OBJECTIVE: To obtain a full-time position as a Mechanical Engineer in order to further develop my skills and knowledge to effectively become a productive member of an engineering team.
FORMAL EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, GPA 3.52/4.0 Graduated May 2016
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA
oConcentrations: Mechanical Design and Biomechanics
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Engineering Intern
iRobot, Bedford, MA May 2015 – August 2015
oCollaborated with Mechanical Engineers to develop a premium home cleaning robot for the Home Business Unit
oUsed 3D modeling software (CREO) to model molds for a new concept design corner brush which were 3D printed and used to make functional protypes for testing and refinement
oDeveloped testing procedures and conducted testing on various performance operations to characterize system behavior, uncover customer facing issues, and improve the overall systems for protype next generation cleaning robots
oAssisted in the 3D printing lab with the printing and cleaning of parts to support Research and Development
Licensed Sheet Metal Technician August 2004 – May 2011
New England Mechanical Services Inc., Trumbull, CT
oCollaborated with Mechanical Engineers in the design and implementation of mechanical systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings in order to effectively reduce fabrication and installation time as well as cost
oDesigned, fabricated, and installed complex ductwork systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
oManaged the quality and timing of projects to ensure the highest quality was delivered and deadlines were met
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Infantry Squad Leader August 2005 – February 2012
United States Marine Corps Reserve, Plainville, CT
oSupervised and ensured the combat readiness of a 13-man squad, held Secret Clearance May 2011-Feb 2012
oPlayed a key role in the tactical planning and execution for hundreds of mission in Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom conducting offensive, defensive, and retrograde combat operations in hostile enemy territory which effectively deterred enemy movement increasing safety in the region.
oSupervised operation and organizational maintenance for over $1MM of government equipment including vehicles, radio equipment, squad assigned weapons, serialized gear, and ammunition
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Major Qualifying Project August 2015 – May 2016
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA
oCollaboratively designed and manufactured a scalable, affordable, efficient, and compatible 3D printed prosthetic hand with a team of 4 members
oUsing equation driven dimensions in SolidWorks, all components of the prosthetic hand can be effectively scaled and printed to fit the specific user within a days’ time
Design of Machine Elements November 2015 – December 2015
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA
oDesigned a shaft(low speed) and tower of a wind turbine taking into account safety factors for static failure, fatigue failure, slope, vertical displacement, vibration, static bending, and static buckling
oMathematically optimized the design utilizing software (MathCAD) to balance cost and power
Biomedical Engineering Design January 2014 – March 2014
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA
oDeveloped a storage device to store breastmilk that could be used in third world countries where a fixed power sources is not readily available with a team of 5 members
oGained experience in all aspects of the engineering design process; content included engineering design, role and purpose for benchmarking and research, writing design specifications, evaluation process, alternative design, and selection of a final product
SKILLS
Foreign Languages: Spanish – fluent in verbal and written communication
Software: Advanced knowledge in ProE/CREO, SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, Matlab, MathCAD, Microsoft Office, Python, C++, ANSYS, Working Model, LabVIEW, Roboscope, Virtual Machine, Planar Motion Kinematic Simulator (PMKS), Windchill
Technical: Advanced knowledge with hand and power tools, machining, sheet metal fabrication, molding, and soldering