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Carter Schmidt

Whitefish Bay,Wisconsin

Summary

Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a 4.0 GPA and a certificate in Data Science. Experienced in CAD, mechanical analysis, and prototyping through internships and team projects. Contributed to UW-Madison Baja SAE, applying hands-on design, manufacturing, and testing of off-road vehicle systems. Proficient in SolidWorks, FEA, MATLAB, and Python, with a focus on manufacturability, structural integrity, and collaborative problem solving.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Automotive New Product Development Intern

HellermannTyton
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Designed and validated a Weld Link Clip with a push-on force under 15 lbs and a pull-off force of 75 lbs—a 200% improvement in retention strength.
  • Designed a modular fixture in CATIA compatible with existing products.
  • Produced and released technical drawings for customer use.
  • Documented design processes to improve team collaboration and reduce risk.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mead and Hunt
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Designed pipe supports in AutoCAD Plant 3D using field measurements; calculated loads in Excel and collaborated with structural engineers on safety factors.
  • Built complex 3D parametric models in Inventor from 2D P&IDs; created detailed assemblies to resolve structural issues and support fabrication corrections.
  • Edited flow diagrams in AutoCAD and Bluebeam; tagged valves and created accurate 2D sketches for P&IDs.
  • Coordinated with vendors to obtain quotes and confirm specs; reviewed cut sheets for compatibility, corrosion, and pump sizing.
  • Supported skid assembly and commissioning; improved fabrication efficiency and updated MS Project schedules for a $200M infrastructure project.

Education

Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Minor

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI
05-2027

Skills

  • Project management
  • Technical communication
  • Engineering documentation
  • Materials selection
  • FEA
  • Microsoft/ Google Suites
  • Solidworks, NX, CATIA, Inventor, AutoCAD
  • Parameterized CAD

Timeline

Automotive New Product Development Intern

HellermannTyton
06.2025 - 08.2025

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mead and Hunt
06.2024 - 08.2024

Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Minor

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Student Organizations

Co-Team Lead (Front Suspension)

  • Led a full redesign of the steering rack to improve rigidity and enable nearly 100% in-house manufacturing.
  • Redesigned 3 front suspension tabs in SolidWorks, incorporating speed holes to reduce weight without compromising strength
  • Machined rackbox components on lathe and CNC mill with Mastercam, maintaining tight tolerances for fit and function.

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