EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN GPA: 3.6 Magna Cum Laude ABET Accredited
Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN GPA: 4.0
Skills - Inventor, Solid Works, Algor: FemPro, ANSYS, Cosmos Works, MathCAD, Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft Word, MatLAB, Simulink, AutoCAD, scanning electron microscopy
WORK EXPERIENCE
Master’s Research Project DCI Incorporated/St. Cloud State University
August 2008 – May 2009 St. Cloud, MN
• Investigated the surface finish improvements of 316L stainless steel due to electropolishing
• Performed surface analysis using atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy,
and chemical analysis
• Validated non-destructive test methods for the verification of surface finish parameters
Mechanical Engineer DCI Incorporated
May 2008 - Present St. Cloud, MN
• Developed/designed a standardized line of agitators for the BioPharmaceutical Industry
• Communicated with various suppliers to develop standard agitator components
• Preformed FEA analysis on an assortment of parts and assemblies
Mechanical Engineering Intern Graco, Industrial Products Division
May 2007-September 2007 Minneapolis, MN
• Worked with senior engineers in the development of a new line of pumping systems
• Main duties: testing prototypes, analyzing test data, and assisting with design modifications
Abetment Worker Mavo Systems
May 2004-September 2006 (summers) Rochester, MN
• Worked in the asbestos removal branch performing abetment, construction, and demolition
• Managed groups of 4 to 10 workers while in a containment setting
Manager/Laborer Nelsen Farms
May 1999-September 2003 Rose Creek, MN
• Preformed tasks such as: bin erecting, machinery repair, and machine operation
• Managed small groups of workers during bin erection and field work
Honors/Involvements
ASME member 2006-present
St. Cloud State University Wrestling team 2003-2006
Academic All-American 2003-2004, 2004-2005
Dean Weismen Scholarship Recipient Fall 2003