Ethan Veek
Gunnison,CO
Summary
I want to make a change in the world. Through engineering I can help others create goods and services that improve the quality of life. Engineering is the key to the longevity and safety of humanity.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Western Colorado University
09.2025 - Current
- I assisted the professor in grading papers and coming up with useful material that has helped me in classes following thermodynamics.
- Hosted study sessions providing homework help, in depth concept descriptions, and exam prep.
Tutor
Western Colorado University
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted engineering students in understanding material and the steps I have learned and followed to break down and solve complicated engineering problems related to physics, calculus, thermodynamics, circuits, etc.
- Helped students find a study routine that works for them and how they think and process information.
Ground Crew Worker
Spring Creek Landscaping CO.
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Building landscapes for brand new and existing homes in the Gunnison Valley.
- The position involved reading landscape designs, laying out the project, hitting deadlines, and ensuring quality work.
- Operated machinery such as demo saws, mini excavators, skid steers, and an array of hand tools.
- This sharpened my skills in project management, experiencing and dealing with issues in a professional way, and working long hours.
Education
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
Rady Partnership Program
05.2026
Skills
- Welding (Mig)
- CNC Machining
- Teamwork experience
- Solid Works (CSWA)
- MATLAB
- Soldering
- Basic Circuit Wiring
- CSWA Certificate
- CAM
Affiliations
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) - Club
- ASME focuses on professional development and networking in industry. I am the Vice President of this club and have helped organize club meetings, participate in industry tours, and connect the club with employers. This position has made me a better leader, communicator, and made myself more organized.
- Gunnison Dig Day at Hartman’s – Service Project
- The day started with a meeting and check in, then divided into groups based on the project on hand. The group got tasked with a section of a trail called Rattlesnake that needed some better drainage. We put a drainage trench in and built a little feature to divert water off the trail.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Western Colorado University
09.2025 - Current
Tutor
Western Colorado University
09.2025 - Current
Ground Crew Worker
Spring Creek Landscaping CO.
05.2024 - 08.2025
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
Rady Partnership Program