Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Organizations Accomplishments
Dual Capstone Project
Timeline
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Carson M. J. Chavis

Richmond,VA

Summary

A mechanical engineering and technology graduate seeking to apply the principles of engineering and project management to an organization. Excited to join a company to contribute values in safety, ethics, and innovation.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Part-time Package Handler

FedEx
07.2025 - Current
  • A person or an autonomous machine that operates a small electric vehicle to pull carts and move packages, especially those that are too large or heavy for the standard automated sorting system.

Wash and Fold Associate

Puritan Cleaners
Richmond, Virginia
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Communicated effectively with team members to ensure workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the store environment.

Education

Grad Certificate Degree - Project Management

Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering and Technology

Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia
05.2023

Skills

  • MS Office
  • AutoCAD
  • Tinkercad
  • Engineering Design Software
  • Solid Works
  • 3D Software
  • Printing
  • Qualitative analytical thinking
  • Quantitative analytical thinking
  • Time management
  • Project management
  • Customer Service
  • Community Leadership
  • DE&I advocacy
  • Adaptability to hybrid working environment

Organizations Accomplishments

  • American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE), Virginia Chapter, Collegiate member, 2022-2023
  • National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), VSU Chapter, Academic Excellence Chair, 2021-2023
  • Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), Secretary, 2021-2023
  • Beta Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
  • Leadership Development Institute, 2018-2019
  • The Commonwealth Chapter, The Links, Incorporated Young Achievers Program, 2015-2019
  • Math Science Innovation Center, 2010
  • The Richmond Chapter, Jack, and Jill of America, Incorporated, 2003-2019
  • PMI Member, 9658276

Dual Capstone Project

  • Formula 1 SAE Racing Competition, 2022 – 2023, Built an electric-powered Formula I car to enter regional competition. Led sub-committee in evaluating and modifying the suspension steering of the car to improve the car’s response to drag and overall system performance. Results from the assessments improved system dynamic ratings and overall speed of the modified vehicle.
  • Power and Energy Concentration, 2022 - 2023, Program was facilitated at Dominion Energy’s Chester Training Facility. Facilitated an overview of Substation, Distribution, and Transmission assets and hands-on activities to apply assigned learning in real-world application. Provided an outlook into company’s renewable initiatives.

Timeline

Part-time Package Handler

FedEx
07.2025 - Current

Wash and Fold Associate

Puritan Cleaners
06.2022 - 07.2022

Grad Certificate Degree - Project Management

Virginia State University

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering and Technology

Virginia State University