Jamie Hood
Cambridge, MA 02139
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Seeking a challenging entry level engineering position where I can apply my engineering design experience with a passion for technology and which will allow me the opportunity for career growth.
Education
University of Wisconsin- Madison
-BS Engineering Mechanics ; Astronautics Option
-Graduation Date: December 2011
-Cumulative GPA: 3.57 / 4.00
-Coursework: Advanced Dynamics, Satellite Dynamics, Astrodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Gas Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Advanced Mechanics of Materials, Mechanical Vibrations, Finite Element Analysis, Automatic Controls, Electrical Circuits, Technical Communication, Technical Writing
Experience
Intern Engineer – Trek Bicycle, Waterloo, Wi April 2010 - present
-Completed R&D testing, wrote test procedures complying with industry and safety standards, and performed patent research for the helmet product development team
-Gained an understanding of the design processes while working with the Advanced Composite Design Group
-Individually designed several bicycle frame parts and helmet accessories
-Developed a high level of proficiency with SolidWorks CAD modeling of carbon bike frames and parts
Senior Design Projects September 2010 - May 2011
-Achieved first place in the engineering mechanics senior design competition for the design and prototype of a wheelchair attachment for increased traction in snow and ice (Semester 1)
-Designed a high-altitude, long endurance UAV (Semester 2)
-Gained experience in leading a team of five through all stages of the design process including patent and standard research, preliminary calculations, finite element analysis, market assessment, drafting, and prototype fabrication
-Machined precision parts using mill and lathe
Varsity Diver and Dive Team Manager – UW-Madison Swimming and Diving August 2007 - May 2011
-Perfected time management skills while balancing training with frequent travel and a stressing engineering curriculum
-Became adept at performing under pressure, communicating, and interacting within a team environment
-After two years of diving, adopted a leadership role managing and motivating a young team of divers
Pool Manager – Owatonna Country Club, Owatonna, MN May 2007 - August 2009
-Gained leadership skills through supervising a staff of 14 lifeguards and water safety instructors
-Coordinated swimming lesson programs and instructed group and private swimming lessons
-Utilized organizational skills during hiring, scheduling, payroll, and leading meetings
Skills
Computer Software
-Highly proficient in SolidWorks
-Proficient in MATLAB numerical analysis and MS Office
-Experience with ANSYS finite element analysis
Language
-Conversational Spanish
-Volunteered with the Literacy Network of Madison, WI teaching ESL to Spanish speaking adults in the community