Ethan Gruenbacher
Quinter
Summary
Hard working Mechanical Engineering student with strong coursework, maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Experienced in CAD and hands-on projects. Proven leadership and communication skills, shown through involvement on campus.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Quinter Pool
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing first aid and rescue assistance as needed.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and order of facilities and equipment.
Cook/Cashier
Quinter Dairy Queen
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and equipment use.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2028
High School - undefined
Quinter High School
Quinter, KS05.2024
Skills
- Team leadership and coordination
- Written and verbal communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Microsoft Office
- SolidWorks
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
Accomplishments
Carl R. Ice College of Engineering Dean’s List
- Held 3.75 GPA or higher in Fall '24, Spring '25, and Fall '25
Certification
- SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Associate (CSWA)
- Took and passed CSWA certification exam after a semester of learning SolidWorks in ME 212 course at KSU
HONORS
Carl R. Ice College of Engineering Dean’s List, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Kansas Governor’s Scholar, Kansas CTE Scholar
Leadership & Activities
KSU Engineering Ambassadors
- Fall 2024 - Present
- Give tours of Carl R. Ice College of Engineering to prospective students, help with recruitment events
Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity
- Spring 2026 Vice President of New Member Development
- Mentor to all new members in the Fraternity in Spring 2026, helping new members grow as students and men. Run weekly meetings, and provide involvement opportunities both on and off campus for new members.
- Fall 2025 Risk Management Chair
- Fall 2025 Philanthropy Board Member
Wefald Hall Council
- 2024-25 Treasurer
- Helped organize events to build community within the hall, in charge of handling finances and staying under budget for events
Timeline
Lifeguard
Quinter Pool
05.2023 - 08.2025
Cook/Cashier
Quinter Dairy Queen
05.2021 - 12.2022
High School - undefined
Quinter High School
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University