REBECCA GAST
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CHASSELL, MI 49916
EDUCATION:
Michigan Technological University
Expected December 2015
GPA: 3.08
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Minors: Psychology, Enterprise
Certificate: Electric Power Engineering
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
AutoCAD
P&IDs, Process Flow Diagrams
On-Site Commissioning
PLC Programming and Emulation
One-Line Diagrams and Load Lists
Technical Documentation
IEEE, NFPA 70E/NEC, and ISA Codes
PowerWorld, Aspen
ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE:
Dematic – Controls Intern Spring 2015, Summer 2015
Worked on distributed controls projects in automation and distribution for customers from start to finish
Handled controls layouts and CAD, panel design, communications networks, I/O, PLC programming and emulation, and on-site commissioning
Kiewit Power Engineers – Electrical Intern Summer 2014
Updated load list, P&IDs, and one-line for a feed study, performed take-offs
Designed room layouts and architectural drawings for electrical connections
Created a design standard for power distribution centers
The Hershey Company – Controls Co-Op Spring 2013, Fall 2013
Aided in a manufacturing line relocation, construction, and redesign project
Contributed in the development and presentation of a bid package
Tracked project documentation, made equipment purchases and change orders
Circuit Controls Corp – Engineering Intern Summer 2012, Summer 2013
Performed maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting in automotive terminal manufacturing
Installed new vision systems and worked with plant personnel to coordinate down time
Updated one-line diagram and lighting panels based on building expansion changes
Blue Marble Security Enterprise Spring 2012-Present
Blue Marble Security is an undergraduate research and design company at Michigan Tech
Past held include President, V.P. of Communications and V.P. of Public Relations
Past Projects:
Outreach: Soldering and troubleshooting of a POV Globe, circuit design and testing for a middle school outreach program, business development and research
Mechatronics: R&D of electro-mechanical braking systems in hybrid/electric vehicles
ME Wildcard: R&D of automated devices for snow statue form-building
LaTechs: Design and construction of a custom vending machine for Resident Halls
2015 Industry Innovation Award and cash prize earned for work on Outreach team
PERSONAL AFFILIATIONS:
ΑΦΩ – Service Fraternity – LEADS
Habitat for Humanity
WMTU Radio Station – DJ
Ultramarathon Runner
LeaderShape
Big Brothers Big Sisters