Kristen Zaid
Engineering Student (4th Year)
Houston,Texas
Summary
Near graduated with foundational knowledge in Geophysical & Aerospace Engineering with hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CAPSTONE DESIGN PROJECT
University of Houston Mechanical Engineering
8 2024 - Current
- Evaluated vendor proposals to select cost-effective suppliers while maintaining high-quality standards for materials used in projects.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to share knowledge, insights, and best practices across the organization.
- Implemented quality control measures for enhanced product reliability, increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication, effective collaboration, and timely project deliverables.
ENGINEERING SUCCESS CENTER TUTOR
UST Department of Physics and Engineering
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
ENGINEERING INTERN / GEOTECHNICAL LAB TECHNICIAN
Cibor Geoconsultants
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Gained hands-on experience in various engineering tools, software, and techniques to contribute effectively to multiple projects.
- Assisted in patent application processes for new inventions, contributing to protection of intellectual property.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather system requirements, enhancing integration of user feedback in product development.
- Reduced project costs with meticulous component selection and supplier negotiations.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, ensuring all team members had access to current specifications and designs.
- Supported senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving critical design issues, ensuring project milestones were met on time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Houston
Houston, TX 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
- Engineering Analysis
- Project Scheduling
- Computer-Aided Design
- MATLAB
- COMSOL
- AutoCAD
- Wolfram Mathematica
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023
- National Society for Leadership and Success 2021- 2023
- Cum Lade High School Graduate 2020
Timeline
ENGINEERING SUCCESS CENTER TUTOR
UST Department of Physics and Engineering
01.2023 - 05.2023
ENGINEERING INTERN / GEOTECHNICAL LAB TECHNICIAN
Cibor Geoconsultants
12.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Houston
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
University of St. Thomas
05.2001 -
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CAPSTONE DESIGN PROJECT
University of Houston Mechanical Engineering
8 2024 - Current
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