You might want to try Irish engineering recruitment websites and industry blogs, forums and discussions to see what people are really talking about. Take a look at the stories below to find out what news stories are breaking.
Powerscreen makes exciting announcement
They have a good reason to be excited because they have been named as one of the most successful UK businesses. Powerscreen is based in Dunagannon which is in Northern Island. They have been given the Queen's award for enterprise in the International Trade category by the Queen! This would be a brilliant company to work for if you want to go far in the engineering field.
Philips have bought a healthcare IT company.
The company is called TOMCAT systems and it is located in Northern Island.
Latest engineers journal available online now.
The most recent version of this online resource that is produced for engineering industry professionals is now live. You can view Vol. 64, issue 5 on the Engineers Ireland website.
Student Innovation Awards short list.
Engineers Ireland announced on the 16th of June their short list for the Student Innovation Awards. These awards emphasise the fact that people are beginning to really see the importance of young engineers and how they have the potential to affect Ireland's economic success.
Shocking findings about A level Maths
The study of teaching and learning of maths was published on the 9th of June and unfortunately it highlights that one in five drop higher level maths. As a result of this study, some have suggested putting a bonus scheme in place for maths students. The scheme could offer students bonus points if they complete a maths A level.
Irish Engineering Graduates of high standard.
The Irish Times is reporting that Dyson are very happy to talk to candidates from Ireland because they believe that they are of a high standard. This has been demonstrated within their company by Patrick Moloney who was born in Ireland. He won the Irish part of the Dyson student innovation competition.
