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A topic of interest to many within the IEEE is how best to build relationships with the organizations that employ our members. Before the IEEE-USA Career and workforce Policy Committee (CWPC) met in Portland, Ore., in March, committee members spent a Friday in a series of meetings with industry and academia reps. The meetings were coordinated through the Oregon Section and members of the Section attended the meetings.

Too frequently reports of high-tech worker shortages come without key specifics, such as what types of engineers and skill sets are in demand. In keeping with its mission to educate and recruit a highly skilled workforce for the future, the Semiconductor Industry Association's (SIA) workforce Committee compiles a list of "Hard-to-Find Skills" in the U.S. chip-making industry — an $80-billion-a-year economic driver.

While many engineers still seek permanent, full-time employment, others are turning to contract engineering as an alternative. What is contract engineering; what are the benefits; and what are the challenges?

What makes the difference between a good meeting and a bad one? The answer lies in planning and control...

Selling your technical ideas to management requires more than simply explaining the technology. How can you build your case and gain buy-in for yours?

As an engineer in today's workplace, you need to practice "personal positioning." Find out what it is and what you can do to ensure you get the most satisfaction from your career...