Mechanical Engineering Engineer

Andrea R. Westervelt

Permanent: ** Galloping Hill, Brookfield, CT 06804 School: 10 Clarkson Ave - CU Box 3689, Potsdam, NY 13699

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full-time position in mechanical engineering where I can utilize my problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

EDUCATION

Clarkson University Potsdam, NY May 2014

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics

GPA: 3.92/4.0; Presidential Scholar 6/6 semesters

Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, ASPIRE Scholar

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, FAST Laboratory, Clarkson University Spring 2013-Present

Designed and implemented an experimental apparatus to model the flow of vortices in voiced speech

Conducted experiments and calculated results to analyze vortex interactions with flexible plates in axial flow

Design Project, Mechanics of Machine Elements, Clarkson University Spring 2013

Incorporated design requirements for a prosthetic knee, analyzing components to maximize consumer satisfaction

Created computer aided drawings of assembly as well as detailed report

Mechanical Engineering Intern, NAVSEA- SUBMEPP Activity, Kittery, ME Summer 2012/Winter 2013

Reviewed and improved technical manuals and maintenance documents for submarine combat systems

Exhibited attention to detail and public speaking during presentations on various systems and components

Design Project, Introduction to Engineering Design, Clarkson University Spring 2012

Planned and built a device which could climb an inclined rope using only the power stored in two rubber bands

Provided engineering analysis and technical report on design process

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficient in MATLAB, PTC Creo, LabView, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, & Works

WORK EXPERIENCE

Tutor, Student Success Center, Clarkson University Fall 2011-Present

Combined communication abilities with intelligence and passion to help others to teach students struggling in

various academic subjects

Pro Shop Sales Associate, The Redding Country Club Golf Shop, Redding, CT Summer 2010 & 2011

Demonstrated customer service, order placement, invoice/billing, phone skills, inventory/stock knowledge & pricing

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

Mentor, Educational Outreach Program, Clarkson University Fall 2012-Present

Used personality and leadership to establish a common ground between myself and middle school students

Relayed engineering knowledge and experience to students through vari ous intellectual activities

Vice President, Class of 2014, Clarkson University Fall 2012-Present

Organized school-wide events to establish involvement and school spirit

Emphasized importance of philanthropic participation of students and alumni

Senator, Clarkson University Student Association, Clarkson University Fall 2011-Present

Exchanged imaginative ideas and improvements towards student life and campus activities

Peer Leader, First Year Seminar, Clarkson University Spring 2011-Present

Advised first year students in order to maximize their college experience by leading classroom discussions

Team Captain, Relay for Life, Clarkson University Spring 2010 & 2011

Promoted fundraising and participation in order to benefit the Amer ican Cancer Society

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