Jason D. Furst
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www.linkedin.com/in/jfurst1
Education:
Binghamton University, State University of New York, Watson School of Engineering Binghamton, NY
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Expected: May 2014
Cumulative GPA: 2.917/4.0
Professional Experience:
Enterprise Lighting Sales New York, NY
Intern May 2013 - August 2013
Reviewed, corrected, and critiqued drawings designed using AutoCAD
Compiled 800-1000 invoices including purchases, inventory, and contracts into FlashPRO database
Reorganized inventory room to increase efficiency throughout the company
Team Project Experience:
Herkimer Diamond KOA Herkimer, NY
Capstone Team Project September 2013 - Present
Collaborated in a multidisciplinary team of six, to design, implement, test, and document a
comprehensive “Robotics Lodge” to promote STEM learning for children and adults of all ages
Initiated the repurposing of a garage door opener into a lift system to be utilized by children of all ages
Assisted the development of an interactive lighting system installed throughout the bottom paneling of the lodge
Constructed a mini mining museum display system accurately depicting the Herkimer Diamonds’ mining process
Upgraded a basic hammock into an automated hammock that rocks itself with the push of a button
Supervised the installation of all the designs listed above on site at Herkimer Diamond KOA Campgrounds
Additional Experience:
Junior Design Binghamton, NY
Student Jan 2013 - May 2013
Developed an ergonomic toilet while adhering to statistical guidelines
Designed, modeled, and tested toilet using Finite Element Software to guarantee safety and functionality
Transcribed purpose, tests, results, and conclusions in a formal report
Robotics ME 443 Binghamton, NY
Student Jan 2013 – May 2013
Built and tested multiple robots to perform physical tasks while communicating with
nodes via infrared (IR) LED, ultrasonic, and touch sensors
Programmed all activities utilizing Robot C code
Technical Skills:
AutoCAD Creo (Pro Engineering) Microsoft Office FlashPRO Database
C+ MATLAB Sustainable Minds Finite Element
Technical Courses:
Mechanical Design Sustainable Engineering Mixed Media Computational Methods
HVAC Human Factors Robotics Drawing
Professional Organizations:
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers Binghamton, NY
Member January 2014-Present
Analyzed heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigerating to endorse a sustainable world
Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA) Binghamton Binghamton, NY
Student Chapter Member January 2012-Present
Participated in meetings, guest lectures, and various tours relating to mechanical engineering
High Hopes Binghamton, NY
Volunteer Counselor January 2012 – May 2013
Counseled with members of the community struggling with issues ranging from drug and alcohol
addiction, sexual harassment, bullying, suicidal thoughts, and sexual orientation discomfort using a confidential crisis hotlines