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Gowna Sadek

Monroe Township,NJ

Summary

Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering student at New Jersey Institute of Technology, graduating May 2027, with hands-on experience in mechanical design and 3D CAD modeling. Completed an internship focused on technical drawings and engineering standards, alongside aerospace projects like Predator Drone modeling and Aircraft Landing Gear Assembly. Proficient in SolidWorks, MicroStation, PTC Creo, AutoCAD, and Ultimaker Cura, seeking an entry-level Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering position to apply skills in innovative projects.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Track Engineering Intern

NJ TRANSIT
Newark, New Jersey
06.2026 - Current
  • Collaborated with Track Engineering Manager and engineering team to develop, revise, and maintain standard CAD drawings, ensuring alignment with engineering project requirements and departmental objectives.
  • Prepared and updated railroad standard engineering drawings using MicroStation, enhancing clarity of 136RE I-Rail, welded turnout tie and rail layouts, highway grade crossings with concrete panels, and switch and gauge plates for 6-inch base rails.
  • Conducted railroad track inspections using Track Geometry Inspection Vehicle (TGIV) and hi-rail vehicles, acquiring practical experience in track condition assessment and inspection procedures.
  • Recorded and documented track gauge measurements during field inspections, verifying readings against the standard 56.5-inch track gauge requirement.
  • Studied track geometry manuals and technical standards to develop a stronger understanding of track geometry, railroad switches, turnouts, and their applications.

ACADEMIC ENGINEERING PROJECTS

Campus Workshop/Lab, NJIT
Newark, NJ
09.2023 - Current

Predator Drone — SolidWorks 3D CAD model

  • Designed and created a complete 3D CAD model of a Predator Drone using SolidWorks, developing detailed aircraft geometry and mechanical features.
  • Applied advanced 3D modeling techniques and assembly tools to enhance aerospace design accuracy.

Aircraft Landing Gear — SolidWorks Assembly

  • Assembled aircraft landing gear components using SolidWorks, resulting in a fully functional mechanical assembly.
  • Applied Coincident, Concentric, Distance, and Angle Mates to accurately position, align, and connect mechanical components.

Car Wheel — SolidWorks Design & Assembly

  • Designed and modeled a complete 3D wheel rim from scratch using SolidWorks, creating detailed mechanical geometry and features.
  • Integrated tire component into wheel assembly using SolidWorks, ensuring precise mechanical alignment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
05-2027

Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Middlesex College
Edison, NJ
01-2024

Skills

MicroStation CAD design

  • SolidWorks expertise
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • 3D modeling expertise
  • 3D printing technology
  • Technical Reporting
  • Project Management
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Engineering Software
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • CAD & Design Software

Timeline

Track Engineering Intern

NJ TRANSIT
06.2026 - Current

ACADEMIC ENGINEERING PROJECTS

Campus Workshop/Lab, NJIT
09.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Middlesex College
Gowna Sadek