Controls Engineer Career Training Guide

Question: what engineer job has better prospects (safety engineer versus PLC/controls engineer)? I have an opportunity to move into Probabilistic Risk Assessment (Nuclear) from my current position as a Control Systems engineer (PLC/SCADA software design).... Right now I make good money because I get a lot of OT for support work, but I am interested in the other position because I think it may suit my strengths more (I'm more conceptual than hands-on) But I'd like to know what people think of the general prospects of both career paths? Thanks, Nadeem I hate PLC/Controls Engineering. It is so boring. The travel is too much, I have no life, and I'd like to settle down eventually. But right now I made 2x my income so it's hard to switch to something else. I can't see how it will have better prospects than PRA, as PLC programmers are a dime a dozen.

Answer: I'm willing to bet you the PLC/Controls engineer has more potential and IMHO more interesting. If you're contacting you'll get to travel more too. The PRA engineer may be more stable though. Most nuclear utilities are pretty cozy jobs. However PRA really seems horribly boring to do. You'll also live in some really boring areas with little travel.

Question: is there any scope for an Instrumentation and control engineer in a DAIRY ? I am a student of bachelors in instrumentation and control engineering.I wanted to know that what is the(or is there any) future for me in a dairy? which are the posts where I could be placed there?and how is the money?

Answer: If you're a student your problems can be many and varied, from Evaluating your career route to hunting for a part time job. The website in the box below has loads of guidance for students, and they have stuff about job seeking aswell.

Question: does anyone know or know how to contact a control engineer by email to ask a few questions too.? i have a project to do for digital electronics class and i just need to email them a few questions. anyone know where i can contact one?

Answer: get the international control journal ....lot of nets ....or just visit socuety of control engg.....or control systems society ...there are more than 20 pages onthese sites.

Question: What do I need to do to make a career change from process/project engineer to a process control engineer? Currently I work as a process and project engineer for a paper company. I have a BS in chemical engineering. What should I do to make a career shift to process control engineering? I guess my question is what classes/certifications/degrees would I need to get in to this field?

Answer: Just do it. Its part of the career progression.

Question: As a control engineer what jobs would he expect to find? just wish to know the nature of the jobs.

Answer: Look on jobs websites, like Monster or dice.com. They will have capsule descriptions of the job duties, and salary info.

Question: oman company is ready to give me visa for work there as instrumentation & control engineer.? How i can known that this company is not fake & it is giving me right job?

Answer: consult with a lawyer, let him negotiate for you, have them sign a contract and make it binding in the US, and you salary deposited in a US bank, if there are travel expenses, ask for an advance, spell everything out, working hours, holidays, vacation, business travel, R&Rs, insurance, location, conditions, do not sign anything unless you have it reviewed by someone you trust

Question: how do you become a control engineer? The problem is that if I major in control systems engineering (in my bachelors in computer engineering), does it mean that I can apply for jobs that require a control engineer? or do i need to go for masters in control systems first? if you are also a control engineer can you plz tell how did you do it? i just need a little guidance thanks

Answer: A masters degree is not required. This is a new discipline. Many "control engineers" have degrees in mechanical, computer, electrical or chemical engineering, some have associates degrees or were electricians. You need to get hired as a control engineer and work as one for a while to really BE one.

Question: What is the salary and scope of a Process Control Engineer in HAL.? One of my friend has got in a call fron HAL for the hydraulics and foundary department in HAL . I would like to know about the global scope of this job as to what are the other job opportunities which can be suitable after working in this job both nationally and internationally. Is this job a good catch. Please help as I have no idea of the same field

Answer: Well HAL is one a highly reputed company. If u have u definitely should join. you will definitely get a boost to your career after working with HAL. About salary i m not sure but they offer a good package and future growth is good.

Question: what kind of questions do they ask in an interview for mechanical engineer in CAE company ? i will have an interview for CAE company ,i would like to know what kind of questions do they ask ? with examples please i am a control system engineer ,and the job about airplanes simulation?

Answer: 1. Tell me about the most challenging engineering project that you have been involved with during past year. 2. Describe the most significant written technical report or presentation that you had to complete. 3. In your last engineering position, what were some of the things that you spent the most time on, and how much time did you spend on each? 4. What do you enjoy most/least about engineering? 5. What new engineering specialty skills have you developed during the past year? 6. Do you have any patents? If so, tell me about them. If not, is it something you see yourself pursuing and why or why not? 7. Think of a specific engineering project when you answer this question. What could you have done to be more successful in achieving your goal(s)? 8. Describe a time when you confronted a problem that really tested your engineering know-how. 9. What is your overall career objective? Do you see yourself working in engineering ten years from now? If not, what do you think you will be doing? 10. Give me an example of a time in which you were effective in doing away with the “constant emergencies� and “surprises� that engineers often face. 11. Describe a time when as a member of the engineering department, you were instrumental in building a good long-term relationship with another department within the company. 12. Tell me about your greatest success in using the principles of logic to solve an engineering problem in your last job. 13. Give me an example of a time when you applied your ability to use analytical techniques to define problems or design solutions. 14. To what extent has your engineering background required you to be skilled in the analysis of technical reports or information? 15. Describe a time when you used your engineering knowledge to solve a problem for which there appeared to be no answer. 16. Tell me about a time when you became aware of a hazardous workplace condition. How did you handle it? 17. Tell me about your experience in dealing with routine engineering work. How do you keep from getting bored? 18. I expect the engineer that I hire for this position to be precise – detailed oriented in everything he or she does. What checks and balances do you use to make sure that you don’t make mistakes? 19. Give me an example of a time when you had to teach a skill to other engineers. 20. Some of the best-engineered ideas are born out of an individual’s ability to challenge, others’ ways of thinking. Tell me about a time when you were successful in do this. 21. On your last project assignment, what problems did you identify that had been previously overlooked? 22. How has your present or last engineering job changed while you’ve held it? 23. If I offer you a position as an engineer with us, how do you plan to get off to a jackrabbit start? 24. Give me an example of something that you have learned from a mistake that you made on a job at a client site. 25. Tell me about a time when a project team effort that you were involved in failed. 26. For what advice or assistance do fellow engineers turn to you? 27. Tell me about the most challenging technical proposal you’ve ever written. 28. What factors would you consider in building an engineering department from scratch? 29. How do you communicate priority projects with a team of other engineers without making them feel overwhelmed? 30. Describe a specific engineering project that you were responsible for that required a lot of interaction with a variety of people over a long period of time. 31. What do you get out of engineering that you couldn’t get from any other kind of work? 32. Describe a typical day out in the field in your last or present job. 33. What media contacts do you have that would help us market our technical products/services? 34. What step-by-step criteria do you use to make difficult decisions that involve other engineers? 35. To whom did you turn for help the last time that you ran into a major technical problem, and why did you choose that person? 36. Give me two examples of technical decisions that you had to make on your last job. 37. Tell me about a time when you had to make a difficult decision that affected the entire engineering department. 38. In the field of engineering, priorities often change quickly. Give me an example of a time when that happened. How did you handle it? 39. How can you best use your engineering education and prior work experience to help our company grow? 40. How long have you been looking for an engineering spot? Have you had any job offers yet? If so, why are you still looking? 41. Tell me about a time when you had to take disciplinary action with an engineer who reported to you.

Question: Which is better for a control systems engineer - getting the ISA's CAP or the CSE? Which is better for a control systems engineer - getting the ISA's Certified Automation Professional or taking the PE to get the Control Systems Engineer?

Answer: The CAP for sure. The PE is much harder to achieve, and does not do much for the resume of a controls engineer. ISA is basically the bible for controls guys. Another good one to look into is the PMP (project management professional) as most controls work now days is leaning toward projects. That certification typically adds about $20-25k toyour salary. The CAP usually adds about $15k, and you are lucky to get anything for the PE as a controls engineer.

Question: I need as many engineering controls for Fire Safety? Ok, so far i have listed a few such as smoke detectors, fire alarm, fire extinguisher. But I need at least 20, Preferably on Laboratory Hazards, thank you!

Answer: Unobstructed fire exits. Steel fire escape stairs. Fire doors rated for local fire regulations eg must resist fire and prevent the movement of smoke and oxygen between rooms for at least 30 mins. Automatically closing doors, preferably which are held open and then automatically released if a fire alarm is activated to discourage people proping the doors open. Emergency flood lights.

Question: how does a freight train engineer control the diesel locomotive engines in the rear? sometimes i see long freight trains with diesel locomotive engines in the front and rear. how does the engineer in the front locomotive controll the locomotive(s) in the rear?

Answer: Hoghead referred to them as "helpers". More commonly in todays railroad, if the engineer on the head end of the train is controlling the rear ones as well......they are called distributed power. The engines on the rear are hooked up "electronically" to do what the engineer on the head end wants. You have a DP "distributed power" box or computer screen that has all sorts of different options on the head end of the train. The engineer can manually control the rear engines to throttle or break regardless of what the head end is doing, or he can "synchronize" the rear units to do exactly what the head unit is doing. It's up the engineer to run it how he wants. If it's in sync, every throttle notch the engineer gives on the head end will be duplicated on the rear....same with braking. The boxes and computer screen referred to above is basically the "control" station for the rear units and most generally they are a touch screen display. The front to rear linking can be more easily thought of to be like satellite t.v. You just have to be on the right frequency to get them to link up and work together.

Question: what is the job profile of Quality control engineer in sheet metal fabrication by welding?

Answer: slightly confusing the way the question was posed but I will give my best answer related to my experience. The job profile of quality control engineer/sheet metal fabrication would be responsible for all sheet metal & machine planning. Facilitating projects from the clients needs to production. Would be responsible for investigating & resolving tooling, engineering & shop problems. Also would include analyzing performance reports & developing process control data to improve output capability and to troubleshoot our procedural problems and/or any problems in design. The job would also require the ability to develop new standards for non conforming projects and the ability to implement this new standard. I hope this answers at least part of your question. http://www.pacificsheetmetal.com

Question: are you a control engineer, what are A&F, DCS and/or SCADA systems ? HOw do they work in regards to private untility companies thank you for your answer,

Answer: Well, let me tell you about SCADA. SCADA stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. In essence, it allows for remote monitoring and control of devices out in the field, like the circuit breakers, transformers, and other equipment at a substation. A private utility would use SCADA to remotely monitor and control their large electrical equipment.

Question: Which companies would hire a system and control engineer?

Answer: Bechtel, Fluor Daniel, Foster Wheeler, Black & Veatch, major oil companies, utilities operators, nuke plants, Pharmaceutical companies. Basically any company with continuous or batch control. If you are looking for a job it's best to get on with an agency & go contracting. It will give you a wide cross section of work environments & it will help you make an informed decision on where you want your career path to go.

Question: how much salary does a instrumentation and control engineer can get? what is the income growth in this field? an engineer in india with 5 yrs experience

Answer: Typical starting salaries range from £19,500 to £24,000 (data collected Jan 07). Salaries for those with several years' experience range from £25,000 to £35,000 (data collected Jan 07). Salaries for those at senior level (with 10-15 years' experience) are in excess of £40,000 and can be higher in the oil and gas sector, at between £60,000 and £70,000 (data collected Jan 07). Salary levels vary according to the size of organisation, industry sector and geographical location. For example, starting salaries in the oil and gas sector are circa £28,000 and senior engineers working overseas in Arab states can expect to earn between £60,000 and £70,000 (data collected Jan 07). Work may be based in an office, laboratory or factory, depending of the nature of the organisation. Irregular working hours may be normal for control and instrumentation engineers (CI engineers), who need to be on-call/standby to deal with faults which occur at the plant or site. Additional salary allowances are normally to be expected for extra hours worked. Visiting clients and working on-site is a common aspect of the work. Particularly at senior level where accountability lies directly with the CI engineer, positions may carry high levels of responsibility and, therefore, stress. Similarly CI engineers often have to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and budgets. Positions are available across the UK and opportunities to work overseas are widely available, particularly within the oil and gas industry or with global pharmaceutical and manufacturing companies. Some locations may be remote or hostile, particularly within the oil and gas sector, but this is often compensated for by increased salaries and benefits. Part-time work may be possible. Self-employment may also be an option, though this is most likely to be in consultancy or contracting work, after a few years' experience has been gained. Following the national trend, there is still a gender imbalance in the CI engineering sector. It is estimated that only approximately 8% of the engineering workforce are women. Organisations such as the UK Resource Centre for Women in Science, Engineering and Technology are, however, aiming to help redress this imbalance. There is a general skills shortage in engineering disciplines. Coupled with the continued growth of sectors such as power generation and renewable energy research, there are currently many opportunities for CI engineers.

Question: How can I use Pro Engineer pre-wildfire mouse controls with wildfire 2.0? I can't stand using the Wildfire mouse controls. Does anyone know if it is possible to use a pre-wildfire mouse scheme (proe 2001) with wildfire 2.0? Well, thanks for the response but I have been using wildfire 2.0 for over a year and have yet to find any reason to call the new mouse control scheme "well worth it". I am as used to the new mouse as I'll ever be and I still find it clunky and ergonomically incorrect. I frequently hit the capslock key instead of shift and using my middle mouse finger for every movement gets tiresome. And I can't tell you how many times I hit both shift and ctrl simultaneously, which changes the interface to an entirely different mode of control. PTC took something simple, precise, and great and they ruined it. At least they could have left an option in the config pro to use the pre-wildfire mouse scheme. So, I'm still looking for an answer on this one. Thanks.

Answer: Hi Sean, Like yourself, I also found the new Wildfire mouse controls a pain, they do take a bit of getting used to, but it's well worth sticking with it. It will become second nature in no time. Another reason is that the pre WF mouse controls will conflict with the new selection methods used in WF ---------------------------------------- I'm sorry to hear that you're having a hard time with it. I've looked in the PTC Knowlegebase, TPI-117517 explains the reasons for the changes, but there doesn't seem to be any reference to an option to revert to the Pre WF controls. Do you work with the spin center turned off?, I find it easier this way as it allows you to rotate the model about the geometry you have selected. I used to use a standard 3 button logitech pilot mouse and was very happy with it. I was relictant to move to a wheel mouse, but after having to use a laptop with a wheel mouse for about a week, I didn't want to go back to a non-wheel mouse. You could look at 3D controlers. http://www.3dconnexion.com/ I was given a free Space Navigator at the PTCWorld Event. I found it pretty useless as it only had 2 additional buttons so I had to keep moving my hand to the keyboard to press CRTL & shift. Now its a paperweight. The higher end models may be better as they have more buttons to use but I've not tried one. If you haven't already, you could try posting your question on the PTCuser froums which are quite active. http://ptcuser.org It looks like the new mouse controls are here to stay as they are being carried forward into WF3 & 4 so you may just have to get used to them.

Question: i would like to talk to an aircraft engineer about hovercraft design? I'm curious about hovercraft and have some questions and ideas to bounce off someone who can give me an answer(s). If you are such an engineer please email me at yahoo. My questions deal with controls and airflow.

Answer: why do you want to talk to an engineer about it??? so they can talk to you, steal your ideas, and get rich off your design???? your better of doing the research on you own.

Question: Can someone please tell me what type of an engineer you would be if you work on small remote control devices? Can someone please tell me what type of an engineer you would be if you work on small remote control devices?

Answer: Electrical. Some schools even offer specialized courses in Robotics and Controls.

Question: What is Instrumentation and control engineering? Hello anyone working as an instrumentation and control engineer!! I am a first year student majored in instrumentation and control engineering! I really want to know how is instrumentation and control engineer's role in the real life!! Your answer means so much to me. Thank you.

Answer: Control and instrumentation engineer: Job description and activities 1. Job description 2. Typical work activities Job description A control and instrumentation engineer (CI engineer) is essentially responsible for designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery and processes. The main objective of the work of CI engineers is to ensure that these systems and processes operate effectively, efficiently and safely. They usually work for the companies who manufacture and supply the equipment, or for the companies who use it. CI engineers need a thorough understanding of the operational processes of an organisation and have a truly multidisciplinary role, working closely with colleagues across a number of functions, including operations, purchasing and design. Typical work activities Control and instrumentation engineers (CI engineers) will develop skills in specific control disciplines such as advanced process control (APC), distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). The use of these disciplines will depend on the exact nature of individual job roles. Tasks and responsibilities which are common to many CI engineer positions, however, may include: * designing and developing new control systems; * maintaining and modifying existing systems; * managing operations; * working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers and other internal staff; * liaising with clients, suppliers, contractors and relevant authorities (e.g. the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority); * project management within cost and time constrained environments; * troubleshooting and problem-solving; * understanding and ensuring compliance with the health and safety regulations and quality standards of the country in which work is undertaken; * providing advice and consultancy support; * purchasing equipment; * writing computer software; * developing new business proposals; * accepting responsibility and a level of accountability commensurate with the seniority of the position.

Question: Is it a good idea to join the Iraqi Air-force as a control systems engineer?

Answer: Yes I would have thought so. Control Systems Engineer is a good job.

Question: Controls Engineering, is there a future? I'm a young Electrical Engineer who has been working on PLC/DCS/SCADA Control System Projects in the Manufacturing and Energy (Nuclear) sector for the past 3 years. I want to know what the future outlook is for this profession? I am making decent money now, but I am not sure if this a good field to "specialize" in because the entry barriers are so low and the effort to reward ratio doesn't seem that high..... If I'm just interested in making $$$, shouldn't I just switch to something more lucrative while I have the chance? Thanks, dc I work in Canada.

Answer: Ah, at last a question that I may be able to answer? I am retired, I 'was ' an Instrument and Control Engineer . Why I say 'was' I dont know, I still am, but retired ! For some reason I keep getting job offers, over seas or UK. I had a basic training in Electrial Engineering but moved on to Instrumentation. No one has a clue what the job is all about, tell some one in my local pub "I was an Instrument Control Engineer" Their eyes go blank they think 'this guy used to tune violins'? Right back to your original question. The future outlook for your job is great, always has been, always will be. Money? There is nothing I can think of that will get you more money than this work!!! You have done 3 years in the Nuclear sector? That means you have all the Govt' security passes etc? Right here is what I did:- Basic training then work experience (qualifications dont mean a lot without that). I eventually took contracts both at home (UK) and many places overseas, money for old rope! You already meet most requirements to do this work, PLC, scada, dcs. When this overseas stuff began to wear off, (after 15 years) I took a job in the UK (nuclear plant, ) Tech author, the softest little number ever. Money???? I am still getting job offers coming in for around £500 a day in the UK thats around $1000 a day,' the reward ratio doesnt seem that high'????? Get a grip of your self man, what are you going to switch to? Look, my email is available contact me, do not on any account give up your present job!!!

Question: controls engineering, who should go for it? currently i m a student of computer engineering (bachelors) , in my whole engineering i finally came across a subject that i have fallen in love with. it is control systems engineering. I was discussing this with a mechanical engineering student and he told me that control engineering suits mechanical engineering or someone with mechanical engineering background subjects. Is that true, i mean is this the subject specifically for mechanical and aeronautical engineers? should i go for masters in this field later on, or should i find some other field? thank you.

Answer: I currently do control systems engineering for a living; actually for the last 25 years. I had a computer science degree, which was very helpful in this field. Controls engineering is very unique. You need to be a programmer to do the control, but you need a backround in electrical (wiring, codes, engineering) to apply controls and a backround in mechanical to understand what it is you have to control. You have to be a jack-of-many-trades to be able to do this type of engineering. I feel that the computer science and engineering degree is the best degree to get for this field. In my experience, if you have a strong programming and engineering backround, you can normally pick up the mechanical. You usually have to "interrogate" the end customer on the mechanical portion of the project in order to apply controls to it. Usually, by the time you apply the controls to a machine/process, you end up knowing the machine/process better than the mechanical engineer! I feel that controls engineering is a very interesting field, and, even to this day, I learn new things and do different things all the time.

Question: what kind of works can an electrical engineer do ? what can an electrical engineer do as a job ? I mean when He work in a petroleum company for an example ! what are the jobs they will hire him for ? or If he worked in an industrial company like a company for food products ! what are the most expected jobs can he hold ? and do an electrical engineer have got more job opportunity than an electronic engineer ? and can an electronic and tele engineer work for industrial companies and petroleum companies ? and the thing that I want to understand is : what do petroleum and industrial companies need more than the other ? electrical engineers or electronic engineers ? specially for their Control system and power system ! please every body give details as much as you can ! U can even tell a whole story about that ! hope u answer soon ! ur little brother .

Answer: An electrical engineer can work as a power systems engineer and make some designs fore an industrial complex. He can also, undertake installation in buildings and industrial complex. In a manufacturing environment, an electrical engineer can head a department for maintenance of electrical controls and equipment.An electrical engineer has more applications in a petrochemical complex.

Question: what is the job profile of quality control engineer?

Answer: I would suggest two sources of information for you to look up: Indeed.com - put in quality control engineer and you will get a lot of listing of companies in many industries who are activly looking for QC Engineers. American Society for Quality - ASQ - http://www.asq.org - they publish an annual salary survey and within that have discriptions about what engineers do. There is no short answer to your question - it partically depends on the industry that the QC Engineer is working in. To get a full understanding of the parameters of a QC Engieer - you should probably look over the Body of Knowledge (BOK) of the ASQ Certified Qualtiy Engineer (CQE) which is a professional certification that requires eight years of experience and/or a four year college degree with four years of practical experience to even be allowed to sit for the exam. Look at the ASQ website under Certification and follow the links to CQE.

Question: becoming a control engineer? I am currently in my 2nd year in BS EE with concentration in control systems. Do you think a minor in mechanical engineering will help me in this field?

Answer: I program control systems; PLCs, HMIs etc. It happens that I do a lot with servo drive programming too - not only positioning and speed control but also more elaborate problems like electronic cam synchronisation of two motors. I had to take care of acceleration etc. for the machine to perform better and be easier on the motor. It involved a lot of mathematics in the speed/acceleration area. I still need to learn more on inertia and torque. So this is my work involvement into mechanical department while doind PLC design. Automation has a lot to do with machinery and mechanical processes. But it all depends on what kind of job you'll be aiming for. Like for example temperature or chemical control doesn't have much of mechanical knowledge required. Maybe you should research some of the prospective career paths for yourself to select your other subjects.

Question: What does a control engineer do?

Answer: Controls engineers take the various components of the project and make them actually work. A controls engineer may set up a complete system within a production facility from reading the blueprints through to actually starting up the system, testing, making corrections and troubleshooting issues. These systems can include water systems within plants, electrical controls, power controls or any other type of system within the plant or manufacturing facility. Control engineers must be able to work with a variety of different systems as well as have good mechanical and electrical abilities. A natural ability to understand how things work and how to fix things that don't is a great asset.

Question: Control Engineer? I am a fresh graduate mechatronics engineering, what kind of companies should i be looking for to begin a career as a control engineer? Any particular systems i should be familiar with? Any international companies with regional offices located in Saudi Arabia?

Answer: Look into getting hired by one of the major international engineering construction companies such as Fluor Int'l., Washington Group, Jacobs Engineering Group, Foster Wheeler Ltd, URS Corp, etc.. These companies always have a bunch of major engineering projects going (Power Plants, Chemical Plants, Oil and gas Processing plants, etc.) and these major projects always require large groups of instrumentation and control engineers.......and they are usually looking to hire more of them.

Question: What is the tune in the Dodge Avenger commercial that the engineer plays by playing with the cars' controls.

Answer: Smoke on the Water by Deep Purple. The Machine Head album

Question: inside a locomotive, control panels and duties of conductor and engineer? on the conductors side of the locomotive, i had noticed that there is a radio, desk, horn and emergency brake and was wondering when does the conductor ever use the horn and emergency brake? also what is the difference between dynamic, locomotive and train brakes? also who uses the radio most often, the conductor or engieer, and i notice that with the qualifications of the conductor and what they have to do seems pretty hard, so is it hard being a conductor with the constant communication and being in charge of the entire locomotive, or do you get used to it quickly?

Answer: Conductors can be trusted with the horn. It gives them something to do, I suppose, if the engineer allows them to use it. Sometimes that'll shut the conductor up. In most instances, if the conductor needs the emergency brake valve it is a moot point, since the hoghead will have already pulled the plug, usually the first to recognize its need... Dynamic brake essentially turns the propulsion systems around, turning the traction motors into generators, causing resistance and thereby producing retarding effort. The electricity generated is dissipated through large grids, just like a toaster and kept cool by electric fans which also get their electricity from that generated by the traction motors in dynamic brake. As the engineer manipulates the controller, you'll hear the pitch of the whine of the fans change as the system responds. Train brakes are called "Automatic Brakes." Starting with a charged "brake pipe" that runs the length of the train and the reservoirs it supplies, the engineer releases some air from a reservoir and the brake pipe follows the reduction, applying the brakes on the train AND the engine. I stress that because the third brake system referenced in your question is the "engine brake" (also called '"independent brake," "straight air" or "jam") is just as its name implies. It allows the engineer to apply and release the air brakes on the locomotive independent of the automatic brake or it allows the engineer to apply the brakes on the train while keeping them released on the engine, for train handling purposes.

Question: Mission Control Engineer? Where can I find the best information on mission control engineers? What they do, job description, etc. I would like to know some websites or even books if anyone knows any. Thanks!

Answer: NASA or Jet Propulsion Lab

Question: whats the starting salery for control engineer in india?

Answer: 10k to 15k depending on the company.

Question: Who is hiring dynamics and controls engineers? I have completed the requirements for a master's degree in mechanical engineering! My area of concentration was in dynamics and controls. I have done simulation work in tethered satellites, used computer vision to experimentally determine the dynamics of a bouncing ball, and I had an internship to develop an apparatus which could test shock absorbers in the seats of aircraft! I would like to get a job in the dynamics and controls area but the jobs in this area seem to be pretty scarce! I have tried company websites, common job sites like monster and hotjobs, and networking and have pretty much exhausted these resources. Your input is greatly appreciated!

Answer: USAjobs.com

Question: Need help as a newly employed facilities engineer ? I know I will be working with pumps, compressors, boilers, heat exchangers, piping, engines, controls, etc. I also know that I will be trained the first year of the job, I want to be very good for the job as I grow with the company (it's an oil and mostly natural gas company). Are there other outside sources like books, or resources I can use to improve in confidence because I do not have prior experience in this area apart from university studies. Thank a lot for the answers.

Answer: Always remember the basics. Thats what is expected out of a newly employeed. Brush through the terms and definitions. The basic formulas like Pump NPSH, Flow Rate, Heat Transfer co-efficient, etc. Do not forget to know all the conversions in your finger tips. ex: pounds to kilogram, Newton to Pascal, etc.

Question: Need help to know what type of companies and in which industries i should apply as an Electronics Engineer.? I am an electronics engineer,fresh graduate.I jus started lookin for jobs and i dnt really knw where i should apply fr jobs.I need to know which companies i should apply.For example, i kno i can apply in companies dealing with Low current devices such as CCTV's,access control,fire alarm etc.For their designing, maintenance , installation, commission, etc.I need to know where else i can work an as electronics engineer.

Answer: Taking it that you live in the US. If you're in a large city, there should be a ton of jobs for Electronics Engineers from any company that deals with electronic products, Micron, Hewlett-Packard, Cellular companies. Check the local job service listings and the temporary job services like Manpower Professional and Adecco Technical. They will probably get you the best opportunity when starting out. If you live in a small farmer town, check into food production plants. They usually hire an Electronics Engineer for designing and maintaining their automation equipment. If all else fails in your pursuit to a good job, you may have to consider software development. Many BSEE graduates are welcomed into the computer programming industry.

Question: Which are the top 10 engineering colleges of rajasthan? For electronics instrumentation and controls? i also want to know the admission procedure?

Answer: Here is a list hopes this helps not sure about the procedures 1. Malviya Regional Engineering College, J L N Marg Jaipur 2. BITS Pilani 3. M.B.M. Engineering College (Faculty of Engineering), Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur- 342011 4.Engineering College, Akelgarh Rawat Bhata Road. Kota 5. College of Technology and Agricultural Engineering, Rajasthan Agricultural University, Udaipur- 6. M.L.V. Textile Institute, Pratap Nagar, Bhilwara- 7. Engineering College, Ajmer 8. Ceramic Institute of Technology and Research in Ceramic, Glass, Cement, Alwar Here below is a list of other collages: http://www.efip.iitm.ac.in/efip2004/list... http://techedu.rajasthan.gov.in/rpeteap/...

Question: Combat Engineer or Ground Station Control Operator? I want to hear personal experiences on why i should or shouldnt be one or the other. this will decide which i join in 2 months. thanks.

Answer: Combat engineer...

Question: So how is the recession affecting you? I have now been unemployed for several months the longest I have ever been unemployed for is 1 month. I am self employed controls engineer mainly working through agencies. My savings is gradually being consumed by the day to day living cost and bills. I dread to think what will happen when my savings have been depleted.

Answer: im a student working part time in library, and it really hasnt affected me or my coworkers much. ive asked my parents who work in the hospital, they havnt felt anything either. but my computer tech friend who has two kids had lost his job and taking it pretty hard. and my other teacher friend crosses her fingers as teachers are getting let go left and right. hope all goes well for those having hard times.

Question: What is a good, simple process for automation and control using set specifications? Trying to come up with a concept for solving in my Process and Controls Engineering class presentation and design.

Answer: Temperature control is always a good place to start. .