resume for elliot j farquhar
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Elliot J. Farquhar 55 West Stewart Avenue ● Lansdowne, PA 19050 ● (610) 864-1198 ● [email protected]
Motivated and reliable mechanical engineer with hands-on and teamwork experience, looking for a position that encounters challenging problems and the chance to devise unique and elegant engineering solutions. Educational background in CAD, machine design, thermodynamics, and material mechanics; as well as specialty topics in nuclear/plasma, robotics, and vehicle design.
Skills
PTC Creo Parametric (Pro/Engineer) ANSYS Microsoft Excel
MATLAB & Simulink AutoCAD 2015 Microsoft Word
Machining (Milling, Lathe, 3D Printing, etc.) LS-DYNA Microsoft PowerPoint
Education
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering June 2015
Experience
Rushforth Solar, LLC. Bryn Mawr, PA General Construction Laborer April 2013 – January 2016
Assisted a Professional Engineer on various projects
Installed solar hot water systems
Improved insulation and structural features in apartment buildings
Researched and operated specialized equipment and processes
Maintained organized and safe work sites
Senior Design Project MEM Department, Drexel University Team Member September 2014 – June 2015
Sponsored by a fastener company based out of Switzerland through their US headquarters
Contracted to design a device to perform fastener-to-roof membrane induction welds
An automated tool was design, fabricated and tested over a nine (9) month period following a strict schedule
Recorded an up to date bill of materials for all parts and expenses
Underwent various critiques from peers and faculty during multiple presentations and report write-ups
Results exceeded expectations in terms of the quality and speed of welds when compared to current devices
The team’s device was 12.5% the cost of the current leading model and required 83% less human interaction Dorman Products Colmar, PA Design Engineer Intern September 2013 – March 2014
Tested and evaluated after-market automobile parts
Created new test methods and procedures
Confirmed or rectified design specifications
Identified problems from failures and devised solutions
Honors and Awards
2nd Place Senior Design Team, Drexel University MEM Department June 2015 Valedictorian, Penn Wood High School June 2011 Visiting Scholar, Pennoni Honors College at Drexel University September 2008 – January 2010