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ALICIA RIVAS

Fort Collins,CO

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Assembler

Woodward Inc
Fort Collins, CO
2025.08 - Current
  • Assemble, calibrate, and test precision electromechanical products to established quality standards
  • Use a variety of hand tools and measurement equipment to install, fit, and assemble complex subassemblies
  • Proficiency in multiple products' assembly processes
  • Solder heat shrink sleeves, Mil-Spec connectors, PCBs
  • Interpret and follow detailed assembly procedures, engineering documentation, and electrical wiring diagrams
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and rework products to identify and correct assembly and functional issues

Audio Visual Technician

Lory Student Center
Fort Collins, CO
2023.05 - 2025.08
  • Exceptional sound designer – Provided all sound checks, mics, and sound adjustments in real time to maximize concert goers’ experiences
  • Live streaming experience- Master Switcher- Real-time coordination of multiple cameras to provide the best show experience for home viewing audience
  • Set up sound equipment for small conference, ensuring optimal audio quality for all attendees.
  • Lighting Designer - Designed lighting for the International Symposium for Thematic Year of Democracy and Civic Engagement Keynote which was filmed and broadcast in real time.
  • Dynamic work environment, every day is a new challenge that has unique requirements that must be figured out, planned, and executed in real time

Stage Hand

Lory Student Center
Fort Collins, CO
2023.01 - 2025.01
  • Set up the Lagoon Concert Series, CSU
  • Installed LED displays and speakers for concerts
  • Set up stages for events and performances efficiently.
  • Operated lighting and sound equipment during live shows.
  • Coordinated with event staff to ensure seamless operations.

Education

Bachelor's - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
2025-05

Skills

  • Programming Languages: Matlab, Arduino IDE, Ladder Logic
  • Software: SolidWorks, Studio 5000, Abaqus, ANSYS
  • Metal working: Machining, Lathes, Milling, CNC certification, Soldering, Injection molding, Drop forging
  • Electrical assembly

PROJECTS & OUTSIDE EXPERIENCE

Senior Design Project: Autonomous Robot Card Dealer playing Blackjack, Fort Collins, CO, Aug 2024- May 2025, Won 3rd place for Mechanical Engineering Senior Design projects, Integration of Allen Bradley PLCs with Doosan Robot, Experience with programming ladder logic in Studio 5000, Experience with FactoryTalk Optix for HMI display, Experience with utilizing QuickSticks for linear motion, Arduino integration with PLC to make LEDs dynamically change with gameplay, CAD design and 3D printing

Timeline

Mechanical Assembler

Woodward Inc
2025.08 - Current

Audio Visual Technician

Lory Student Center
2023.05 - 2025.08

Stage Hand

Lory Student Center
2023.01 - 2025.01

Bachelor's - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University
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