Noahwal Awel
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Mechanical Engineering student with strong CADD proficiency and hands-on design experience seeking to apply technical analysis and collaboration skills to transportation infrastructure projects. Proven ability to deliver design solutions using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, conduct engineering analysis (FEA, tolerance analysis), and manage complex technical documentation. Eager to support large-scale infrastructure projects while developing civil/transportation engineering expertise.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Coach & Performance Analyst
Oak and Iron Fitness
Raleigh, USA
08.2021 - Current
- Manage 15+ client programs using data-driven assessment protocols (FMS, biomechanical analysis), achieving 90% retention through performance optimization and systematic progress tracking
- Develop standardized evaluation frameworks and onboarding processes, reducing assessment time
- Lead 1-3 daily technical consultations, analyzing movement patterns and prescribing corrective solutions based on applied physics and human factors principles
- Collaborate with cross-functional team to document standard operating procedures and training protocols
Teacher Assistant
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Mentored 15+ engineering students weekly in CAD fundamentals, simplifying complex 2D-to-3D modeling concepts and improving student proficiency by 40%
- Created tutorial guides and revised lab materials aligned with industry CADD standards, streamlining instruction for 120+ piece mechanical assemblies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC5 2026
Associate of Science - Engineering
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC5 2024
Skills
CADD & Design Software: AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CSWA Certified), CATIA, NX; Proficient in 2D drafting, GD&T, sheet metal design, and assembly modeling
Engineering Analysis: FEA, statistical tolerance analysis, DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Design for Assembly/Manufacturing (DFA/DFM)
Project Tools: Arena Solutions (BOM management), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Python, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Technical Report Writing
Language: Spanish (proficient), Amharic (fluent)
Projects
START: STEM Academic Research & Training | SolidWorks
Collaborative Research Program, START
- Designed modular K-12 weather station kits, including over 25 self-fastening parts, and used FEA to reduce material use by 20%, with a team of 6 to complete the project
Adaptive Learning Manipulatives | SolidWorks, 3D Printing
- Designed and developed ergonomic sorting mechanisms for children with Down syndrome by applying human factors research and collaborating with special education professionals
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Wake Technical Community College
08.2023 - 12.2023
Fitness Coach & Performance Analyst
Oak and Iron Fitness
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Carolina State University
Associate of Science - Engineering
Wake Technical Community College