CPMT Society is posting job descriptions on a regular basis at http://www.cpmt.org/jobs/avai.html. We list some in this newsletter if submitted.

Sales Manager #200

A Midwest engineered electronic components manufacturer with sales of
$120 million seeks a Sales Manager to call upon major accounts primarily
in the telecommunications and computer industries. A BSEE degree is
preferred along with 5-10 years of high tech selling experience to major
end users. Salary is in the $90-100K range, plus excellent bonus
potential. Bachelor's Degree is required. Please fax resume and most
recent compensation to Deb Marzinske at 262-335-0625.

Position #1

Director of Component Engineering

Our client is a San Jose, California-based company who is the world's #1
supplier of computer networking products and a rising star in the
fast-growing telecommunications networking segment. The Director of
Component Engineering will be highly knowledgeable and experienced in the
component engineering discipline. This background will include
qualification of components, second source approvals, component quality
assurance and root cause failure analysis & corrective action with
suppliers.

Key near term objectives for the Director of Component Engineering include:

* Develop and implement processes and guidelines for the
company that are integrated well with the Engineering and Manufacturing
organizations so that our client can effective move new products into
production and quickly ramp up to high volumes.

* Provide a highly effective organization structure with the
right systems, tools and measures so that the Component Engineering group
can work both efficiently and effectively.

* Deepen relationships with key suppliers (particularly
semiconductor suppliers) to insure increasingly productive interactions
leading to improved performance for our client.

The Director of Component Engineering must be a skilled influencer in
working with other disciplines. Of particular importance is the ability to
build effective working relationships with Engineering and Manufacturing.
Closely aligned with this are the ability to personally model effective ways
to positively influence change and the ability to coach and develop the
Component Engineering group so that they are more effective within the
organization.

Contact: Bob Von Gyurcsy, A. T. Kearney Executive Search (retained)
vong@atkearney.com or 214 777 5215.

Position #2

Vice President, Manufacturing Technology

Our client is a San Jose, California-based company who is the world's #1
supplier of computer networking products and a rising star in the
fast-growing telecommunications networking segment. The Vice President of
Manufacturing Technology will be highly knowledgeable and experienced in a
wide range of manufacturing operations and systems. This background will
include knowledge of component engineering, design for manufacturability,
assembly operations, material handling systems and quality systems.

Key near term objectives for the Vice President, Manufacturing Technology
include:

* Develop and implement processes and guidelines for the
company that are integrated well with the Engineering and Manufacturing
organizations so that our client can effective move new products into
production and quickly ramp up to high volumes.

* Provide strategic leadership to our client's West Coast
Operations in the area of manufacturing techniques (just-in-time parts
supply, Six-Sigma quality goals, statistical process control, robotic
assembly cells, etc.) and with the modeling, analysis and evaluation of
advanced forms of electronic packaging.

* Position the West Coast Operations organization with a
growing ability to take advantage of the latest advances in both component
and packaging technology for electronic devices and, thereby, lead the
industry in moving improvements in semiconductor performance through to the
system level..

The Vice President, Manufacturing Technology must be a skilled influencer in
working with other disciplines. Of particular importance is the ability to
build effective working relationships with Engineering and Manufacturing.
Closely aligned with this are the ability to personally model effective ways
to positively influence change and the ability to coach and develop the
Operations group so that they are more effective.

Contact: Bob Von Gyurcsy, A. T. Kearney Executive Search (retained)
vong@atkearney.com or 214 777 5215.

**Manager Flip Chip/Chip-and-Wire Technology #204

A rapidly growing custom hybrid manufacturer located in the Great Lakes
Region with sales of $100M seeks an engineer to oversee the flip chip
and chip-and-wire manufacturing operations. Qualified individuals will
be degreed and have ten or more years of experience in these
technologies. Will manage a group responsible for process improvements,
equipment and technological advancements for both flip chip and chip and
wire. Salary $90-110K, plus an excellent bonus package. Please fax
resume to: Deb Marzinske at 262-335-0625. Please note that the search
firm is in West Bend, not the job location.

University Department Chair

A N N O U N C E M E N T
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, KNOXVILLE

HEAD, DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Head of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT). Candidates must have an earned doctorate in electrical engineering, or in a related field with extensive electrical engineering experience, and be eligible for appointment at the rank of full Professor in Electrical Engineering. The position requires a record of excellence in graduate and undergraduate teaching, funded research, and professional practice in electrical engineering. Individuals who are or have a record consistent with that of a distinguished professorship and/or membership in the national academy of science or engineering are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have a balanced perspective on teaching and research, vision and a commitment to planning, administrative ability, and the capability of acting as an enabler of people. An ability to interact with a wide range of personalities and a willingness to participate in all aspects of campus, community and professional life that promote the well-being of the department and the college are expected. Also expected is a willingness to commit time and energy to work with external constituents including prospective students and their parents, alumni, employers of graduates, research sponsors, and potential donors. The successful candidate is expected to establish a track record demonstrating an understanding of and commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The department currently enrolls some 500 undergraduate students and 100 graduate students, with a faculty of 25 and a support staff of 9. Teaching is conducted both on campus and via distance learning. Faculty research expenditures are currently 4 million dollars per year and cover a wide range of topics. The department is entering a significant era of change with several very capable new faculty. More information on the department is available at http://www.ece.utk.edu/.

The University of Tennessee is a land-grant institution whose main campus is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is expected to play a significant role in the University's vision to become one of the top 25 public research universities with double the research funding and significantly increased graduate enrollments over the next five years. UT has a student enrollment of 26,000, of whom some 6,000 are graduate students. In addition to University faculty and staff, more than 2000 Ph.D.'s work in nearby technology based companies including the Oak Ridge National Laboratories. Knoxville is a regional center for employment, commerce, and health care. Nearby are the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the TVA lakes on the Tennessee River and its tributaries.

Applications and nominations should be sent to the chair of the Search Committee:

Dr. Mancil W. Milligan
Chair, EE Department Head Search
c/o Office of the Dean, College of Engineering
The University of Tennessee
124 Perkins Hall
Knoxville, TN 37996-2000

Interested individuals should submit a curriculum vita and letter of interest detailing the applicant's specific talents and experience as related to this position, date and conditions of availability, and the full names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references. Applications will not be returned.

Review of applications will begin on or about December 1, 2000, and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in its education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of Diversity Resources (DRES), 2110 Terrace Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (423) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of human Resources, 600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37996-4125.