OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full time Biomedical Engineering position starting in June 2014, to bring my technical knowledge and skills gained both in the classroom and as a co-op engineer to effectively contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization
EDUCATION
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Expected Graduation: May 2014
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics Track Grade Point Average: 3.943/4.0
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Solids, Kinematics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Mechanics of Biological Tissues, Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Biofluid Mechanics, Modeling and Simulation of Biomedical Systems, Biomaterials, Basic Electrical Engineering, Biophysical Measurements, Engineering Management and Leadership, Design of Medical Devices
TECHNICAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Development Engineering Co-Op, Zimmer Inc., Warsaw, IN 1/12-5/12, 8/12-12/12, 5/13-8/13
• Executed various development and design related activities in the creation and launch of new products under strict deadlines and design control guidelines
• Conducted investigative design validation and verification testing of instrumentation in a mock surgical setting
• Identified and mitigated system risks on a cross-functional team using Failure Mode Effects Analysis
• Utilized geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to inspect and test the functional relationships of a new system and analyzed the findings in a technical file
• Audited and managed design history files of multiple instrument and implant systems
• Improved technical writing and communication skills through writing risk mitigation and engineering analysis memos
• Collaborated with an administrative assistant and upper management to create and program a system to track Health Care Professional contracts in order to save money and better organize laboratory commitments
• Learned about the device design process and FDA clearance requirements
Packaging Engineering Co-Op, L’Oreal USA, Solon, OH 5/11-8/11
• Strengthened time management and communication skills through reporting to and working with three separate supervisors
• Developed interpersonal skills through working on the packaging floor with operators, mechanics, and engineers
• Led various team projects such as creating a consumable inventory system, managing a sustainable production process and coordinating energy efficient shutdowns
• Created and implemented visual management tools according to strict deadlines
Student Researcher, Saint Louis University REU, Saint Louis, MO 5/10-8/10
• Investigated neurological effects of ibotenic acid lesions on the globus pallidus to determine the effects on sleep
• Improved a Support Vector Machine using MATLAB
• Developed laboratory skills through extensive training
• Established strong presentation skills by presenting at the 2010 BMES National Conference
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Certified Tutor and Learning Assistant, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 8/11- 12/11, 1/13-5/13, 8/13-Present
Assist and teach fellow students from diverse backgrounds and educational levels in mathematics courses from basic math to differential equations, physics and engineering courses.
Cashier, Customer Service, Bakery Member, Acme Fresh Market, Parma, OH 4/08-1/...
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