Ryan Dixon
Local Address
Austin, TX 78705
**********@*****.***
Objective To obtain a position as a mechanical engineer
Education Mechanical Engineering at University of Texas at Austin, Fall 2008-
Present Expected graduation date May 2013
Related Courses
Thermodynamics, Mechanics of Solids, Computers and
Programming, Fluid Dynamics, Materials Processing, Heat Transfer, Machine Elements,
Dynamics, Engineering Computational Methods, Mechatronics, Engineering
Communication
Projects Senior Design Project
Created Preventative Maintenance Program for valves on BP’s offshore oil
platforms
Conducted research including surveying valve manufacturers and suppliers
Conducted economic cost-benefit analysis
Work Experience
08/2009-05/2011 Intramural Soccer Referee, University of Texas
Strengthened team skills by working with peers
Strengthened conflict handling skills
08/2005-08/2010 Soccer Referee, Fort Worth Youth Soccer Association
Strengthened team skills by working with peers
Strengthened conflict handling skills
05/2007-08/2007 Courtesy Clerk, Albertsons
Improved interpersonal and communication skills through working with
public
Developed strong sense of responsibility through regular employment
08/2009-05/2011 Intramural Soccer Referee, University of Texas
Strengthened team skills by working with peers
Strengthened conflict handling skills
Skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Basic, SolidWorks
Ability to Program in C, C++, Java,Labview, Multisim, MatLab
Strong organizational and problem solving skills
Ability to work proficiently on lab and machine equipment
Accomplishments University Honors, Spring 2009
Active Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2008-Present
Tandy Scholar
Machine Shop Certification, Fall 2011