Mechanical Engineering Assistant

Christian Zoeger

845-***-**** ***************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Dedicated Mechanical Engineering graduate. Possess practical experience utilizing 3D modeling, complex assemblies and simulations to visualize product designs. Proficient in material testing and calculating material properties. Exposed to 3D printing as a prototyping and final manufacturing tool. Has an affinity for hands-on work and skilled at creative problem-solving. Fluent in Spanish eager to learn from industry experts.

EDUCATION

SUNY New Paltz Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering May 2017

Related courses: Staics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Materials, Advanced CAD, FEA, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mecanics, and Intro to Composite Materials. In addition to several design classes.

3.33 GPA Cum Laude.

SKILLS

Languages: Spanish (native speaker)

CAD: SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor

Computer: FEA in ANSYS, Programing in MATLAB and Arduino, Microsoft Office Suite

3-D Printing: Experience in MakerBot 2, 2X, and 5th generation, Markforged 1 & 2

Machinery: Instron 5984 loadframe, drill press, milling machine, table and tile saw

EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant SUNY New Paltz Aug. 2015 - May 2017

Developed presentation skills by preparing and presenting a research poster at the Arizona ASME, IMECE Conference. (November 15, 2016)

Performed tension and compression test of different materials including carbon fiber on Istron load frame.

Analyzed data for the calculation of material properties (e.g. stress, strain and Young’s modulus)

Assisted in the ongoing creation of a research paper on the effects of different Parameters on 3D printing

Created a white paper on the use of Digital Image Correlation to visualize damage progression of composites

Participated with a select group of students on the creation of the new mechanical research laboratory

Manufactured injection molded coupons for tension and impact tests

Student Assistant Center for International Programs at SUNY New Paltz June 2013 - May 2015

Assisted in organizing large scale events (e.g. orientation for international students, campus tours)

Spanish translator for the office when needed

Worked in the front desk and assisted Advisors (e.g. filing, emailing, reviewing immigration documents)

PROJECTS

“Adjustable Cruise Control of a Motorcycle” Capstone Project

Controlled a servo motor using Raspberry Pi to pull throttle cable maintaining cruise speed

3D modeled and printed the enclosures and mounts for the electronics used

“Device Measuring Hip Rotation for sports” Course Design of Measurement Instrumentations

Set up and programmed Arduino to control two triple-axis accelerometers

Sensors were placed at either side of the hips to measure hip rotations

“Road Bicycle Gear Lever” Course Design Using Reverse Engineering

Analyzed Shimano gear level to design an improved prototype using SolidWorks

VOLUNTEER WORK

Wildlife Monitoring Volunteer June 2014

The Hudson River Estuary Program and Scenic Hudson, Esopus, New York

Monitored the population of eels in Black Creek to help biologists discover why the fish population is declining

Assistant Trainer Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2015

Majestic View Farms, Gardiner, NY

Collaborated with head trainer to prepare Peruvian horses for competitive shows

Participated and won competitions in the North East and National Shows (2015)

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