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Jennifer  Gutierrez

Jennifer Gutierrez

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Third year Mechanical Engineering student at Colorado State University with hands-on experience in machining, CNC operation, CAD design, and applied research. Skilled in project-based applications of SolidWorks, Arduino IDE, and MATLAB. Strong background in collaborative design, iterative prototyping, and problem-solving, with a focus on sustainable and impactful engineering solutions.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Omur-Ozbek, Pinar
01.2025 - Current

Developed a website featuring multimedia tools to advance transportation education with a focus on sustainability, equity, and community impact.

Collaborated with faculty and peers to design interactive resources that translated complex engineering concepts into accessible learning materials for students.

Engineering Design Project - Scoobot

Colorado State University
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated in a 4-person team to design and fabricate a multifunctional robot under budget, time, and size constraints
  • Designed and developed mechanisms using SolidWorks and 3D printing technology
  • Integrated mechanical and electrical systems with Arduino IDE and iterative prototyping to enhance functionality

Fabrication & Manufacturing Projects

Colorado State University
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Completed projects including a laser-engraved acrylic clock, forged screwdriver, and CNC-milled aluminum coaster, applying machining processes such as turning, milling, forging, and knurling.
  • Earned HAAS CNC Milling certification and developed a project website to document lessons learned, efficiency improvements, and final designs.

Early Experience - Environmental Enigneering Inter

University of Utah
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Researched geothermal vents at Roosevelt Hot Springs and developed hazard documentation to support safe fieldwork.
  • Investigated cost-effective helium detection methods and field instruments, ensuring accurate data collection and compliance with safety hazards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Montrose High School
Montrose, CO
05-2023

Skills

    Manufacturing: CNC operation (HAAS certified), machining (lathe, mill, forging, knurling), laser engraving, 3D printing

    Design & Analysis: SolidWorks, MATLAB, data analysis

    Programming & Controls: Arduino IDE, robotics programming, electrical systems integration

    Professional: Project management, collaborative design

    Languages: English (fluent), Spanish (fluent)

Timeline

Research Assistant

Omur-Ozbek, Pinar
01.2025 - Current

Engineering Design Project - Scoobot

Colorado State University
01.2025 - 05.2025

Fabrication & Manufacturing Projects

Colorado State University
08.2024 - 01.2025

Early Experience - Environmental Enigneering Inter

University of Utah
06.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University

High School Diploma -

Montrose High School