Mimiko Christine Liba
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MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and performance-driven engineer with comprehensive technical knowledge in mechanics. Adept at creative problem-solving and utilizing resources for maximum efficiency. Recognized for professionalism, a positive attitude, and commitment to excellence. Demonstrated effective communication and collaboration with senior management, associates, and customers. Able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure. Works independently, or as a contributive team member with minimal guidance. Seeking new challenges within an industry-leading professional organization involving mechanical design, energy solutions, management, and quality assurance.
CORE SKILLS AND TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Strategic Planning
Problem Solving
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Root Cause Analysis
Multi-Project Coordination
Project Leadership and Teamwork
Technical Writing and Editing
Bilingual English and Japanese
•Microsoft Office (Word/PowerPoint/Excel/Publisher)
•Basic SolidWorks, MATLAB, PSpice
•Adobe Illustrator
•QGIS
•Google Earth Pro
•Voyager (Motorola)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SBP Consulting, LLC (Test Engineer), Silver Spring, MD Jun 2014 – present
Collaborate with state/county officials and Motorola personnel to incorporate new radio system features
Developed geographical and strategic plans for surveying that cut down 30% of the estimated time allotted on contract
Demonstrated troubleshooting methods on Voyager (Motorola’s coverage testing software) to coworkers, instilling self-reliance and knowledge of the program
Heightened customer approval of the company by establishing open communication, promptly addressing concerns, and orchestrating above-and-beyond work in a timely manner
Assisted in installing Cisco networking equipment and Avaya phones at Prince George’s County, MD 911 center and backup center; maximized functionality of work stations with preparations of supplemental equipment
EDUCATION
University of Maryland, College Park, MD Aug 2011 – May 2014
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
•Transfer President’s Award
Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ Aug 2010 – May 2011
Mechanical Engineering Major
•Edwin A. Stevens Scholarship
•Martha Bayard Stevens Scholarship
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Stair Glider Design Project (Group Member), University of Maryland Spring 2014
Designed and prototyped a stair assistance device for the elderly using root cause analysis to derive ostensible difficulties
Determined a positive growth potential from market analysis and subsequently evaluated manufacturing processes and cost
DeWALT Drywall Screwdriver Redesign Project (Team Leader), University of Maryland Fall 2013
Analyzed subsystems of the DW272 and benchmarked its performance against competitors, deducing areas with inefficiency
Unified team’s strengths to deliver final design; formalized collective report and accompanying PowerPoint presentation
Fluid Mechanics Demister Project (Team Leader), University of Maryland Spring 2013
Designed a scaled model of vane-type water separators to remove water vapor from various equipment for maximum performance using MATLAB and dimensional analysis calculations
Coordinated team activity to draft technical reports detailing tolerances for our design and highlighting areas of improvement
Light Fixture Sustainability Project (Group Member), University of Maryland Spring 2013
Researched the university’s lighting standards and options for greater sustainability
Generated life cycle and cost analyses to investigate means of scaling down ecological impacts and financial effects
Formulated a business case analysis on findings and methods to escalate resourcefulness and slash wasteful energy
Beam Design Project (Team Leader), University of Maryland Spring 2012
Created technical drawings of a beam using given geometric constraints and withstanding desired load
Guided team members to build prototypes and examine failure points; improved design to achieve greatest strength-to-weight ratio in the class