THOMAS WILLIAM MCCOY
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Permanent Address
Marlboro, NY 12542
EDUCATION
Binghamton University, State University of New York, Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
May 2013
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.25/4.00
Dean’s List: Spring 2011, Spring 2013
NOTABLE COURSEWORK
Sustainable Design Machine Design Fluid Mechanics Differential Equations
Statics/Dynamics Solid Mechanics Electrical Circuits Vibrations
Thermodynamics Calculus-Based Physics Computer Aided Engineering HVAC
Heat Transfer Material Science Project Management Control Systems
SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE
Autodesk and AutoCAD LabView MATLAB MS Office & MS Project
CREO and Pro/ENGINEER Mathematica Lotus Symphony SolidWorks
WORK EXPERIENCE
July 2012 – August 2012
International Business Machines (IBM), Poughkeepsie, NY
Facilities Engineer Intern
Scored in the top 10% of the IPAT test, which measures ability to learn, analyze and process complex information. Studies have
repeatedly demonstrated their ability to predict which applicants will be more successful emplo yees (as rated by IBM managers)
Designed and performed experiments to optimize the energy efficiency of existing air handling units
Toured active data centers as a member of the Site Energy Council and identified problem areas to eliminate unnecessary energy
consumption
Created a user-friendly spreadsheet that determines the energy consumed by an air handler for each possible supply air temperature
Performed a detailed estimate of the cost of rerouting and burying chilled water supply and return piping
Exchanged ideas and suggestions with coworkers and customers in physical meetings and on conference calls
Became proficient with several testing instruments in or der to empirically validate theories
Gained valuable experience and exposure to being a successful contributor in a professional atmosphere
July 2011 – January 2012
Chemprene Inc., Beacon, NY
Engineering Dept. Intern
Worked to improve the process of adding rip -stop reinforcements to oil containment booms to improve assembly efficiency
Designed a marking template used to place silicone inserts between layers of rubber fabric to ensure accurate production as w ell as
minimize material losses due to scrap
Lead design and construction of an in-line duster that coats polymer belts with mica to prevent self-adhesion
Researched and evaluated various software packages that record, maintain, and report lab test results and prese nted the findings so
that the existing database could be replaced
Improved modeling abilities on both AutoCAD and Solid Works to reduce time spent on the drafting phase of each project
Operated several machines on the factory floor to prevent setbacks due to lack of available workers
May 2008 – August 2010
Adams Fairacre Farms, Newburgh, NY
Garden Center Sales Associate
Maintained the effectiveness of merchandise flow and presentation standards throughout the store and the stockroom to create a
pleasant environment for customers and employees
Gained experience in stockroom systems, scanning systems, merchandising, shipment processing, and multi -tasking, allowing for
seamless transitions between various roles on both the sales floor and the stockroom
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
September 2012 – May 2013
Senior Capstone Design Project, Binghamton University
Project Member
Employed engineering design processes to develop a more effective data center server cabinet for a local manufacturer
Created Gantt Charts and delegated research and design topics to optimize time management and productivity within the team
Developed as well as performed testing plans to ensure the final design will meet the expectations of the customer
May 2011 – May 2013
Engineers without Borders, Binghamton University
Club Member
Interacted with members in order to enhance project development and give back to the community through an engineering manner
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
March 2013 – Present
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Student Member