Welcome to the Scottish Region pages. These pages are used to provide you with information about the events organised throughout the Region by our enthusiastic committees in Glasgow, Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Thurso.
Where possible, we try to align our events with the IMechE’s four key themes of Energy, Environment, Transport and Education. Please have a look at your Area pages to find out what’s planned locally. If there is a topic you are particularly interested in which is not covered, please let us know and we will endeavour to include it in our future programme of events. Also, if you have facilities which may be used as a venue for an event or suitable subject matter, please get in touch. We also arrange and participate in briefings at Holyrood throughout the year.
If you have a little time to spare and are interested in joining the Committees, please also get in touch. We need enthusiastic volunteers. It can be very interesting work, good for developing your skills and also provides some great networking opportunities.
We now have over 8,000 members in the Region. Each committee promotes their local events to the membership of that area using the IMechE’s list server. Please make sure that you keep your contact details up to date!
By joining IMechE you can enjoy the many benefits that membership brings. If you would like to have a membership presentation at your workplace, please contact our Business Development Manager Sandra Mulligan on s_mulligan@imeche.org.
We are currently making arrangements for our 2010 Annual Dinner which will take place in Glasgow in October. For further information and booking arrangements, please follow the link in the events diary below.
The Region is always looking to evolve, improve the things we do and have greater member engagement. We welcome your feedback and participation.
Dr. Alex Galloway, Honorary Secretary
09 March 2010 | 19:00 - 21:00
A visit and talk at the Museum archive where exhibits, including unique machines and devices, are restored and prepared for display.
12 March 2010 - 26 March 2010 | 13:03 - 23:45
This year we are once again holding our Speak Out For Engineering presentation competition.
If you want a shot at the £200 first place cash prize, with £100 for first runner up, please register you interest with the event organiser, neil@imechegym.co.uk for the entrants form and more information. Please apply before the closing deadline of 26th March.
If your application is successful you will be invited to take place in heats either by uploading a 5 minute presentation taster to youtube.com, or attending a hosted session. It's a great opportunity to test your skills and show off your project. We're looking forward to your application.
The competition final is planned to take place on 13th April. more details to follow!
15 March 2010 | 18:15 - 20:00
15 March 2010 | 18:30 - 20:30
The project manager and chief engineer working on the design and manufacture of the motorbike trying to break the land speed record will present their project.
Please visit the following link for more information on the project and the team:
http://www.angelicbulldog.org.uk/
Recent press coverage in The Times can also be found at the following link:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/driving/news/article7008324.ece
18 March 2010 | 17:45 - 20:00
Siemens present their newest electric train, in the shadow of the mock-up at the Glasgow Museum of Transport. The Class 380 will begin operation in Ayrshire from December 2010.
19 March 2010 | 18:15 - 20:00
Gabriel Uttley, Project Owner &Rider, Angelic Bulldog Team will present on working on the design and manufacture of the motorbike trying to break the land speed record will present their project.
Please visit the following link for more information on the project and the team:
http://www.angelicbulldog.org.uk/
23 March 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
A topical talk on the practical and technical aspects of the New Edinburgh Tramway system. Joint meeting with Railways Division
23 March 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
**The postponed Edinburgh Trams lecture has been re-arranged**
CAF come to Edinburgh to introduce the trams that will be running on the new Edinburgh tram network.
24 March 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
Sandra Mulligan: The IMechE Scottish Regional Business Manager, will give a seminar on how to become an incorporated or chartered engineer.
The seminar will cover how to obtain the engineering competencies and what is involved in the Professional Review Interview.
To register for this event please email Jacqueline Brown: j_brown@imeche.org
06 April 2010 | 19:30 - 20:30
This monthly meeting provides an opportunity to get involved with the IMechE young member's panel and to find out a bit more about what we do as well as feed back what you want from your local IMechE panel.
All members welcome!
13 April 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
A visit to the S&SE Fife Power Station - an opportunity to see a modern combined cycle gas turbine plant.
14 April 2010 | 17:30 - 19:30
David Elliott, Director of Engineering, A1 Steam Locomotive Trust presents the Tornado - the newest steam locomotive to have been built in the UK for decades. This is a joint session with the IET.
15 April 2010 | 09:00 - 17:00
Are you keen to gain registration but struggling with completing the paperwork required? Or, perhaps you have enough experience but can’t find a suitable sponsor? Help is at hand. A membership surgery will take place at Scottish Engineering in Glasgow on 15 April 2010. This is an opportunity to have a one to one appointment and gain detailed advice on your route to registration, based on your career to date. Each appointment lasts for 20 minutes and there is no cost attached to having a consultation. To book a space please email j_brown@imeche.org
17 April 2010 | 07:30 - 20:00
Visit to Cruachan Power Station, including technical tour. This is a full day event, which will also include Rafting.
21 April 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
22 April 2010 | 18:30 - 21:00
26 May 2010 | 18:30 - 20:00
19 June 2010 | 14:00 - 16:00
Visit to Europe's largest windfarm, just outside Glasgow!
25 August 2010 | 00:00 - 00:00
If you are registered (CEng, IEng or EngTech) and would like to volunteer as an Interviewer in your area then this half day course is for you.
For more information please contact Jacqueline Brown on j_brown@imeche.org
25 August 2010 | 18:00 - 20:00
Clark Motorsport service cars for events as well as build and ‘prepare’ cars for rallies.
The narrated tour will give the attendees an insight into what a rally car is, how it works, how it differs from a road car and what goes into getting to the finished product. The tour will cover the main assembly bay, the machine shop and the engine / transmission room.
This event provides a rare opportunity for anybody interested in rally driving or cars in general to meet the Clark Motorsport team and see the work involved up front.
Spaces for this event are limited (20 people only!) so please register by emailing imeche.aymp@googlemail.com
13 October 2010 | 09:30 - 16:30
Existing e-MPDS mentors are recommended to attend one of these regional seminars to develop their awareness reinforce their understanding of the role and update their mentoring skills.
Companies who would like to become accredited will receive all the practical guidance necessary for achieving accreditation.
The seminars are a great networking event for mentors, HR and training staff alike, providing an excellent opportunity for the exchange of ideas and to develop best practice. The syndicate work will help you put these ideas into action in the workplace.
29 October 2010 | 19:00 - 23:45
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers Scottish Region's Annual Dinner for 2010 will be hosted by the Scottish Region Chair, at the Thistle Hotel, Glasgow.
In today’s changing business climate, strong working relationships are of the utmost importance, and this occasion is ideal for networking and strengthening existing relationships. Over 400 engineers attended last year's event and used this opportunity to entertain clients, celebrate with partners and reward best-performing staff in an enjoyable, luxurious environment. The booking form is now available. To register your interest please contact Jacqueline Brown j_brown@imeche.org or 0141 221 7156
