Carlos E. Pedraza
Glendale,CA
Summary
Graduate of ABET-accredited BSME program seeking an Automotive or Mechanical engineering position.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality ControlTechnician
Auto Resources
Merced, CA
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Identified and resolved quality issues, escalating critical problems to supervisors.
- Tested components and systems using diagnostic tools such as OBD-2 sensors and recalibrated TPMS sensors
- Diagnosed, maintained and repaired vehicle automotive systems including engine, spark plugs, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, brake rotors, pads, &, air conditioning
- Installed GPS tracking devices ensuring the safety and security of all company vehicles
- Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
Youth Care Worker
Team HOPE
Merced, CA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored activities and maintained safe living and learning environment for youth to thrive.
- Supported and encouraged academic performance to help youth achieve educational goals.
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
- Documented child progress, reporting extreme changes in behavior.
- Established and maintained environment, encouraging teamwork, collaboration and ethical behavior.
- Mentored and supported young people through collaborative activities and social programs.
Produce Clerk
Super King Markets
Glendale, CA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
- Demonstrated familiarity with department products to help customers in selecting items.
- Assisted customers with product, promotion and policy information.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
Education
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
University of California
05.2023
Skills
- Strong Management and team leadership skills
- Solid command of technologies, tools and best practices in design using solid modeling software, finite element analysis and other analytical tools
- Excellent shop and safety skills from years of fabrication Ability to design and fabricate tooling, mechanical test fixtures and prototypes
Certification
Programs: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, MATLAB, PYTHON, R, Simulink, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint
Machining: Band Saw, Grinder, Rapid Prototype, Shear, Drill/Driver, Drill Press, Chop Saw, MIG welder, metal break/bender, Tap and Die, etc..
Fabrication: engine assembly, composite metal fabrication, fixture design, soldering, welding, HVLP painting, etc..
Wiring: Engine Harness building, Mil-Spec connectors, Radlock assembly, Concentric twisting, Deutsch Connectors, Bulkhead Connectors, Heat Shrink, Fuse Panel Assembly, Wire Splicing, etc..
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- French
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Accomplishments
- Recognized as the Top Finisher of the Engineering Capstone, in recognition of outstanding achievement during the Spring 2023 Innovate to grow competition held at UC Merced Issued by Rakesh K. Goel, Ph.D., P.E., F. ASCE, F. SEI, Alejandro Gutiérrez, Ph.D. · May 2023
Affiliations
- Recipient of the deans list award given to show who have earned, in any one semester, a minimum of 12 graded units with a 3.5 grade-point average or better and have no grade of I or NP
Design Projects
- Senior Engineering Capstone Project(Lead Designer)- Lead design team to design and build a can cover system to be implemented within the conveyer line to help prevent fruit spillage occurring at sharp turns and stops due to inertia. As well as a cylindrical funnel attachment that will easily bolt into place of existing machinery to more precisely deliver fruit into cans.
References
- Maria Khader, Senior Relationship Manager, TIAA, (626)-375-6271
- Gino Bettencourt, Quality Control Department Manager, Auto Resources, (831)-840-7267
- Karina Edmonds, SVP Global Head of Academies and University Alliances, SAP, (626)-689-1486
- Chris Karp, Fluidic and Mechanical Engineer, Spatial Genomics, Inc, (626)-390-8616
Timeline
Quality ControlTechnician
Auto Resources
07.2022 - 10.2022
Youth Care Worker
Team HOPE
04.2021 - 07.2021
Produce Clerk
Super King Markets
07.2020 - 12.2020
B.S - Mechanical Engineering
University of California
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