Curtis Smedley
Ellicott City,MD
Summary
Motivated Mechanical Engineer with hands-on field engineering experience, and a strong interest in sustainability, clean energy, and emerging climate technologies. Skilled in CAD modeling, system testing, data analysis, and technical problem-solving, with a solid foundation in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. Eager to apply analytical and field-based strengths to support a wide range of technical projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Engineer
Whiting-Turner
Towson, Maryland
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated field activities with project managers and subcontractors for project efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues on-site, providing timely solutions to workers.
- Interpreted engineering drawings while verifying details and dimensions on-site.
Mechanical Engineer Intern
SURVICE Engineering Company
Belcamp, Maryland
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted research on materials and processes to support engineering projects.
- Generated reports summarizing test results and findings for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of research activities for future reference purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2025
Skills
- Project management
- SolidWorks / AutoCAD (3D modeling)
- Data analysis
- Python
- MATLAB
- Quality control
- Field testing
- Data reporting and visualization
- Thermal systems analysis
- Fluid mechanics
- Engineering drawings
- Cross-functional communication
- Root cause analysis
Engineering Project - LiDAR Scanner
- Designed and built a LiDAR Mount and system to generate a 3D point-cloud map for small-scale applications using Solidworks, Python, and a Raspberry Pi.
- Optimized scanning algorithm to work with all surfaces and reduce data processing times.
Engineering Project - Nest Removal Device
- Engineered a device to safely remove osprey and eagle nests when attached to a remotely operated drone, integrating mechanical actuators with sensors.
- Conducted prototype testing and iteration cycles, improving reliability and efficiency.
Timeline
Field Engineer
Whiting-Turner
05.2025 - Current
Mechanical Engineer Intern
SURVICE Engineering Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland, College Park