Evan McKinney
Ransomville
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Self Employed
Ransomville
06.2024 - Current
- Planned and executed landscaping projects independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving and time management skills
- Assessed client requirements and developed practical, site-specific solutions to meet functional and aesthetic needs
- Communicated technical decisions and progress clearly to clients, ensuring alignment and customer satisfaction
Landscaping & Garden Center Assistant
Zehrs on the Lake
Wilson
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Delivered daily customer service by identifying needs, resolving concerns, and recommending products, contributing to increased sales
- Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume seasonal demand and maintain smooth day-to-day operations
- Operated heavy equipment, including a bucket tractor, to transport and organize large plant inventory safely and efficiently
- Executed independent landscaping projects, demonstrating initiative and hands-on problem-solving outside primary role
- Trained and onboarded new employees (8+ instances), improving team efficiency and workflow understanding during peak season
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace And Mechanical Engineering
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Time management
- Technical communication
- Technical reporting
- CAD proficiency
- Mechanical design
- Technical drafting
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: MATLAB
- Drafting Programs: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, Prusa Slicer
- Analysis Tools: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), 3D Printing
- Software Tools: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Engineering Experience & Projects
DARPA Lift Beyond Limits Challenge - Structures Team Member
- Performed structural analysis using FEA to evaluate component performance and support design decisions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines to meet project milestones
- Conducted material selection and research to balance strength, weight, and performance requirements
- Coordinated with external industry partners, gaining experience in professional engineering communication
Product Design Development
- Designed and analyzed mechanical components in SolidWorks, utilizing FEA simulations to evaluate performance and structural integrity
- Created detailed technical drawings with proper GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5-2018 standards
Timeline
Landscaper
Self Employed
06.2024 - Current
Landscaping & Garden Center Assistant
Zehrs on the Lake
02.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace And Mechanical Engineering
University At Buffalo