KOEN A AMBROSE
Tel: 561-***-****
Deerfield Beach, FL33442
Email: *****.*******@*****.***
Mechanical Engineer
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
. Goal oriented mechanical engineer with hands-on capability and knowledge
of various design and graphics programs (CAD); enthusiastic about
learning and applying new technologies, enhancing current technical
expertise and applying transferable skills.
. Enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to meet challenges and quickly
assimilate the newest technologies, skills, concepts and ideas.
. Recognized as team leader, with strong commitment to quality and customer
service.
. Highly analytical team player with aptitude for quickly scrutinizing
environments to identify and prioritize needs/risks and develop
solutions.
. Creative problem-solver who works hard to overcome challenges.
. Well versed in product assembly and comfortable with part production
methods including fabrication, machining and welding.
SOFTWARE / TECHNICAL SKILLS AND PROFICIENCY
Certified SolidWorks Pro-E Wildfire Albire Algor
Associate
Simulink MS Excel MS Word MS PowerPoint
MS Project Lab View MS Access MATLAB
Photoshop Fluent Ansys Arc Welding
Thermal Systems System Design Manufacturing RETScreen
Steam Power Fluid Mechanics Methods Alternative Energy
Systems
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CYCLONE POWER TECHNOLOGIES, Pompano Beach, Florida
Lead Engineer/Project Manager, S2 External Combustion Steam Engine
2011 - Present
Instrumental in implementing engineering practices and organizational
skills with a resulting approval of a multimillion dollar engine
development contract. Further duties included:
. Modeling original draft drawings into CAD (SolidWorks);
. Remodeling parts based on subsequent calculation data or FEA data to
resolve part or assembly conflicts;
. Resolving CAD drawings into feasible engineering models and draft
drawings;
. Overseeing the production of parts and assemblies into engine systems and
sub-systems;
. Organizing schedules for the production of parts, sub-assemblies and
assemblies;
. Organizing schedules for fabricators, machinists and mechanics;
. Manufacturing and assisting in the manufacture of parts where necessary;
. Overseeing and assisting in the assembly of sub-assemblies and full
engine system;
. Writing and overseeing test procedures for engine assemblies and sub-
assemblies;
. Conducting tests and data collection of engine sub-systems and full
engine system;
. Writing reports based on engine parameters and test data;
. Recording engine design and production procedures including relative cost
structure of engine and components;
. Lending engineering expertise to other engine projects where needed.
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, Boca Raton Florida
Technical Assistant, Carol and Barry Kaye Auditorium
2009 - 2011
. Assisted in full auditorium maintenance
. Assistant light and video board operator during shows and oversaw the
training of new employees
. Chief spotlight operator during show nights and during employee training
. Conducted maintenance of the spotlights including the electrical
maintenance of the units
. Assisted in the setup and break down of all technical equipment and stage
equipment before and after scheduled functions
NOVASEAL, Boca Raton, Florida
Engineering Intern
2008 - 2009
. Used CAD to build an options catalog for impulse sealing products
. Used engineering expertise to assist in projects when needed
. Developed and built organizational systems for raw materials and
instruments for impulse sealing products.
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, Boca Raton Florida
Manager, Student Union Day Crew
2007 - 2008
. Developed task sheet for student workers; table chair layout per floor
plan requirements, electrical requirements, audio-visual equipment set-
up, and additional requirements as identified by customer.
. Supervised maintenance of the Student Union.
. Walk through layout to ensure proper set-up; discuss and resolve
discrepancies with event coordinator and caterer.
. Validate student employee time sheets; write performance evaluations
every 250 hours.
. Ensuring staff coverage for all major events (graduation, concerts,
Presidential Debates, meetings, etc.)
EDUCATION
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
2008
Gained fluency in: Thermal Systems, Electro-mechanical Devices, Advanced
Thermal Fluid Designs, CAD, Alternative Energy Systems
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
2011
Gained fluency in: Wind Turbine, Solar Technology Engineering, Final
Element Analysis, Vibrations, Engineering Economics, Finite Element
Analysis, Mechanical Properties of Polymers, Advanced Computation Fluid
Dynamics
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Self-designed, built, and tested: Stirling Engine; Automatic Playing
Violin; Automated Medical Walker; Solar Energy Backup System for Mechanical
Engineering Lab.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
. Member, American Society Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
. Member, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
VOLUNTEER / FUNDRAISING
. Peer Tutor: Calculus, Algebra, Trigonometry, CAD, and Physics
. Relay for Life, American Cancer Society
. Heart Walk, American Heart Association
. Walk for Juvenile Diabetes
HONORS/SCHOLARSHIPS
. Golden Key, International Honor Society
2004 - Present
. National Society of Collegiate Scholars
2004 - Present
. Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
2006 - Present
. The National Scholars Honor Society
2008 - Present
HOBBIES/INTERESTS
Alternative Energy Engineering, Digital Graphic Art Design, Fine Arts
(drawing, painting), Music- Classical Violin performance, Shokotan Karate
(Brown Belt), Culinary Arts, Technological Development (Past, Present and
Future).