Ethan Ayersman
Chicago,IL
Summary
Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Dayton with hands-on technical experience and a strong foundation in design, manufacturing, and systems thinking. Proven leader with experience working across technical and team-based environments, seeking opportunities in engineering and technology-driven industries.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer Intern
Enerlind
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported the mechanical design of photovoltaic energy blinds during early-stage product development
- Created and modified SolidWorks models to support design iteration and manufacturing feasibility
- Reviewed manufacturing contracts and assisted with cost evaluation and sourcing considerations
- Developed Excel-based customer quotations using projected energy output and system parameters
Welcome Team Leader
Student Transitions & Family Programs
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Selected for a paid leadership role assisting incoming freshmen during Welcome Weekend
- Coordinated move-in logistics and facilitated small-group discussions for students and families
- Served as a point of contact during campus transition events
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked in a high-volume, fast-paced service environment while balancing a full engineering course load
- Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and time management under pressure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH, United States12-2026
Skills
- SolidWorks and Onshape
- 3D modeling and printing
- MATLAB and Arduino programming
- Manufacturing processes
- Materials science expertise
- Thermofluids analysis
- Data acquisition techniques
- Experimental design methodologies
- Artificial intelligence applications
- Prompt engineering with ChatGPT
- Microsoft Office suite proficiency
- Fluency in Spanish
- Leadership experience
Volunteer Experience
- Chaperone, Christmas on Campus, University of Dayton
- Fundraising Volunteer, SeriousFun Children’s Network
Leadership And Extracurriculars
- Founder & President, Flag Football Club, University of Dayton, 08/01/24, Present, Founded and led the University of Dayton’s club flag football program, competing against universities across the Midwest, Managed organizational budgeting, dues collection, and financial planning, Coordinated travel logistics, sponsorship outreach, advertising, and event planning, Led recruitment, team operations, and long-term organizational development
- Member, Catholic Life, University of Dayton, Participated in faith-based service, community events, and student leadership programming
- Member, Multi-Ethnic Engineers Program, University of Dayton, Engaged in professional development workshops, academic support initiatives, and engineering community building
Project Experience
Willis Drone Phone — Sensors & Payload (Senior Capstone) | 2025
- Designed and developed a modular drone-mounted sensor system under NDA constraints
- Collaborated with investors and stakeholders to define product requirements and system expectations
- Designed and iterated mechanical components in SolidWorks, including parts intended for 3D printing
- Led sensor selection and acquisition and assisted with sensor and avionics wiring layout
Mechatronics Robot | 2024
- Designed and built a robotic system using Arduino circuitry and MATLAB-based control logic
- Implemented both remote control and preprogrammed line-following behavior
- Integrated sensors, actuators, and control algorithms into a functional prototype
F-22 Brayton Cycle Numerical Model | 2023
- Developed a hypothetical Brayton Cycle performance model using MATLAB and the ideal gas law
- Analyzed thermodynamic efficiency trends using non-classified assumptions
Glove for the Blind | 2022
- Contributed to the design of a wearable assistive device for visually impaired users
- Implemented Arduino-based sensing to provide audio feedback via variable-frequency tones
Timeline
Engineer Intern
Enerlind
07.2025 - 08.2025
Welcome Team Leader
Student Transitions & Family Programs
04.2024 - 08.2024
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Dayton