Jonathan Gurgus

Edison

Summary

I am a motivated Mechanical Engineering student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) with hands-on experience in CAD design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo Parametric), product reverse engineering, and problem-solving. Proven leadership in team projects and extracurricular roles. Bilingual communicator with a passion for automotive mechanics and engineering innovation.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Soccer Referee

New Jersey Soccer Association

01.2024 - Current

Managed high-pressure gaming environments, enforcing rules with confidence and impartiality.
Cultivated strong decision-making skills to address player disputes effectively.
Enhanced conflict-resolution capabilities to maintain a fair gaming atmosphere.

Head Waiter

Park Ave Diner

Plainfield

08.2021 - 08.2022

Enhanced interpersonal skills by adapting to diverse customer needs and perspectives.

Organizer Volunteer

Summer Camp

Piscataway

07.2018 - 08.2022

Supervised over 100 children daily, ensuring safety and fostering teamwork.
Strengthening accountability and crisis-management abilities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, NJ

05-2026

Skills

Computer-aided design
3D modeling
Data analysis
Technological proficiency
Project management
Thermodynamics principles

SolidWorks - Certification
MATLAB
Team collaboration
Automotive analysis and enhancement
Transmission analysis and enhancement

Projects

Reverse Engineering of Tower Fan - College Showcase
Reverse Engineering of Butterfly Valve - College Showcase
Reverse Engineering of Phone Holder - Original creation and Entrepreneurial selling
Re-designing of Drone - Original creation and Entrepreneurial selling

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