No Degree - Computer And Information Research Science
Empire High School
Tuscon, AZ05-2026
Alexander J. Kerkhoven
High-school Student, Freelance Computer Systems Engineer
Vail,AZ
Summary
With a background as a freelance Computer Systems Engineer, I excel in system design and client service, significantly enhancing computing efficiency and customer satisfaction. Leveraging teamwork and unique problem-solving skills, I've successfully met client specifications and integrated emerging technologies, achieving notable improvements in hardware performance and budget optimization for diverse projects.
Education
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Work History
Computer Systems Engineer
Freelance
07.2022 - Current
- Designed custom computer builds through hardware components and peripheral devices.
- Built and modified roughly 12 computing systems to client specifications.
- Investigated hardware product issues involving materials and software and devised solutions.
- Completed troubleshooting for Windows-based systems.
- Met regularly with clients to discuss project specifications and milestones and provide updates on progress.
- Tested existing hardware components, recommending necessary upgrades and replacements to meet performance standards.
- Analyzed and advised clients on computing requirements for specific software.
- Supported customer satisfaction initiatives by addressing technical concerns related to hardware performance, offering timely resolutions that met or exceeded expectations.
- Contributed to the development of innovative products by researching emerging technologies and making recommendations for their incorporation into future designs.
- Updated systems by improving computer components, layout and design for increased efficiency.
- Contributed in research to optimize hardware budget by identifying specific weaknesses in current equipment.
Skills
- Teamwork & project management
- Abstract concept comprehension
- Unique & determined problem-solving
- System design
- Performance & Budget optimization
- System testing & troubleshooting
- Software requirement analysis
- Client service and support
- Data management
- Software development & troubleshooting
Software
Autodesk Fusion 360 (CAD)
Blender (3D Creation)
MDSolids (Material Mechanics)
West Point Bridge Designer 2016
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkInternshipPart TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
- Graphic Design
- Video Gaming:
- Strategy Games (Squad, R6S, CS2)
- Creative Games (Modded versions of: Minecraft, Terraria, KSP)
- Exploration Games (KSP, No Man's Sky, Sea of Thieves)
- Relaxation Games (Stardew Valley, Slime Rancher, Raft)
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- 3D Designing through CAD
- Drone Piloting
- Coding and Programming
- Robotics
- Gym Workouts
- Historical Exploration
- Cooking & Baking
- Bread Making
- Music production
- Ceramics
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Timeline
Computer Systems Engineer
Freelance
07.2022 - Current
No Degree - Computer And Information Research Science
Empire High School