Colleen Martin
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with experience in product development and test engineering. Organized with great time management. Excellent team player that brings a positive energy to the work place.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sallie Jones Elementary PTO Treasurer (Elected Volunteer)
Charlotte County School District
Punta Gorda, FL
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Prepared and maintained detailed fiscal reports of PTO spending using spreadsheet software
- Performed clerical functions of counting, recording, and reporting results of fall fundraiser (~$100K)
- Presented verbal and written reports on spending for each family fun and fundraiser event at quarterly PTO meetings
- Assisted in planning and coordinating family events for around 80 staff members and over 700 students.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and implement fundraising initiatives.
Substitute Teacher
Charlotte County School District
Punta Gorda, FL
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Led 15-20 students in grades K-5 through detailed lesson plans during the school day
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Reported daily events to classroom teacher at the end of the day.
Substitute Teacher
Martinsville School District
Martinsville, IN
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised a classroom of 15-25 children throughout the school day
- Followed lesson plans per classroom teacher
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Left a detailed report of daily activities for the returning teacher.
MRE Product Development Engineer for EGR Cooler
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Collaborated with designers and suppliers to ensure all parts were to specifications
- Completed and documented all tasks in EGR ESW in order to release Blazer EGR cooler into full production
- Reviewed parts at each test engine teardown.
MRE Product Development Engineer for Gaskets
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Worked with designers to ensure all specifications were met
- Drafted and presented detailed reports outlining project progress, risks, and recommendations to ESW owners and other Product Development Engineers to advance designs to the next level in production
- Supported engine tests and engine teardown reviews.
MRE Base Engine Product Development Engineer
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
10.2011 - 03.2012
- Acted as a liaison between Designers, Purchasing, and Plant Production Engineers
- Traveled to RMEP as needed to inspect engine blocks from suppliers
- Documented comparisons of block castings in an effort to increase the quality of castings at suppliers
- Created timelines to keep purchasing and suppliers on schedule.
MRE Product Assessment Group Test Engineer
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
03.2010 - 10.2011
- Planned and implemented testing on various engine components using a complete engine and dynamometer setup
- Communicated and troubleshot with component engineers
- Documented test results with Cummins Technical Reports
- Attended and participated in trainings to advance needed skills.
- Interacted with stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations from product releases.
- Provided technical guidance to junior team members on testing processes and procedures.
MRE Combustion, Performance, Emission Intern
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
07.2009 - 08.2009
- Analyzed data and reported results weekly for Automotive ISB 2010 engine emissions test required by EPA regulations
- Developed calibrations used to run Automotive 2010 engine
- Studied engines in Engine Performance Course.
MRE Structural Analysis Intern
Cummins Inc
Columbus, IN
07.2008 - 08.2008
- Planned, implemented, and analyzed vibration analysis on 2010 engine platforms resulting in the positive feedback needed to proceed with production
- Documented test results with Cummins Technical Reports
- Coordinated analysis work with engineers overseas.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
Engineering Summer Intern
Tsuchiya Co., Ltd.
Nagoya, Japan
06.2007 - 06.2007
- Designed 3-D models of car window tint with CATIA V5
- Studied and used injection molding and extrusion machines
- Designed and produced models using Wire EDM machine.
Education
B.S. Mechanical Engineering -
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Terre Haute, IN03.2010
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Engineering Documentation
- Project Coordination
- Troubleshooting skills
- Timeline Management
Timeline
Sallie Jones Elementary PTO Treasurer (Elected Volunteer)
Charlotte County School District
07.2022 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Charlotte County School District
02.2021 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
Martinsville School District
08.2018 - 01.2020
MRE Product Development Engineer for EGR Cooler
Cummins Inc
07.2013 - 11.2014
MRE Product Development Engineer for Gaskets
Cummins Inc
03.2012 - 07.2013
MRE Base Engine Product Development Engineer
Cummins Inc
10.2011 - 03.2012
MRE Product Assessment Group Test Engineer
Cummins Inc
03.2010 - 10.2011
MRE Combustion, Performance, Emission Intern
Cummins Inc
07.2009 - 08.2009
MRE Structural Analysis Intern
Cummins Inc
07.2008 - 08.2008
Engineering Summer Intern
Tsuchiya Co., Ltd.
06.2007 - 06.2007
B.S. Mechanical Engineering -
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology