MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Energetic and results-focused Mechanical Engineering, trained in the effective use of engineering principles to design structures that achieve desired functionality. Ability to work independently or collaboratively as an effective member of a team. Experienced in analyzing data, resolving problems and managing projects. Seeking to utilize my experience, skills and exceptional work ethic in an Engineering position that will both challenge my acquired skills and lead to advanced Engineering opportunities in an organization that values dedication and hard work.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Application of Engineering Principles
Organization/Planning
Material Selection/Orders Vibration Analysis
Project/Time Management
CAD Work Strong Attention to Detail
Collaboration/Teamwork
Budgetary Analysis
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, Mechanical Engineering, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Columbia SC, 2012
Dean’s list honors, 2009 – 2012; Capstone Scholar and Life Scholarship recipient, 2005 – 2007; and Team Leader of Senior Design Group.
EXTENDED COURSEWORK: Finite Element Analysis, Automotive System Fundamentals & Experimental Stress Analysis
MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, West Columbia SC, 2008 – 2009
COMPUTER PROFICIENCIES
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; AutoCAD, WorkingModel; FEM1D, FEM2D (FEA software).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Engineer II - Maintenance Engineer
SANTEE COOPER - WINYAH GENERATING STATION, Georgetown, SC | September 2012 – Present
Developed technical specifications for small to mid-sized projects, up to $2M, and upgrades on plant site
Managed teams of on-site mechanics and mechanical contractors during various projects and upgrades of plant equipment.
Collaborated with Operations, Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, and Technical Service departments during on-site projects to ensure specific timelines for Unit outages are upheld.
Developed pump and system curves to design upgraded pump systems for waste water removal.
Determined proper metal compositions and thicknesses for various upgrades regarding coal system upgrades, boiler drain upgrades, pressure vessel upgrades and chemical piping systems according to current ASME standards.
Collected Vibration data using a CSI 2130 portable analyzer to determine issues with a wide variety of plant equipment including fans, pumps, gearboxes, motors, and other plant specific machinery.
Determined failure modes of bearings, gears, and rotors to determine root causes of failure including but not limited to inner/outer race failures, gear mesh frequencies, and bent shafts.
Created 2-D and 3-D drawings in AutoCAD for simple structures, pipe routes, and dimensional tolerances for certain applications as applicable to the project at hand.
Repaired and replaced numerous expansion joints consisting of metal, teflon, and viton construction.
Assisted mechanics in the repair of tube leaks in boilers by determining: the root cause of failure, the proper material to be replaced, the type of replacement necessary for the specific application, and the correct welding procedures to follow.
Presented multiple project ideas to upper management based on the needs and recommendations of plant personnel.
Beam Mill Maintenance Intern
NUCOR STEEL - BERKELEY, Huger, SC | May 201...
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