process.

Revenue Solutions is a small, private company with about 150 employees celebrating its 11th anniversary this year. While business analysts are positioned on site in various states, developers work from the Roseville solution center with little or no travel. We develop windows and web applications using ASP.NET (C# code behind), SQL (for Oracle and SQL Server), Java, HTML, JavaScript for tax and revenue agencies. New grads must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Serious candidates will prepare by studying interview and certification questions for ASP.NET, C#, ANSI SQL, Java, database design theory, and SDLC. Additionally, candidates should refine phone and in-person interviewing skills via mock interviews using study material on the above topics. Neither of the above is needed before communicating with me.

Additional mid-level, senior-level, consulting, and business analyst positions are available for appropriately qualified candidates. See the Jobs List on the company website - http://www.revenuesolutionsinc.com/. However, serious candidates should immediately email their customized, error-free resume to me directly at sallen@rsimail.com. Candidates applying online will not have the advantage of an employee referral nor the advanced preparation I can offer.

Number of Positions: 1 	
Majors Needed: CPE EEE
Salary: Not Specified 

Job Description:

ProCurve Security Solutions is looking for a full-time engineer to provide infrastructure support to the Network Management/Security software engineering teams. They are considering a contract position for someone who can help out across the section - proficient, able to work independently, strong technical ability.

Minimum Requirements:

• Network infrastructure support, managing our private test network

• Network services support (DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, RADIUS, etc…)

• VMWare setup, management, and maintenance

• Linux knowledge

• Windows knowledge

Contact:
Adrian Cowham at adrian.cowham@hp.com
8000 Foothills Boulevard, ms 5555
Roseville, CA 95747
Date Posted: 08-26-2008  	
Application Deadline:  10-26-2008 

Employers are hiring from the resumes posted on our web site at http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career. If you have not already posted your resume on the ECS Career Services Office Web Site, now is the time!!! Just click on the Post Your Resume button!

Students are reporting multiple offers from using a combination of the resume posting service, the JETX job listings, and from Career Day 2008. If you missed Career Day 2008 you can still access the hiring and contact information on the ECS Career Services web site at http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career.

Cool new feature!!! Employers are able to search your resume now with key words!

I also send resumes out to companies so send me a soft copy in MS Word. cici@csus.edu

The College of Engineering and Computer Science Needs Your Data

Please report any offers that you have received to ECS Career Services Web site: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career - click on the "Just Hired" link.

If you got a student position we need your data.

If you have graduated in the past few years or if you are graduating this semester we need your data.

The information you share is used for ABET reports and to help me identify trends in employment and salaries.

I keep your info confidential. I only report the data! I use your contact data to confirm and to keep in touch with you.