Cam Shaft
2229 Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50014 | 111-222-3333 | camshaft@iastate.edu
OBJECTIVE
Obtain a full-time mechanical engineering position following graduation in December 2014
EDUCATION
Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering 3.32/4.00
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
John Deere Des Moines Works, Ankeny, IA
Quality Engineering Co-op
June – Dec 2012 & 2013
 Investigated and documented nonconformance issues on the cotton baler assembly line
 Planned and coordinated a torque requirement study that resulted in improvements to the build
specifications of a subassembly
 Helped implement a procedure change that streamlined the non-conforming material action process
 Updated over 200 drawings in AutoCAD to change tolerances and add regulatory compliance language
 Collected and analyzed data to keep key performance indicator charts updated for management
Whirlpool Corporation, Amana Division, Amana, IA
Engineering Intern, New Model Planning
May – Aug 2011
 Managed resolution of nearly 50 build issues during the launch of the new refrigeration product
 Coordinated activities to sort and rework over 400 out-of-tolerance parts and meet a tight deadline
 Evaluated 15 quality and cost-savings suggestions to increase quality and minimize scrap resulting in a
savings of over $60 per unit
 Created Visual Basic macros to automatically generate reports and SQCD charts
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Johnson’s Small Engine Repair, Milford, MN
Assistant
 Performed troubleshooting to identify performance issues of small engines and implemented repairs
 Safely operated a variety of machinery, and maintained a clean and organized workspace
LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES
American Society of Mechanical Engineers – Student Chapter Member and 2013 Secretary
SAE Mini Baja Team – Engine Performance Team Member
 Analyzed engine torque and fuel usage, and made adjustments to optimize performance
Society of Women Engineers – Member and 2012 Annual Conference Speaker Committee Chair
Pi Tau Sigma Honor Society – Member
SKILLS
AutoCAD, SolidWorks, COMSOL, Abaqus CAE, MATLAB, SAP, Microsoft Office & SharePoint