Thank you for the suggestions. I have applied to jobs and am now waiting for interview calls. I will share how things worked out.
Here are a few observations and lessons I have learned from applying for jobs:
For many positions where I had relevant experience, I never heard back—no email or...
Dear All,
Thank you for your responses to my post. I truly appreciate all your answers and the different perspectives shared. I apologize for the delayed reply.
SWComposites:
Yes, I make sure to cover all the basic requirements like ensuring a proper fit and meeting the necessary...
Hello everyone,
I am currently in a role focused on sales but I am looking for a job that better aligns with my education (BSME) and technical experience. I have applied to several positions and had 3 interviews in 2024 but none resulted in job offer. I have noticed that my job interviews tend...
Thanks to all for replying to this post.
Ring will be used as impeller wear ring.
Material 410 SST not heat treated.
ID 4.5", OD 5.0" Length 0.75".
Manual lathe.
Hello Engineers:
I am interested in acquiring the skill of operating a manual lathe and performing basic ring machining. This entails working with raw stock material, including additional material on the inner diameter (ID), outer diameter (OD), and length and machining it according to provided...
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I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who responded to my post. Your input has been incredibly valuable, and I am genuinely thankful for the knowledge and insights you've shared. Once again, thank you all for your contributions.
Hello All,
I kindly request your review of the attached drawing and appreciate your assistance in answering the following questions related to 2" 300 pound flange:
Could you provide the depth specifications for the threads and the through straight hole?
What is the significance of the...
TugboatEng:
Certainly, I understand the functioning of non-metallic packing within the stuffing box inner diameter and the application of a packing gland to compress it, thereby reducing leakage. I am asking about the establishment of tolerance limits for both the stuffing box bore ID and the...
Hello All,
could you kindly respond to this post by sharing your comments and any relevant information you may possess? I would greatly appreciate your response.
mfgenggear:
Thank you for replying. We are talking about compression packing though?
I found a resource below which sates other dimensions of stuffing box except the clearance.
https://www.klinger.dk/media/3263/design_selection_for_packings-uk.pdf
Hello everyone,
Could you provide the recommended clearance (min and max) between the shaft and the packing ring (solid ring made graphite)? We are transitioning from split packing to a solid one-piece design for a pump. As the packing will be compressed, we need to ensure that the clearance...
Thank you for your new job wishes! Interestingly, my new job pays 5K more annually than what I used to earn before my current job's 30% salary cut. So, all in all, it turned out to be a positive development.
Dear All,
OP here. I have accepted an Engineering position at another company and will be transitioning out of current company at the end of this month. The experiences and lessons gained during my time at there will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of my career.
I want to express my gratitude...
I apologize for any confusion. What I meant was, have you ever had another job offer while you were not looking and happy with your company? I wasn't inquiring about continuous employment or your ability to find a job when actively searching. Basically at any given moment, you had another...
Thank you for your replies. I appreciate your comments on my post. I acknowledge my mistakes and I am committed to learning and improving. Everyone makes mistakes—no exceptions. What concerns me is whether I am the only one making them.
As many of you advised, I anm actively applying for...
Geotechguy1:
Thanks for your advice. I am looking actively. But I am still trying to understand why they actually want to reduce my salary. I need to find a way to prove that I deserve the current pay.
271828:
No, my past bosses didn't face these problems with me.
GregLoCock:
In Australia...
Dear All,
Approximately eight months ago, I joined a new company (5th of my career) The initial phase was promising, marked by a steep learning curve as I strived for productivity and commendable outcomes. My responsibilities involve document preparation and submission for managerial approval...
Dear 1503-44,
I sincerely appreciate your valuable contribution and the method you have shared for calculating nozzle thermal displacements.
If it is not too much trouble, could you kindly provide the source of this calculation? Was it documented in a specific book or research paper? Your...
Hello everyone,
I want to figure out the "Nozzle thermal displacement" for connecting pipe nozzles in compressor and pump packages. These pipes handle the process and also the incoming and outgoing water for cooling. Can you help me find sources to estimate this displacement? It is for general...
