Mechanical Engineer

Gianpaolo Malatrasi

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Carolina PR, 00979

Tel : 787-***-****

E-mail : **********@*****.***

Education: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL

Graduated: Aug. 2010

GPA: 2.5

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, High Performance Vehicles Concentration

Relevant Coursework: Vehicle Dynamics, Vehicle Aerodynamics, Vehicle Power Systems, Machine Design, Control Systems, Advanced Fluid Dynamics, Vibrations and Acoustics.

Project: EcoCAR, The Next Challenge, International Collegiate Competition

Experience:

EcoEagles: Mechanical Design Team Lead, Jan 2009 to Dec 2009

• Designed, analyzed, and developed the necessary mechanical

systems for the project, using CAD, FEA, and CFD tools where needed.

EcoEagles: Control System Design Team, Aug 2008 to Dec 2008

• Developed, analyzed, and converted control systems models for the project,

using Matlab and Simulink.

Project: SAE Formula Hybrid, International Collegiate Competition

Experience:

Suspension & Chassis Design Team Lead, Jan 2008 to May 2008

• Designed, analyzed, and tested the suspension components on the vehicle

• Designed and developed the bodywork for the project vehicle

• Designed and manufactured the intake, exhaust, and cooling systems for the

project vehicle's engine

• Main event Driver

Suspension & Chassis Design Team, Aug 2007 to Dec 2007

• Assisted with the design of suspension and chassis components on the vehicle

• Designed and developed the bodywork for the project vehicle

• Main event Driver

Skills:

• Software: CATIA V4, V5, NEi Nastran, UGS NX 6.0, Star CD, Fluent, Simulink, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Programming Languages: Matlab

• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Mac

• Manufacturing: Welding, Plasma Cutting, CNC Machining, Tubing Bender, General Wood/Metal Work

Activities & Interests:

• Memberships: Society of Automotive Engineers (2005-2010), Sports Car Club of America (2004-2010)

• Motorcycle: Sportbikes, Road racing

• Automobile: Cars in general, Sports cars, Road racing, Performance Tunning

• Equestrian: Show Jumping, Eventing, Pleasure riding

• Sports: Tennis, Shooting Sports

Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent), Italian (beginner)

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