Alex,
See below for my responses.
My questions are:
- is it OK to revise your wage expectations after the interview?
Yes.
The employer flies me in on site at their expense. If yes, what is better to give as a reason?
As you learned more about the position, you have developed a better understanding of the duties of the position and you have a better understanding of an appropriate compensation.
- if a job is (sort of) contract-based (that is, there is a specific project, albeit long-term), does the contract usually oblige you to stick with the project for the whole estimated term?
Usually, engineers work "at risk" unless there is a signed contract. A contract is rare and most engineering positions are "at risk". This means that you can leave the position at any time and they can terminate you at any time. If you have a written contract (which is not too common), you will have terms and conditions for contract termination. Often times, there is a minimum time that you must work. But if there is a minimum time, there should be some sort of compensation or signing bonus which would be forfeited if you quit early.
Should I discuss this with the recruiter in advance?
It would be best to discuss it with the recruiter. However, keep in mind that the recruiter is mostly going to serve the recruiter's interest. If you are compensating the recruiter, the recruiter will be primarily representing you. If the employer is compensating the recruiter, the recruiter will be primarily serving the interests of the employer.
Regards, Harold Sprague
From: bauskas@gmail.com
Date: Mon, 4 Jul 2011 00:36:10 +0300
Subject: Career ethic OT
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