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Nicole Halpin

Lone Tree

Summary

Graduate Systems Engineering student with a dual B.S. in Sustainable Systems and Environmental Engineering and a minor in Electrical Engineering Technology. Experienced in applying sustainability principles to energy, water, and wastewater systems through academic projects and internships. Skilled in problem-solving, time management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in technical reporting, data analysis, and implementing engineering procedures. Dedicated to addressing environmental challenges through sustainable engineering practices grounded in systems thinking.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ice Cream Cake Decorator and Assistant Manager

Baskin Robbins
02.2013 - Current
  • Built, frosted, and decorated ice cream cakes
  • Disassembled and cleaned equipment
  • Supervised teenage staff

Graduate Research Assistant

Colorado State University
01.2024 - 12.2025
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and models using systems engineering principles
  • Contributed to professionally-written research paper for submission to the State

Water Resources Intern

City of Longmont
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supported the implementation of water conservation programs and public outreach initiatives
  • Conducted field inspections of raw water supply systems
  • Collaborated with senior staff on raw water system management projects

Drinking Water Intern

HDR
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Contributed to ongoing projects by assisting in the development of project reports, spreadsheets, and proposals related to water and wastewater engineering solutions
  • Worked closely with engineers and other team members to achieve project goals and solve technical problems
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and strategies for improving water and wastewater treatment processes

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2016 - 05.2022
  • Re-attended classes considered high-drop or high-fail
  • Assisted students with reviewing course material and improving comprehension
  • Courses: Intro to Engineering, Engineering Economics, Circuits I & General Chemistry II

Education

Master of Engineering - Systems Engineering

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
12.2025

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Systems Engineering

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
12.2023

Certification

Certified as an Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) from INCOSE

Presentations

• Presented research on Auraria Campus Agrivoltaics: Benefits from Synergized Technology & Flora at MSU Denver’s 12th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference in 2023.
• Delivered a poster presentation on Design, Modelling and Impact Assessment of a Large Agrivoltaics System for an Urban University Building at The Agrivoltaics World Conference in 2024.
• Presented research on Optimum Design of Phosphorus Treatment Processes for a Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant at The Rocky Mountain Water Conference in 2024.

Timeline

Water Resources Intern

City of Longmont
09.2024 - 08.2025

Drinking Water Intern

HDR
06.2024 - 08.2024

Graduate Research Assistant

Colorado State University
01.2024 - 12.2025

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2016 - 05.2022

Ice Cream Cake Decorator and Assistant Manager

Baskin Robbins
02.2013 - Current

Master of Engineering - Systems Engineering

Colorado State University

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Systems Engineering

Metropolitan State University of Denver
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