Colton Jarvinen
Inver Grove Heights,MN
Summary
Highly collaborative individual skilled in time management and with strong attention to detail. Meeting deadlines and working on collaborative teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)
BAE Systems
Maple Grove, MN
12.2024 - Current
- Led design and development of mechanical systems for advanced military platforms.
- Oversaw cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones met within budget and schedule.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced system performance and reliability.
- Conducted failure analysis and root cause investigations to resolve engineering challenges.
- Evaluated new technologies and materials for potential integration into existing systems and products.
Military Intelligence Officer
US Army National Guard
Arden Hills, MN
12.2016 - Current
- Advised Command staff on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in 30 briefings.
- Competed in state level Best Warrior Competition (BWC).
- Developed and implemented training programs for junior intelligence personnel.
- Analyzed intelligence data to identify threats and support mission planning.
Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)
APG Solutions
Fridley, MN
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and tested mechanical components for various projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative engineering solutions.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed designs and technical drawings.
Mechanical Engineer
Barr Engineer
Bloomington, MN
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures for over 300 equipment assets.
- Suggested cost saving proposals on make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing.
- Interfaced with development engineers, scientists and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
- Designed budgets and cost estimates for projects with speed and accuracy while consulting with clients, drafters and employees to determine best courses of action.
Mechanical Engineer
Ironwood Electronics
Eagan, MN
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure design met all criteria.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
Senior Gas Development Engineer Intern
Xcel Energy
Fargo, ND
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Attended weekly meeting and transcribed notes for Gas department personnel.
- Fielded phone calls and answered emails promptly for up to 20 Prospective Customers simultaneously.
- Built on ideas provided by leads and stakeholders and produced high quality deliverables.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND12-2021
Minor - Military Science
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND12-2021
Associate of Science - Engineering
Itasca Community College
Grand Rapids, MN05-2017
Skills
- Resiliency training
- Trains and leads 22 soldiers
- Prototyping
- Manufacturing processes
- Materials selection
- CAD Software (Creo, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks)
- Mathematical Modeling Software such as MATLab
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint
- Advanced SAP and GIS knowledge
Project History
Desktop Pellet-fed 3D Printer - 2021
- Improved upon an existing design to get more consistent print results.
- Designed a CAD model using PTC Creo for a new extruder screw.
- Worked within a team of 4 students to brainstorm, assemble, and document throughout the project.
- Presented the final product to Industry Representatives at the 2021 NDSU Senior Design Expo.
- Learned how to adjust the software code to increase print speed.
Engine Hoist Model - 2020
- Developed a CAD Model using PTC Creo for an engine hoist that would meet the project criteria.
- Completed material analysis calculations to select the right type of steel.
- Was appointed team leader and acted as the main contact for the professor.
- Received the Grade of A.
Lawn Mower CAD Project - 2018
- Took measurements on over 70 components of a Honda Lawn Mower.
- Used those precise measurements to create a PTC Creo Model for each part.
- Worked within a team of 4 students to assemble the Lawn Mower in PTC Creo.
- Was able to adjust the workload when one of the team members dropped out of the class.
- Received an A for the project.
Saran-Wrapped Canoe - 2015
- Designed a unique double pontoon canoe that was made out of scrap wood and saran wrap.
- Modeled the design using SolidWorks.
- Utilized power tools to assemble the joints.
- Calculated the required amount of buoyancy force to stay afloat.
- Tested the design in a canoe competition and finished in third place.
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)
BAE Systems
12.2024 - Current
Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)
APG Solutions
09.2024 - 12.2024
Mechanical Engineer
Barr Engineer
05.2023 - 09.2024
Mechanical Engineer
Ironwood Electronics
03.2022 - 12.2022
Senior Gas Development Engineer Intern
Xcel Energy
12.2020 - 02.2022
Military Intelligence Officer
US Army National Guard
12.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Dakota State University
Minor - Military Science
North Dakota State University
Associate of Science - Engineering
Itasca Community College