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Industry
Victaulic
- Automated Manufacturing & Machining
- Building Automation Engineering
- Construction Management
- Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Polymer Engineering
- Welding & Metal Fabrication
With Global HQ in Easton, PA, Victaulic is the originator of mechanical pipe joining solutions. Victaulic has 15 manufacturing facilities with 5,500 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection.
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Q&A with Victaulic
WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT THE INDUSTRY YOU SERVE?
It excites me to be making mission critical products that help solve construction projects such as bringing oil and gas to the end user (infrastructure), providing life- saving fire suppression technology (sprinklers), and delivering fresh potable water and power generation (energy) to people around the world.
WHAT DO YOU APPRECIATE MOST ABOUT YOUR COMPANY'S CULTURE/MISSION?
We have a highly collaborative work environment that work in project teams. Corporate engineers work very closely with manufacturing engineering, our R&D laboratory technicians, and foundry engineers. Everyone's opinion and expertise is valued. Victaulic has a huge commitment to R&D (new product development).
HOW DID YOUR COMPANY FIRST CONNECT WITH PENN COLLEGE?
We first connected about 20 years ago. We started attending career fairs. One of our manufacturing engineering managers, Jesse Dorn, is an alumni. We have many other employees who are alumni as well.
WHY DO YOU BELIEVE PENN COLLEGE IS A SOUND INVESTMENT? WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR RETURN?
We have 9 mechanical designers in our Engineering Design department who are alumni of Penn College. They enjoy challenges and are driven to succeed. The curriculum and staff at Penn College have prepared them for success in our business! We have Penn College alumni who have advanced within our organization!
WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU VALUE MOST WHEN RECRUITING PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ALUMNI?
We look for technical knowledge so employees can jump right in and hit the ground running. They all have a hands-on mentality that's essential for a global manufacturing company. Their communication skills are top notch! Penn College encourages their students to network early. The support from Career Services at Penn College is exceptional!
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (AND PARENTS) WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
If you are a student who is more of a hands-on learner versus a theory-based learner, Penn College is a very wise choice to advance your education. The culture and philosophy at Penn College will reinforce your skills and help you succeed. The support of the staff is amazing. They help in every way to connect you and help you to build relationships with potential employers.
Industry Connections
Judy Tierney
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
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Programs
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Hone the technical skills you need to be a part of a rapidly growing career field.
Building Automation Engineering
Learn how to centrally manage building systems and automatically control features like room temperature, elevators, and security systems.
Construction Management
Take the lead in the boardroom and on the job site, running all types of construction projects from small to large.
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Spark ideas that improve processes and impact outcomes.
Non-Destructive Testing
Learn how to inspect and certify structures using the latest non-destructive testing techniques.
Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology
Dive into extensive hands-on training with industrial-scale processing equipment in one of our two ABET-accredited plastics programs.
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Perfect your skills in our expanded 55,000-square-foot lab.
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