Derek Bishop
Cazenovia, NY ***35
Cell: 315-***-****
***********.*@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
To use and test the Mechanical Engineering skills obtained thus far in a
real work environment. Available immediately.
EDUCATION:
Syracuse University - Syracuse, NY
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering completed 92 of 128 credits.
Relevant Courses: Circuits, Mechanics of Materials, Thermodynamics, Fluid
Mechanics, Vibrations, Heat Transfer and Biomaterials. Completed all
required Math and Sciences.
PROJECTS:
Cornerstone Project: Designed a domestic solar-thermal heating system for
a virtual family. Emphasis placed on individual and team design
procedures. Project involved mathematical applications, effective
communication, and other fundamental practices.
SKILLS:
Computer: Office, Excel (VBA), Minitab, Pro Engineer 2001, AutoCAD, Adept
Contracting/Mechanical skills: Saws, drills, power tools, and others
Machining: Metal lathe, Mill, Drill Press
Test Equipment: Circuit Tester, Ductility Test, Hardness Test, Optical
Comparator
Misc. Equipment: Adept six axis robots (Evana), Unovis Polaris models,
Robotic solder
WORK EXPERIENCE:
TRW Automotive - Auburn, NY
Process Engineering Co-Op May 2007 -
Dec. 2007
Worked closely with engineering integrators to prepare, debug, test and run
custom equipment for tire pressure sensors and receivers. Continuously
trained employees machine operations. Performed detailed robotic solder
experiments for production.
Marquardt Switches - Cazenovia, NY
Quality Engineering Co-Op May 2008 - August
2008
Completely designed and developed mechanical test fixture. Created
training documentation and work instructions for many work stations.
Executed experiments for water flow sensors. Quality tasks also involved
solder process and failure analysis.
ACTIVITIES/INTERESTS:
Paintball Team: Treasurer / Field Leader
Tuning: Dirt bikes (two and four stroke), tune paintball gun, custom
computer, fix car
Sports: Motocross Racing, Hockey, Soccer, Snowboarding, Volleyball
REFERENCES: Available upon request.