Joseph Allen

Motivated third-year Mechanical Engineering student at The College of New Jersey with extensive knowledge of automotive machinery and engineering. Seeking opportunities in the field that will allow professional growth in knowledge and practical experience.

Computer Aided Manufacturing

• Used SolidWorks and Creo Parametric to design a pattern on a (3" x 5" x 0.48") Plexiglas block
• Defined the workpiece and generated and edited the numerical control program for material removal features
• Operated the CNC mill to machine the desired design on the Plexiglas block

Computer Aided Engineering

• Used ANSYS to perform finite element analysis of a lathe cutter made of A36 steel and an aluminum rod
• Setup boundary conditions and loads to observe and plot deformation and von Mises stresses
• Determined the best workpiece setup for the aluminum rod using deformation and stress plot results

Volunteer Landscaper & Construction Assistant

• Assisted in landscaping a community garden, including soil preparation, planting, and layout planning.
• Helped lay the foundation and construct perimeter fencing for the designated plot of land.
• Collaborated with a team to complete the project under a set timeline, demonstrating teamwork, problem-solving, and strong work ethic.
• Gained practical experience in basic construction, landscaping, and site preparation.

Member, Debate Club, TCNJ, Ewing, NJ, 09/22 - Present, Participated in a novice debate tournament with a partner, went 2-3 and defeated Princeton and Columbia, Developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills through researching and preparing arguments on various topics Member, Humanitarian Engineering, TCNJ, Ewing, NJ, 09/22, Present, Attend meetings bi-monthly to discuss and plan fundraising events, Volunteered extracurricular hours to aid in the allocation of funds towards the organization.