Ezra Root Kirbach

*** ******** ** • Asheville, NC 28803 • 828-***-**** • acykba@r.postjobfree.com

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• Highly analytical, quick learner with exceptionally detailed memory, who often sees details that others miss.

• 3 years experience testing small electrical devices, 2 years experience in engineering, 3 years experience in research, and experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MatLab and other design software. Education

Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering

North Carolina State University: August 2012

Engineering Intern: August 2012

Bachelor of Science in Physics, Bachelor of Art in Mathematics, Minors in Economics and Humanities University of North Carolina at Asheville: May 2007 Distinction in Physics, Distinction in Mathematics Work Experience

Civil Survey Engineer at Vaughn & Melton (November 2015 – Present) Work in a team environment on various roadway surveys for NC DOT projects. Survey aspects of roadways such as utilities, storm water, lanes, elevation, buildings, pavement types, right of ways, water ways, and areas of undeveloped land. Worked on many traffic study projects, deeds research, and MicroStation drawings. Worked independently to complete and distribute transportation reports to various parties. Accident Reconstruction Engineer at GE Engineering, PLLC (September 2012 – March 2015) Worked on engineering projects involving bicycles, roadways, railroads, visualization, conspicuity and traffic accidents:

• Designed roadways, intersections, park paths and construction zones for increased safety and to comply with civil engineering and local regulations, including engineering standards such as MUTCD and AASHTO.

• Generated detailed engineering reports from accident data and analysis that include what occurred, reasons for the accident, and safety improvements that could be made.

• Examined bicycles that failed during use in order to find mechanical errors in the assembly of the bicycle or the design of bicycle parts.

Financial Services Representative at State Employees' Credit Union (4/2008 – 9/2012) Provided quality member services, assisted members with deposits and account activities, and filing federal and state income tax returns. Managed cash and other credit union activities and expenses. Test Technician and Research Assistant at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (5/2005 – 8/2007) Worked on a technical team in support of an ongoing radio astronomy research project at a research and educational facility. Projects included:

• Designed accuracy and precision testing procedures, and designed and built sets of test equipment to assure the proper function and operation of many types of electronic instruments.

• Led an examination of the PARI campus for radio signals that might interfere with radio astronomy research.

• Utilized mechanical and physics analysis to calibrate the positions of two 26m radio telescopes.

• Utilized various programs, such as MatLab, to analyze outputs from equipment data tests and radio wave data.

• Oversaw construction and use of an interference-blocking chamber to isolate and test various pieces of equipment for radio interference.

• Worked on a programing team to create the user interfere and controls for a small radio telescope. Peer Tutor in Physics and Mathematics, UNC-Asheville (1/2002 – 6/2008)

• Tutored and assisted college students at all levels of mathematics, statistics, and physics.

• Managed a physics a tutoring center for three years.

• Assisted tutoring lab instructors and math/physics department secretaries in general office operations.

• Tutored high school students on and individual basis.

• Taught middle school students general physics concepts through labs and demonstrations. UNC-Asheville Optics Research Assistant (January – May 2006)

• Assisted Physics professors in state-funded research on the luminosity on reflective coating materials to examine suitability for use in traffic signs and other outdoor applications. Research and Design Experience

Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Project (May – August 2012)

• Designed, built, and tested all mechanical and electrical aspects for a vertical wind turbine including turbine blades, parts, stator, rotor, and other electrical parts. Robotics, Controls, and Manipulators Projects (August 2010 – May 2012)

• Designed and programed a MatLab controls systems for multiple input, multiple output systems.

• Designed and programed a real-time MatLab robot controllers using manipulators systems.

• Built, programed in C, utilized PLCs, and preformed troubleshooting on a small robot car for use in an obstacle course.

• Designed a small electromagnetic actuator for potential use with bar vibrations.

• Designed a troubleshooting method in order to avoid airplane cracks and fractures in low pressure situations. Academic Organizations and Awards

Society of Physics Students (2002-2007, president: 2005-2007) The Mathematics Club (2002-2007)

Sigma Pi Sigma (physics honors society, 2005-present) Omicron Delta Epsilon (economics honors society, 2006-present) Omicron Delta Kappa (leadership honors organization, 2006-present) The National Scholars Honor Society (2006-present) Athletic Participation and Awards

Cross Country (2002-2007): Scholar Athlete 2002, Most Valuable Athlete 2003, 2005, All Conference 2005 Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field (2002-2007): Scholar Athlete 2005, 2007

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