& EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Solid Waste Technical Conference

Training Day: March 13, 2023 • Granger Waste Services Main Office, Lansing Conference Day March 14, 2023 • Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing

Sponsored by ESD and the Michigan Waste and Recycling Association, the 32nd Annual Solid Waste Technical Conference is designed to educate attendees on cutting-edge technological innovations and solutions related to the solid waste industry. The conference brings together national experts to present on issues related to policy, new technologies and what the future holds for the industry.

A pre-conference training day is planned, designed to provide practical guidance and hands-on demonstrations.

For more information or to register to attend, visit esd.org, or contact Leslie Smith, CMP, at lsmith@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 152.

GOLD AWARD RECEPTION & RECOGNITION

March 15, 2023

Join ESD’s Affiliated Technical Societies as we come together to honor and recognize our leaders—engineers, scientists and technical professionals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding achievement and service within their respective Societies.

Hosted by The Engineering Society of Detroit and its Affiliate Council, the event features this year’s Gold Award winner, Robert F. Bordley, PhD, nominated by INCOSE.

The event will take place at The Engineering Society of Detroit’s headquarters in Southfield. For more information or to register, visit esd.org or contact Elana Shelef at eshelef@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 119.

ENGINEERS GET HIRED JOB FAIR March 28, 2023

Esd Affiliate Council Meetings

Third Wednesday of Each Month

ESD established the Affiliate Council to encourage cross-society cooperation and communication between engineering, scientific and allied professional societies. ESD members are invited to attend. Meetings include a technical presentation, and the topics change every month. Continuing education certificates are available upon request.

Meetings are currently being held online via the Zoom platform, from 6–7 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month.

For more information or to register, contact Elana Shelef at eshelef@esd.org or 248-3530735, ext. 119.

Employers: Exhibit space is available for those looking to hire. Meet in person with engineering and tech professionals, college students and recent graduates eager to find their next opportunity.

Job Seekers: Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or an in-between careers job seeker, you’ll find your next position at ESD’s job fair. Employers will be recruiting for full and part-time positions, as well as internships and co-ops.

The job fair will be held at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi from 2–7 p.m. For more information on exhibiting or attending, visit esd. org or contact Leslie Smith, CMP, at 248353-0735, ext. 152, or lsmith@esd.org.

FE/PE EXAM REVIEW COURSES: ELECTRICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MECHANICAL & CIVIL

Summer/Fall Session Starts in July 2023

Holding a PE license sets you apart. Adding PE initials after your name provides many benefits including a higher salary, faster career advancement and the ability to sign and seal contracts and drawings.

For over 75 years, ESD has helped thousands of engineers pass the State licensing exam. ESD’s review courses will prepare you to pass the exam on your first try. Learn in a small group setting from academic and industry professionals who have first-hand knowledge of the course material.

For more information and to register, please contact Elana Shelef at eshelef@esd.org of 248-353-0735, ext. 119, or visit esd.org.

MICHIGAN ENERGY EFFICIENCY CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

May 9, 2023

In its 24th year, this conference, the only one of its kind in Michigan, is designed to educate small to large commercial and industrial businesses on technology, products, and services that will assist them in successful energy management.

Hosted by DTE Energy and ESD, the conference will include a special keynote presentation, educational tracks and dozens of exhibitors offering energy-related products and services.

The conference will take place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. For more information or to register, visit esd.org or call 248-353-0735.

ONLINE “EARNING YOUR PE” INFO SESSION

Ongoing (check esd.org for dates)

Discover the many benefits of becoming a licensed professional engineer. Attend a complimentary session and learn about the path to licensure. Sessions are scheduled several times each month. There is no cost to attend, but preregistration is required.

Check esd.org for dates and times. For more information contact Elana Shelef at eshelef@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 119.

Online Pe Continuing Education Classes

Through April 2023

Michigan PEs who want to enhance their personal and professional growth, or who need continuing education hours, can check out ESD’s three and four-hour courses.

Current PEs can take ESD review course classes on an à la carte basis to satisfy state requirements. A broad range of topics are offered. The live, instructor-led, online classes are taught by academic and industry professionals.

For a class schedule and to register, visit esd.org or contact Elana Shelef at eshelef@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 119.

Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting? Contact Leslie Smith, CMP, at lsmith@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 152.

Esd Annual Golf Outing

June 12, 2023

Looking forward to sunny skies and getting back on the greens? Mark your calendar and plan to join your colleagues and friends for ESD’s 12th Annual Golf Outing. Enjoy a day of fun and networking in support of engineering. Outing proceeds help support ESD’s outreach and educational efforts.

The golf outing will take place at Oak Pointe Country Club in Brighton. Golfers—register early as this popular event sells out each year.

For more information, to register, or for sponsorship opportunities, visit esd.org or contact Heather Lilley at hlilley@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 120.

Esd Annual Dinner

June 2023

The Engineering Society of Detroit’s 2023 Annual Dinner is being planned for this June. Watch for a save the date postcard and check esd.org for updates. For information on sponsoring or attending the dinner, contact Elana Shelf at 248-353-0735, ext. 119, or eshelef@esd.org.