Carolina Newsome
Woodruff,South Carolina
Summary
Engineering student and PLTW Engineering Completer with hands-on experience in VEX Robotics, CAD design, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Uses the engineering design process to build, test, and improve mechanical parts and prototypes. Brings teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership from fast-paced customer service and management roles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Chipotle
Duncan, South Carolina
08.2025 - Current
- Led employees to ensure smooth daily restaurant operations.
- Managed multiple responsibilities, ensuring organization and efficiency.
- Trained and supported team members, upholding quality and safety standards.
- Handle customer concerns and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
- Enhanced leadership and communication skills through team collaboration.
Education
PLTW Engineering Completer -
James F. Byrnes High School
Duncan, South Carolina05-2026
Skills
- CAD & Engineering Design
- AutoCAD
- 2D and 3D CAD
- Mechanical design
- Technical drawings
- Engineering design process
- CNC machining
- 3D printing
- Manufacturing & Prototyping
- Prototyping
- Mechanical problem-solving
- Troubleshooting
- Design testing
- Team-based engineering projects
- Hands-on mechanical experience
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Quick learner
- Leadership experience
- Team-oriented
- Attention to detail
- Interested in learning new engineering software and manufacturing processes
- Fluent in ASL
- Prototype testing
Personal Information
MECHATRONICS STUDENT
VEX Robotics
- VEX Robotics Team Member | James F Byrnes /9880 | [2023-2026]
- Designed, built, tested, and modified robot components for competition.
- Used CAD to design mechanical parts and develop solutions for robotics challenges.
- Created prototypes using 3D printing and modified designs based on testing.
- Worked with teammates to troubleshoot mechanical and design problems.
- Used an engineering-based approach to improve robot performance and reliability.
- Gained hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, fabrication, and prototyping.
Timeline
Manager
Chipotle
08.2025 - Current
PLTW Engineering Completer -
James F. Byrnes High School