Mechanical Engineering Engineer
Resume:
Nichole C Rondeau **********@*****.***
** *** **** **** **. Pelham, NH 03076 978-***-****
Education:
University of Massachusetts Lowell, MA
Doctorate of Science in Mechanical Engineering – Concentration in Fluid Mechanics (December 2016)
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering – Concentration in Fluid Mechanics, GPA: 3.88
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, GPA: 3.73
Six Sigma Black Belt (Awarded by Dr. Sammy Shina)
Background in plastic part and mold design
Awards:
Craig Douglas Undergraduate Research Award
Mechanical Engineering Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Objective:
Pursue a career in research and development (product development) in the medical field in hopes of using my education and skills to have a direct impact on the quality of life of others. I am a highly motivated individual looking to be part of a team tackling challenging problems every day.
Relevant Skills:
Design Software: SolidWorks, exposed to Pro Engineer
Math Analysis Software: Microsoft Excel, MATLAB
Analysis Software: SolidWorks, LabView, FEMAP, Abaqus and MoldFlow.
Precision Machining: 3-Axis milling, 3-Axis lathe, and other common shop tools
Other Software: Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Experience
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA Sept. 2010 – Present
Research Assistant
Constructed a Computer Numerically Controlled Piston Permeability Apparatus that controls the volume flow rate through a fabric to assess the permeability of textiles subjected to time-varying pressure differentials. This test device has been developed in an effort to improve the understanding and design choices for aerodynamic decelerators. This research is in collaboration with the US Army Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center
Unilife Corporation, York, PA Oct. 2015 – Feb. 2016
Senior Product Development Engineer
Worked directly with Polymer Conversions and Datwyler on refining the injection molding process and part design to produce quality product
Head engineer for the transfer and installation of a custom pilot line into the proper clean rooms to begin manufacturing a newly developed product
Head engineer for the oversight of the Sight Acceptance Test (SAT) for the incoming pilot line and all necessary validations
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA Sept. 2010- May 2011
Teaching Assistant
Assisted professors in grading
Taught laboratory sections and some lectures
Held office hours to assist students in homework and class related problems
Smiths Medical Critical Care, Rockland, MA June 2010 – August 2010
Research and Development Engineering Co-op (Respiratory Concentration)
Performed material characterization tests on various products.
Presented experimental findings through notebook studies and technical reports. Kept a formal lab notebook.
Modified current products and prepared engineering drawings.
Worked with other branches of Smiths Medical for marketing purposes.
Communicated with outside sources for machining and purchasing of parts.
Advanced Composite and Materials Textile Research Lab (UMass Lowell), Lowell, MA May 2008 – May 2010
Undergraduate Research-concentration in nano-technology/ composite material testing
Learned how to present my research in a professional environment using both visual aids and technical reports
Characterized composite materials using ASTM standard test procedures and SEM imaging. Some of the tests include three-point bend tests, drop tests and tensile/compression tests (Material testing for the Navy)
Focused on defining the safety parameters for the fabrication of aluminum coated nickel nano-particles
Interests:
Head Junior Varsity Coach for Notre Dame Academy Volleyball – Assistant Coach for Varsity (2012-current)
Volleyball Tournament Director and Coach for the NERVA juniors and Merrimack Valley Juniors Programs (Current)
4-year Division II College Varsity Volleyball Athlete; 2-year Co-captain, NE-10 Champions (2006-2010)
Musically performed for Umass Lowell Concert Band (1st Chair – Concert Master) (2007)
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