- Dec 13, 2015
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As you may know, people with Asperger's Syndrome have a fascination with particular things. A friend of mine who is on the autism spectrum has a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and an almost freakish love for pumps and fluids. The phrase "lives and breathes the stuff" comes to mind. He recently graduated from Drexel and is looking for work.
I think the ideal place would be in a large plant setting such as a water treatment plant, large chiller facility, or other similar industrial location with lots and lots of plumbing, where technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are paramount, and working with the public is infrequent. Social skills are not his forte, but don't ask him about techniques to avoid harmful harmonics in variable frequency drives unless you've recently gone to the bathroom....
Entry level is probably where it is at for him. He has interned at some neat places, and has the somewhat unique ability to understand that his job is to do what he is told. In addition to his love for plumbing, he is a good writer. A temporary or term appointment would probably be fine, especially if it can grow into a permanent position. The trick, I guess like it is for everyone, is finding that right place, where the employer can benefit from the unique skills that he brings to the table, and he can have a place to exercise his problem solving skills. Shoot me a PM if you have a good lead or need further info.
I think the ideal place would be in a large plant setting such as a water treatment plant, large chiller facility, or other similar industrial location with lots and lots of plumbing, where technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are paramount, and working with the public is infrequent. Social skills are not his forte, but don't ask him about techniques to avoid harmful harmonics in variable frequency drives unless you've recently gone to the bathroom....
Entry level is probably where it is at for him. He has interned at some neat places, and has the somewhat unique ability to understand that his job is to do what he is told. In addition to his love for plumbing, he is a good writer. A temporary or term appointment would probably be fine, especially if it can grow into a permanent position. The trick, I guess like it is for everyone, is finding that right place, where the employer can benefit from the unique skills that he brings to the table, and he can have a place to exercise his problem solving skills. Shoot me a PM if you have a good lead or need further info.