Jake Venezia

Boca Raton

Summary

Mechanical engineering student with practical experience in 3D printing and precision equipment assembly. Gained insights into mechanical applications through volunteer work in a prosthetics company, enhancing understanding of design and fabrication processes. Eager to apply skills in real-world engineering challenges.

Work History

Volunteer

Altelix

Boca Raton, FL

07.2023 - 07.2023

Assisted with the assembly and setup of 3D printers for a manufacturing environment
Learned proper assembly procedures for precision equipment
Developed practical experience working with tools, parts, and engineering hardware

Volunteer

South Beach Prosthetics

Davie, FL

07.2023 - 07.2023

Observed daily operations at a prosthetics company to better understand mechanical applications
Learned how prosthetic devices are designed, fabricated, adjusted, and fitted for patients
Gained exposure to the connection between mechanical engineering, human-centered design, and healthcare

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN

05-2028

Skills

Manufacturing & Fabrication:

CNC milling
CNC turning/lathe operation
Manual machining
Sheet metal fabrication
Woodworking
Drilling
Riveting
Sanding/finishing
Assembly
Prototyping

CAD & Engineering Design:

Siemens NX 3D CAD modeling
Assemblies
Engineering drawings
Dimensioning
Design for Assembly
Design for Manufacturing

Additive Manufacturing:

3D printing
Printer assembly
Part preparation
Basic troubleshooting
Prototyping

Shop & Technical Skills:

Measurement tools
Hand/power tools
Blueprint/engineering drawing interpretation
Material preparation
Mechanical Assembly

Software & Documentation:

Microsoft Excel
Technical documentation
Bill of Materials
Cost estimation
Lab/report writing

Timeline

Volunteer

Altelix

07.2023 - 07.2023

Volunteer

South Beach Prosthetics

07.2023 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Purdue University