Mechanical Engineer
Resume:
Dawson D. Jones
Missoula, MT *****
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Dedicated and hardworking Mechanical Engineering student with an internal drive to deliver excellence and eagerness to learn new skills and tools. Seeking an entry level engineering position to utilize amassed skills in leadership and problem solving through my four years of coursework and lifetime of work experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Montana State University (MSU), Bozeman, MT
Expected Date of Graduation: November 2020
Relevant Coursework
Thermodynamics, Advanced Thermal Systems, Finite Element Analysis, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Mechanical Vibrations, Mechanical Component Design Software Skills
SolidWorks, MATLAB, ANSYS APDL, Mathcad, AutoCAD, LabVIEW, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Senior Capstone Project
Senior Capstone Course
Advanced Portable Racetrack
January 2020 – November 2020
• Utilized SolidWorks, Gantt chart, and 3D printing software to design and build a portable, lightweight, and advanced racetrack for younger students.
• Optimized limited resources, met strict schedules, and worked productively within a team structure.
• Dealt with mechanical systems, designs, and components representative of those encountered in industrial or research environments. Junior Design Project
Multidisciplinary Design Course
Remote Control Car
January 2019 – May 2019
• Utilized AutoCAD, Solid Works, Gantt Chart, and 3D printing software to design and build an RC car.
• Constructed and coordinated drawing packages using SolidWorks for team and professor.
• Collaborated with students within the Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and Civil Engineering departments as well as Computer Science students.
• Participated in successful demonstration of remote-control car through obstacle course. Work Experience
Civil Engineering Intern
DJ&A, PC, Missoula, MT
May 2020 – Current
• Communicated with different engineering disciplines and contractors.
• Ran differential leveling circuits and topographic mapping as rod and instrument man.
• Staked various engineering related elements, i.e. sewer, water, and property boundary.
• Performed GNSS and Conventional Total Station Surveys.
• Took instructions from the engineering staff for bridge and river mapping surveys. Wildland Firefighter
US Forest Service, Huson, MT
May 2018 – September 2019
• Mentored and trained assigned resources in safe firefighting practices.
• Assessed risk of certain operations due to a variety of dangers.
• Constructed fire line with the help of several hand tools and a variety of pumps.
• Adhered to the chain of command as it applied to the crew.
• Performed and taught high-level chainsaw operations. Wildland Firefighter
US Forest Service, Stevensville, MT
May 2017 – September 2017
• Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using hand tools, engines, pumps, and Rx burning.
• Used a chainsaw to remove hazardous trees, thin forest units, etc.
• Maintained fire engines and firefighting equipment. Forestry Aide
US Forest Service, Huson, MT
May 2016 – September 2016
• Supported reforestation by planting grass and groundcover crops to prevent soil from being washed or blown away.
• Cleared fallen trees and brush from forest hiking trails using chainsaws and hand tools. Certifications
• First Aid Certification
• CPR/AED Certification
• Driver’s License
• Insurable Driving Record
References for Dawson D. Jones
Dr. Michael Edens, Ph.D, PE
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Professor
Montana State University
Culbertson Hall, 100
Bozeman, MT 59717
Mr. Bob Rinfret, PLS
Survey Project Manager
DJ&A PC
3203 S Russell St
Missoula, MT 59801
Mr. Matt Heisler
Engine Foreman
Nine Mile Ranger District
Edith Peak Road
Frenchtown, MT 59834
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