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do we have any engineering programmers out there?
i've been programming in vc++ for the past 2 years. by qualification, i am a mech engineer. i find programming (in vc++ and vc .net) very interesting and challenging. it seems like a shame that i am ditching my engineering background for IT.
can anyone think of any jobs that involve hardcore mech engineering and programming? ideally, i would like to do both. does this job exist?
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Hey ** a warm hello from another Mechanical Engineer **
I "was" a mechanical engineer by qualification, and by experience. I started programming a couple of years ago - MFC/WIN32/ATL-COM stuff. I first started freelancing work, then what I do now have nothing to do with Mechanical Engineering.
But, if you really wish to establish a career at the intersection between MECH and IT... Why don't you apply to companies like AutoDesk, Unigraphics, Pro-Engineer... Or if you're interested in instrumentation, Texas Instruments or National Instruments?
Norman Fung
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hey norman, thanks for the tip !
i will certainly give it a go. although i suspect i might have to relocate overseas eventually. brisbane(australia) is just not exactly a booming IT capital.
in addition, i might give bio-medical engineering sector a try.
by the way, did u ever sort out the USB flash memory autorun challenge?
cheers,
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Yes, if you're not American it'd be hard to get in to companies like National Instruments or Texas Instruments. But I know AutoDesk have development offices around the world... I think they have development in Singapore, but not so sure about Australia.
Good luck.
Norman Fung
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Just want to add... there're a lot of cool things that lie in the intersection between mechanical engineering and software development. Most of the exciting development will lie in the "algorithm" and "research" part of the project cycle. For instance, we've had CAD/CAM, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) , CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) system around for a long time. But things are moving ahead. It's not a stagnant field. Example: Interaction with deformable 3D solid models in REALTIME with Data Gloves (Still in R&D phase last time I read about it in publication from UBC two years ago). How about reconstruction of 3D models from digital photos? This is possible by extending current image segmentation techonologies (edge detection, object recognition) and lotsa old school matrix algebra. But, it's already in mass production phase - Last time I saw in trade show a couple of years back. German manufacturer I think - they have cutting edge engineers - people who make their country proud.
These are the stuff that the majority of us aren't doing. These are closed source advantage. These are the stuff that hasn't been devalued by Chinese/Indian competition, yet. But there're a lot of potential in these area - probably much more than trying to optimize area like processor scheduling. Web Dev is dead. Not that the technology is dead, quite the opposite indeed. But if you're looking at decreasing profit margin. On the other hand, things like network optimization seems to be much easier problems... easier to tackle, and faster to see real result (well, faster to see the end of the improvement too). I worked on a project with N??tel before. They were considering integrating financial metrics into their network management systems. That's perfectly doable - but it's easy to get duplicated at the same time.
Enough babbling, time for me get back to work. Don't forget to let me know if you run into anything profitable and requires my assistance 
Norman Fung
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Hello,
We are a currently looking for C++ Programmers. You must be very good at Geometry & Calc.
Desired experience in Cad, Cad-Cam, Cae and Toolpath programming. Please send your resume and questions to jwpexe@netscape.net
Thank you.
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A few questions first:
What is the project?
How much does it pay?
Can I work remotely?
How much time will it require?
My qualifications:
Am a physicist
Have worked for a CAD company
Can program in C++
John Theal
Physicist at Large
Got CAD?
http://www.presenter3d.com[^]
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It’s for the upgrade development of our cad cam software, the location could be any where and the salary will be based on C++, CAD-CAM, and Tool path programming skills. This would be a full time job. We currently have two full time programmers and want to expand. If you would like to send me resume with a number to reach you at, I can discuss this in more detail. jwpexe@netscape.net
Thanks Jared
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IMHO you in the wrong forum... 
If only I knew calc & geom I may have responded differently...
Cheers
The word of the day is legs, let's go back to my house and spread the word 
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Sorry if I put this in the wrong forum, any suggestion on where this thread should be?
Thanks Jared
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http://www.codeproject.com/script/comments/forums.asp?forumid=3304#xxxx[^] would be a start.
www.programmersheaven.com[^] also has a forum where you can offer jobs to freelancers.
Codeproject is quite unique in this way. I advertise PHP/MySQL web application and C++/MFC desktop application development at various web sites (including programmersheaven) but would not suggest doing it here unless your in the right forum. CP has a very faithful user base and you will get flak if you try and advertise for free or do not post in the right forum.
Anyways, CP is the right place to start (you'll find some of the best programmers on the planet here IHMO) just make sure you use the forum I linked to above.
HTH
Cheers
The word of the day is legs, let's go back to my house and spread the word
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Hockey wrote:
http://www.codeproject.com/script/comments/forums.asp?forumid=3304#xxxx[^] would be a start.... Anyways, CP is the right place to start (you'll find some of the best programmers on the planet here IHMO) just make sure you use the forum I linked to above.
Ermm... I may be going blind in my old age, but I'm sure that this thread is in the forum you suggested.
--Colin Mackay--
EuroCPian Spring 2004 Get Together[^]
"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want." --Zig Ziglar
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It appears that way doesn't it
My bad, I could have sworn I seen this post in the Visual C++ forum... 
The word of the day is legs, let's go back to my house and spread the word
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Hockey wrote:
My bad, I could have sworn I seen this post in the Visual C++ forum...
You did 
But it got moved in a hurry...
"After all it's just text at the end of the day. - Colin Davies
"For example, when a VB programmer comes to my house, they may say 'does your pool need cleaning, sir ?' " - Christian Graus
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jwpexe wrote:
We are a currently looking
And just who is 'We' ?
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We are a CAD-CAM software company and have been around for about 20 years we currently have two programmers and want to expand. If you feel that you meet the requirements send me an email and I would be glad to discuss this with you. jwpexe@netscape.net
Thanks Jared
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If you are a company, why do you have a netscape.net address?
If you cannot afford a web site, how can you afford to pay us?
Yahoo offers web sites for $15/month.
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OK, all I am tiring to do is find one or two good programmers, we currently need help with the advancement of our software. I was using a Netscape account because I was tiring to do this discretely. So if you really want to know I am the CTO for BobCAD-CAM www.bobcad.com and if you would like to talk to me about this just call 877.262.2231 x16.
Thank you,
Jared
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Suspicious lot, aren't we?
I just went through the Lathe Lesson - very impressive product, Jared! It's a shame that I'm only just beginning to get the hang of C++, as I really like geometry and calc. Good luck with the search!
Heard in Bullhead City - "You haven't lost your girl -
you've just lost your turn..." [sigh] So true...
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Askia[^] is a dynamic producer of software for market research and we're going places.
The work is sometimes stressful but our passion for what we do is really
paying off. We love programming and, of course, you do too, don't you?
Is your idea of a good read a big book about code? Although we're looking for a wizard, we're not looking for an anorak.
There are a handful of us in a small office in the West End and more of us
in France and the States. Our clients are all over the world. Because
there aren't many of us, we'd like it if you're good at working alone and
managing your own time. We're flexible though - and you can structure your
day to suit your own working style. Just do a great job and we'll be really
happy.
As for the nitty gritty, needless to say your C++ and MFC is top notch.
Experience of .NET and an informed interest in market research would really
get us excited. The icing on the cake would be some ability to speak
French, even if you need a bit of practice, but don't worry.
So if you'd like your employer to have as much 'get up and go' as you do,
get in touch by sending an email at n i c k @ a s k i a.com . Our story is just starting and you can be one of the main characters.
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Lemon Foundation is a Managed Network for Interactive Production & Design, and is constantly expanding its network of freelancers that it uses.
As we can see the calibre of content on the Code Project is excellent, we're hoping we will be able to find people who too are of high calibre. If you or a colleague fulfil the criteria below and are able to cope with new projects and wish to join a network which has a constant flow of production work, please contact me on matt@lemonfoundation.com
(http://www.lemonfoundation.com)
1. Based in or around London (v. important)
2. Currently work as a freelancer typically on short-medium length projects on / off site.
3. Advertising, Media / New Media background / experience
4. Good work ethic, understanding that sometimes one has to work the evening to meet deadlines
5. Meticulous and passionate about your industry, expert in your field. We don't want people with average skills
6. Excel in one or more of the following, preferably with at least one strong back-end skill:
- Flash, ActionScript, Director
- HTML, DHTML, JavaScript
- XML, XSL
- Java, Python, PHP, Perl
- ASP, ASP.NET, .NET, C#, VB.NET, JScript.Net
- SQL Server, MySQL, Access
- Architecture design, OOP, UML
Matthew O'Riordan
matt@lemonfoundation.com
http://www.lemonfoundation.com
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Hi,
I´m looking to outsource some projects and I was hoping some of you have experience in this area.
I´m looking to outsource where I can be paying as low as possible and have all communication via internet. I send detailed descriptions on what has to be done and how.
Is there any website where induvidual programmers offer their services along with a resume / hourly fee ?
Best regards,
Hreinn
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Hreinn wrote:
I´m looking to outsource where I can be paying as low as possible
That's really sounds like an attractive offer. 
norm
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no kidding
The word of the day is legs, let's go back to my house and spread the word 
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Hreinn wrote:
I can be paying as low as possible
Two phrases come to mind:
(1) You get what you pay for (In other words, if you don't pay much you won't get much)
(2) Buy cheap, buy dear (I've only heard my grandmother use this, essentially it means if you pay a cheap price for a product or service you will end up paying for it all over again when you realise the quality is not good and have to replace the item or re-do the work)
Hreinn wrote:
Is there any website where induvidual programmers offer their services along with a resume / hourly fee ?
Yes there are such websites.
--Colin Mackay--
EuroCPian Spring 2004 Get Together[^]
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