* Mechanical Engineer: willing to relocate *

  Well-educated mechanical design engineer with valuable, hands-on experience exceeding expectations.

  Experience performing simulations and completing technical drawings as well as complex calculations.

  Excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  Solid time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Proficient with SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor.

Master of Science (MS), Manufacturing and Systems Engineering, University of Kentucky (UK); earned 2016

Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics, UK; earned 2011

Lean Systems Student Certificate, UK                                 

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certified, Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors, License No. 15404

Certified SolidWorks Professional, License No. C-G7RM7Y3PMP

> Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME); Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME); and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

Mechanical Engineer, Visumatic Industrial Products Lexington, KY                                       Sept. 2015-Dec. 2015

  Helped to design automated assembly machines, with an emphasis on the escapement mechanism of an automated screw feeding machine.

  Performed modeling and designed fabricated parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor.

  Worked effectively with a diverse team of engineers while also excelling independently.

  Consistently met or exceeded performance expectations and objectives.

Mechanical Engineer, Audubon Machinery North Tonawanda, NY                             Feb. 2014-Nov. 2014

  Played an integral role designing and developing vivarium cleaning equipment, waste handling and bedding dispensing machines.  

  Prepared 3D models, 2D drawings, engineering change notices and Bill of Materials for machines using SolidWorks, according to ASME Y14.5 standards.  

  Designed and enhanced machine components such as cyclone separator, conveyors and piping systems.

  Retrofitted equipment according to the unique specifications of each customer.

Mechanical Engineer, Seikowave Corp. Lexington, KY                                                   June 2011-Sept. 2013

  Designed, developed and built 3D scanners, with a focus on the mechanical design of electronic enclosures and calibration apparatus.  

  Leveraged SolidWorks to prepare Bill of Materials, 3D models, 2D drawings and assembly instructions for IP67-compliant 3D scanning devices.

  Designed and built more than 10 prototypes of 3D scanners, using sheet metal, machined and injection molded parts and assemblies, and also handled all quotations and purchasing of components.

Research Assistant, UK, Shape Memory Alloys Labs Lexington, KY                           Sept. 2009-May 2011

  Performed nano-indentation experiments to determine the responsiveness of Nitinol alloys.  

  Conducted DSC and metallography tests of various polymers and alloys.

Dear Hiring Manager:

I am in the process of relocating to Baltimore, MD. So with this letter, I wish to express my strong interest in joining your organization as a (INSERT JOB TITLE HERE).

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am a well-educated mechanical design engineer with valuable, hands-on experience exceeding expectations. For example, I have experience performing simulations and completing technical drawings as well as complex calculations. I possess excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to gain the trust, confidence and respect of colleagues and vendors, as well as solid time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks. I am also proficient with SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor.

My mechanical engineering experience includes:

  Helping to design automated assembly machines, with an emphasis on the escapement mechanism of an automated screw feeding machine.

  Performing modeling and designed fabricated parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor.

  Playing an integral role designing and developing vivarium cleaning equipment, waste handling and bedding dispensing machines.  

  Designing and enhancing machine components such as cyclone separator, conveyors and piping systems.

  Designing, developing and building 3D scanners, with a focus on the mechanical design of electronic enclosures and calibration apparatus.  

  Leveraging SolidWorks to prepare Bill of Materials, 3D models, 2D drawings and assembly instructions for IP67-compliant 3D scanning devices.

  Designing and built more than 10 prototypes of 3D scanners, using sheet metal, machined and injection molded parts and assemblies, and also handled all quotations and purchasing of components.

I hold a Master of Science (MS) in Manufacturing and Systems Engineering and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, with a minor in Mathematics. I earned both degrees at the University of Kentucky. I am also Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certified with the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors (License No. 15404) and am a Certified SolidWorks Professional (License No. C-G7RM7Y3PMP).

As your employee, you will find me to be a team player committed to exceeding your performance expectations. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

859-979-0868

Dear (Person You Interviewed With):

I am writing to personally thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (LIST TITLE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY HERE) position currently available at your organization. Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident I can exceed your performance expectations immediately.

As discussed, I am a well-educated mechanical design engineer with valuable, hands-on experience exceeding expectations. For example, I have experience performing simulations and completing technical drawings as well as complex calculations. I possess excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to gain the trust, confidence and respect of colleagues and vendors, as well as solid time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the interview. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

859-979-0868