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Matthew J. Appleman
Objective To advance my career in engineering within the mechanical or aerospace fields in a fast-
paced, team oriented environment, while continuing to expand my knowledge and skill set.
§ Feb. 2014 – August 2014 Echo Therapeutics Franklin, MA (Contractor to Employee)
Work Mechanical Engineer – Design of Non-Invasive Continuous Glucose Monitor
Experience o Designed and Created 3D Parts/Assemblies/Drawings in SolidWorks
o Redesigned abrader unit to increase manufacturability and reliability
o Development of bench top skin simulator test fixture
o Updated several components to second generation designs
o Led Meetings and Design Reviews
o Conducted concept and technical design reviews for second generation
designs to improve device reliability
o Participated in product requirement meetings and aided in generating
requirement specifications
o Oversaw Vendor Work
o Worked with vendors to design membrane switches and overlays
o Collaborated with vendors to develop tooling and procedures for producing
abrasive tips
o Specified and ordered prototype materials and parts
o Designed, Created, and Executed Proof of Concept Experiments
o Generated and Submitted Engineering Change Orders
§ Sept. 2012 – Nov. 2013 Volcano Corporation Billerica, MA
Mechanical Engineer, R&D – Development of Next-Generation Medical Device
o Designed and Created 3D Parts/Assemblies/Drawings in SolidWorks
o Components included circuit board clips, tooling fixtures, manufacturing aids
o Developed prototypes with 3D printing
o Led Meetings, Design Reviews, and Small Teams
o Mechanical engineer tasked to resolve plastic enclosure cracking issues
o Conducted various engineering tests and life-cycle testing
o Made necessary design changes to prevent future cracking
o Generated final report and design review
o Created and Executed Verification Protocols and Reports
o IPX, Shock and Vibration, Temperature and Humidity
o Generated Work Instructions and SOPs
o Created and Executed Proof of Concept Experiments
o Ordered Materials and Parts through Vendors
o Generated and Submitted ECO/MCO Drawing Changes
§ June 2010 – Sept. 2012 Boston University School of Management Boston, MA
Payroll Assistant
o Prepared invoices and reimbursement forms
o Performed office duties such as document management and spreadsheet analysis
Sept 2008 – May 2012 Boston University Boston, MA
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Aerospace Engineering Major: Graduated May 2012
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Education
Engineering GPA: 3.1/4.0
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Coursework Included: Core Engineering Classes, Mechanics of Materials, Fluid
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Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Propulsion, Mechanical Design, Product Development and
various aerospace courses such as Flight Structures, Aerodynamics, Orbital Mechanics,
and Senior Deign.
Senior Design Project: (Outstanding Aerospace Project Award Winner)
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Projects o Designed and analyzed humanitarian STOL UAV for rapid deployment after
natural disasters to aid ravaged regions
o Created scale model of final aircraft design and presented final project report
to peers and senior faculty
o Stability and Control Team Expert
Shrouded Tidal Turbine
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o FEA Stress and Fluid Flow Analyses Utilizing COMSOL Multiphysics
Straw Truss Bridge
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o Member Loading Analysis to Determine Weak Linkages in Truss Design
o Contest to Most Accurately Predict Max Loading and Failing Truss Member
Several hands-on computer projects using MATLAB to write scripts and solve
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complex problems and equations
Extensive Experience Working in SolidWorks and PDM Vault
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Experienced using LinAir, Profili, MATLAB, and COMSOL Multiphysics
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Skills Familiar with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
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Experience and Familiarity with FDA Regulations and Standards
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Document Control Experience utilizing Agile Advantage Software
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§ Member of AIAA since 2010.
Interests and § Design and construction of walled paver patio at house, and other landscaping and home
Activities projects
§ Sports and recreation: football, tennis, golf, avid Boston University hockey fan
§ Various volunteer work: Special Olympics coach, food banks, and other community support