Mechanical Engineer

William L. Lewis, Jr.

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Wilmington, North Carolina 28405

Cellular: 203-***-****

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

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor of Science: Mechanical Engineering – December 2011

University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland

Coursework: Product Processes and Development I and II...Machine Design…Vehicle Dynamics…Vibrations, Controls and Optimization I and II…Electronics and Instrumentation I and II…Deformable Bodies…Computer-Aided Design…MATLAB…Heat Transfer Processes…Fluid Mechanics…Dynamics…Strength of Materials

Projects:

Lead CAD Designer – University of Maryland, Capstone Design Engineering Project (Fall 2011)

- Assisted a seven member team to design a universal coupling to convert a lawnmower into a portable power generator, to include providing concept generation oversight, 3D computer modeling, finite element analysis, prototyping and engineering calculations.

Group Leader – University of Maryland, DeWalt Design Engineering Project (Spring 2011)

- Led, trained and coordinated four member team to design an improved blade clamp mechanism for a DeWalt reciprocating saw, including conceptualizing, prototyping and testing, using Pro/ENGINEER modeling and finite element analysis.

Group Leader – University of Maryland, Fluid Dynamics Deepwater Horizon Cap Project (Fall 2010)

- Organized and assigned responsibilities within a team of five to design a pipe to cap the Deepwater Horizon oil spill; provided technical drawing, engineering calculations and inertial fluid dynamics modeling with MATLAB software.

Group Leader – University of Maryland, Mechanics of Materials Design Project (Spring 2009)

- Spearheaded a four team member effort in design, engineering calculations, fabrication, assembly and testing of an I-beam that would fail by shear under a precise loading formula.

Training:

Scientific Analyst Intern / Research Assistant (May-August 2010)

Systems Planning and Analysis, Incorporated, Alexandria, Virginia

- Formatted satellite orbital motion equations for use in modeling software.

- Analyzed and modeled denser than air toxic industrial chemical dispersion for the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense.

- Performed research support for global naval force purposing and benchmarking for autonomous vessels.

Profile:

- Early Graduation: Completed Clark School of Engineering four-year program in 3.5 years. Acquired in depth knowledge of academic and theoretical aspects of mechanical engineering, including design, engineering calculations, technical drawing, modeling, prototyping and testing.

- Trained / Experience: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing…3D CAD Design...Failure Modes and Effects Analysis…Material Evaluation…Finite Element Analysis…Controls…Optimization.

- Proficiency: Microsoft Windows 7/XP, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), MATLAB, Pro/ENGINEER, Mechanica and Solidworks, including exposure to Autodesk Inventor Professional.

- Effective analytical, technical writing, organizational, communication, research, leadership, multitasking, problem solving, time management and logistics support skills…Lead-by example, energetic team player.

- Established reputation for taking initiative, professionalism, accountability, dependability, prioritizing tasks- meeting deadlines, attention to detail, productivity and follow through…Proactive and quick learner.

- Hold: United States Government DoD Secret Security Clearance…Hold: US Department of State Passport.

Notables:

Nominated: Technical Writing Award – University of Maryland - 2010

Member: American Society for Mechanical Engineers

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