Mechanical Engineering Design
Resume:
Messhia A lexandria Young
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Profile
Recent mechanical engineering graduate with a passion for product design looking for a position that will bring challenges and opportunities for growth.
Education
Brown University (Providence, RI), Sep. 2011 – Dec. 2015 GPA: 3.3 Bachelor of Arts in Engineering: Mechanical Engineering and Biomechanics
● Studied Mechanical Engineering with a focus on design, entrepreneurship, and biomechanics.
● Stanley Mirick Banfield Endowed Scholar (2012 2015)
● Viniar Family Endowed Scholar (2011 2015)
Relevant Courses: Design of Mechanical Assemblies Advanced Mechanics of Solids Computer Aided Visualization and Design Biomechanics Projects in Engineering Design Fluid Mechanics Mechanical Technology Electrical Circuits and Signals Scientific Computing and Problem Solving Materials Science Mechanics of Solids and Structures The Digital World Managerial Decision Marking Management of Industrial and Nonprofit Organizations Methods of Applied Math I Multivariable Calculus Dynamics and Vibrations Principles of Physiology Introduction to Engineering Equilibrium, Rate, and Structure Foundations of Living Systems The Rise of the Scientific Worldview Global Environmental Change
Projects
Treble: Capstone Design Project, 2015
● Design Lead and chief Solidworks drafter for an innovative physics teaching tool called “Treble”
● “Treble” is a trebuchet kit that students assemble and experiment with themselves to become more knowledgeable of physical concepts relevant to mechanical systems
● Each kit comes with lasercut wooden members, custom 3D printed fasteners, counterweight, sling, projectile, and an attractive booklet that provides instructions for assembly and equations that will help optimize their trebuchet
Measuring Wheel Design: Mechanical Assemblies Final Design Project, 2015
● Designed a measuring wheel intended for measuring textiles along nonuniform surfaces
● Final proof of concept resulted from careful analysis of end user needs, relevant standards, material testing, existing patents and manufacturing costs
Project Beach Cruiser: Solidworks Design Project, 2015
● Team member of the Frame Subsystem
● Designed the frame for a beach cruiser style bike in Solidworks
● Coordinated the design of junctions with other subsystem members
● Performed GD&T for the final assembly
Work Experience
Fuel Subsystem Design Lead: Brown University Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) (Providence, RI), Sep. 2014 – Dec. 2015
● Analyzed previous fuel system designs and identified issues as well as success factors
● Redesigned with FSAE rules and previous analysis in mind
● Quantitatively demonstrated that fuel system design improved upon previous models with a strong focus on slosh mitigation within the fuel tank
● Produced Solidworks models and drawings, ordered stock and relevant materials, and supervised manufacturing processed while remaining within budget
● Ensured every component successfully mounted onto chassis and complied with all FSAE rules
● Pioneered an emphasis on physical and analytical testing for the Fuel Subsystem
● Decreased cost of manufacture by 32% for the 2014 2015 fiscal year ENGN 0030 Design Mentor: Brown University School of Engineering (Providence, RI), Aug. 2014 – Dec. 2014
● Mentored two diverse groups of engineering undergraduate students
● Held electronic design, woodworking, metalworking, 3D printing, and Solidworks workshops
● Helped students who had homework or project related questions
● Fostered a sense of community within the engineering department Matlab Advisor: Brown University Dept. of Applied Math (Providence, RI), Sep. 2013 – Jan. 2014
● Contributed Matlab code examples and explanations to course Matlab tutorial
● Aided students with Matlab homework and projects Volunteer Experience
FSAE Community Outreach Team Lead: Brown University FSAE (Providence, RI), Sep. 2014– May 2015
● Identified local efforts to enrich the education experience of kids in Providence, RI
● Notified FSAE team of these opportunities and coordinated involvement BRYTE Science Day Organizer: Brown University FSAE (Providence, RI), Nov. 2014 Feb. 2015
● Coordinated FSAE involvement in Brown Refugee Youth Tutoring and Enrichment(BRYTE) Science Day Event
● Organized lesson plans and gathered interesting car parts
● Encouraged young students to pursue engineering
● Over 150 refugee youth and their tutors attended the event STEM Coordinator: CMCC Education Center (Mansfield, TX), Jan. 2016 May 2016, May 2015 Aug. 2015
● Assembled and serviced equipment
● Established and documented best practices for equipment operation
● Prepared science oriented lesson plans for preschool and elementary children
● Ensured all activities were accessible to students Conference Planning Team Member: Brown University National Society of Black Engineers (Providence, RI), Nov. 2013 – Oct. 2014
● Notified local Region I NSBE chapters of annual regional conference
● Organized student volunteers during the conference
● Coordinated involvement of local high school students
● Increased attendance 160% compared to the 2013 regional conference, NSBE Community Outreach Specialist: Brown University NSBE (Providence, RI), Sep. 2013 – Dec. 2014
● Informed high school and middle school officials of NSBE opportunities for their students
● Contacted principals and counselors and developed partnerships between Brown NSBE and relevant schools
● Facilitated registration of high school and middle school students for local Region I NSBE events Lead Pianist: Brown University Chi Alpha (Providence, RI), Sep. 2015 Dec. 2015
● Played keyboard in worship band for weekly services
● Assisted with setup and breakdown of all instruments and sound equipment
● Collaborated with other band members to choose songs and determine musical arrangements Skills
Software and Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneNote, Access, Publisher), ABAQUS, Solidworks, Matlab, Python, COMSOL, Arduino, HTML, PDM, Onshape, Finite Element Analysis, Adobe Illustrator Manufacturing and Design Skills: Lathe, Manual 3 axis Mill, EDM, TIG Welding, 3D Printing(Makergear/Makerbot), Project Management, GD&T, ASME Y14.5
Interests
Engineering Design, Scrap Metal Projects, Upcycling, Piano, Violin, Grain Free Cooking, Gardening, Drawing
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