Derek Hoelting
Olpe,KS
Summary
Results-driven engineering intern with experience in field testing and prototype assembly. Demonstrated success in improving processes and fostering teamwork to achieve project goals. Committed to leveraging technical skills in mechanical engineering to drive efficiency and innovation.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Harvester Combine Support Intern
AGCO Corporation
Hesston, Kansas
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Applied appropriate testing in the field while collaborating with the customer.
- Worked with a team on prototype adjustments and builds.
- Performed prototype tests on various machines.
- Handled service calls for custom cutters in the field.
Test Engineer Intern
Kubota/Kverneland Group of North America
Assaria, Kansas
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed various field testing.
- Handled test sites and sourced test locations with a team.
- Worked with a team to assemble prototypes and perform appropriate testing.
- Improved the assembly process to increase efficiency.
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Great Plains Manufacturing
Salina, Kansas
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Used CAD to develop manufacturing process machines to boost production efficiency.
- Worked with the design team to ensure that designs were effective and produced in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with co-workers over build requirements and costs of design.
- Justified workflow improvements to upper management.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2026
Skills
- FEA experience
- Strong communicator
- CAD experience including (Solidworks, CREO, and Siemens NX)
- Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
- Matlab experience
- Quick learner and problem solver
- Team leader with keen interpersonal skills
Timeline
Harvester Combine Support Intern
AGCO Corporation
05.2025 - 08.2025
Test Engineer Intern
Kubota/Kverneland Group of North America
05.2024 - 08.2024
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Great Plains Manufacturing
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kansas