Aerospace / Mechanical Engineer

OBJECTIVE

To secure an engineering position that would utilize my communication, teamwork, problem solving, and engineering skills to operate and maintain mechanical systems.

PROFILE

• Experience in performing engineering analysis and working on engineering projects

• Proficiency with CAD software including Unigraphics, Matlab and Simulink

• Experience in performing static and material selection analysis

• Experience in an engineering laboratory as a research assistant

• Practice with static analysis on mechanical systems including the use of NASTRAN/PATRAN for FEA analysis

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Powerpoint, Project and Excel

• Proficiency with dynamic analysis in ADAMS

• Have worked independently and on teams throughout my educational and work experience

• Willingness to learn and driven to take on new challenges, self-motivated individual

• Learn concepts quickly and effectively

• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Mechanical Engineering 2007 - 2011

University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), Oshawa, Ontario

• Cumulative GPA of 3.8 out of 4.3 (Equivalent to A-)

• Coursework included: Stress Analysis, Circuit Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Robotics, Material Selection, Control Systems, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Machine Design

• Programming and design in: MATLAB, LabView, MultiSim, Maple, MD Adams, Unigraphics NX, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Powerpoint, Excel

Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), Space Engineering 2003 – 2007

York University, Toronto, Ontario

• Coursework included: Engineering, Physics, Electronics and Spacecraft Design, Space Engineering Materials, Space Mission Design, Robotics, Geomatics, Orbital Mechanics, Earth Sciences

• Programming and design in: MATLAB, AUTOCAD, Java, C, C++, Fortran

• Electronics knowledge in: Microsystems Technology, Circuit Design and Application

• Projects: Building of Ion Thruster, Manned Mars Mission

EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant May – September 2010

UOIT, Oshawa, Ontario

• The design of a mechanical actuation system for autonomous go kart

• Programming of a microcontroller to be used to control actuating servo’s

• Use of the entire lab space to design as well as attain all necessary parts

Office Clerk June – September 2009

National Home Services, Oshawa, Ontario

• Completed paperwork for installation of new hot water tanks and removal of old hot water tanks in customers residence

• Recycled old hot water tanks

• Worked with supervisor and team members to increase efficiency of work load

Field Service Technician July – December 2008

Enviro-Tek Solutions, Whitby, Ontario

• Worked under contract of Enbridge to inform households of TAPS program

• Installed energy saving measures including showerheads, foam piping insulation and aerators

• Interacted with customers to meet their needs

Monitor – English as a Second Language Open Learning Centre

September 2006 – April 2007

York University, Toronto, Ontario

• Validated student identification for tutorial or group session sign-ups

• Wrote documents and signs that pertained to events at the centre

Motor Vehicle Inspector and Tester

May 2004 – August 2005

PSA, Whitby, Ontario

• Worked under contract for GM to test motor vehicle electrical assemblies, equipment and wiring for proper performance using testing devices such as meters, analyzers and timing lights

• Inspected fully assembled motor vehicles for defects and to ensure that previously noted defects have been corrected

• Recorded and reported motor vehicle defects

• Worked as a team leader and member to ensure the highest quality

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Member, Engineers Without Borders (EWB) 2006 – 2011

• President, Space and Aviation Club 2009 – 2011

• Math Tutor 2010 – Present

• Member of ASME 2011 – Present

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