Keira Talty
Mineola,New York
Summary
Motivated mechanical engineering student at Stony Brook University with hands-on experience in manufacturing process improvement and product development. Skilled in Excel (pivot tables, macros), CAD, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, with a proven ability to streamline operations and deliver technical solutions. Experienced in both engineering internships and patent-pending prototype development, with strong teamwork and communication skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Tutor
Mineola High School
01.2025 - Current
- I virtually tutored high school students in Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus BC, and Geometry twice a week, supporting academic success at my alma mater.
- Developed personalized learning plans to address individual student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to support academic growth.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Smurfit Westrock
Hicksville, New York
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed Excel-based tools with pivot tables and VBA macros to automate daily, weekly, and monthly production reports, improving visibility into facility performance, and streamlining decision-making.
- Earned Lean Six Sigma Green and Yellow Belt certifications by applying manufacturing tools to organize and streamline the maintenance department, improving efficiency and equipment tracking.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing workflows.
- Engaged in team meetings to discuss project updates and challenges faced.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Technological Systems Management
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2027
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2026
Skills
- CAD modeling
- Excel automation
- CNC machining experience
- 3D printing experience
- Effective communication
- Public speaking
- Analytical and critical thinking
Affiliations
- Chess Club
- Women in Science and Engineering
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- Peer Tutor
Accomplishments
- Brookhaven Science Associate’s Scholarship (2022): Competitive award affiliated with Brookhaven National Laboratory.
- 2nd Place, National Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (2022): Recognized nationally in Computer Science & Mathematics.
- 3rd Place, NSPC Health Science Competition (2022): Awarded in Bioengineering & Computational Biology.
- Lean Six Sigma Green & Yellow Belt Certified: Applied process improvement tools to streamline maintenance operations.
- Patent-Pending Ventilator Prototype (2021–2025): Designed and tested a remotely monitored ventilator, successfully trialed at NYU Langone Medical Center.
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Timeline
Peer Tutor
Mineola High School
01.2025 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Smurfit Westrock
05.2024 - 08.2025
Master of Science - Technological Systems Management
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Stony Brook University
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