Stephan Eli Ginther
*Stephan is pronounced, ‘Stefan’
Bozeman, MT, 59715
**************@*****.***
Profile Statement
I am a creative, outside the box thinking mechanical engineering graduate (expected graduation date, May 2020). I am looking to get started in the engineering world and I would like to be trained in project management. I am eager to learn and help solve problems.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Montana State University
I received a GED after returning to the United states (2009)
I took part time college from Zhanjiang Normal University, and Lincang Teachers College. (2006-2008)
*Note – In China, terms like ‘normal’ and ‘teacher’s’ are ranks, not description. For example, a ‘normal’ university is better than a ‘teachers’ university.
Engineering Skills
Mechanical physics, fluid mechanics, vibrations and sound, basic electronics, drafting, rudimentary microchip programming, motor sizing, computer assembly, and basics of Arduino microprocessor usage.
Licences and Memberships
Montana 3rd Class Boiler Operator – License # BOI-3RD-005053
Member of The Order Of The Engineer
Member of The American Society Of Mechanical Engineers
Software Skills
Solidworks and Simulink
Microsoft Office Suit
Operating system installation and maintenance
The basics of C/C++, C#, Python, Java, and R programming
Other Skills
Intermediate Mandarin Chinese
Cross cultural communication
Cool headed problem resolution
Money management, basic accounting and engineering economics.
Relevant Work Experience
Distance Learning Technician, Williston State College, Williston, ND, 2010-2011.
oTroubleshooting
oTech support
oPeriodic spot check of the systems
o Answered questions
McDonalds, Williston ND, 2009-2010
oCustomer service
oCooking
oDishwashing
oCustomer conflict resolution
The Famous Wok, Gallatin Valley Mall, Bozeman, MT, 2011-2015
oCustomer Service
oCustomer conflict resolution
oOrganizing
oStocking
Senior Project: Fly-fishing Apparatus
Summary: A mechanism that performs a fly-fishing cast for a person who uses a wheelchair and cannot perform the necessary maneuver unaided.
Project goals
oBuild a working prototype
oTest systems and provide suggestions for the next iteration of the project.
Duties performed
oWriting code for the Arduino microprocessor
oCoach project leader in C programming
oTroubleshoot hardware and software interaction
Professional References:
Rick Bitner, DC 406-***-****
Rick worked in an engineering role on oil rigs for several years before opening Able Chiropractic in Bozeman MT.
David Hoffman: 406-***-****
David Hoffman interned at Nasa for several summers. Due to his previous experience in the Navy, he had the experience and clearance to work as a safety officer for the projects he worked on despite technically being an intern.