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RYAN CICHOLSKI

Detroit Diesel Corporation
Holland
2
years of professional experience

Aspiring Automotive Engineer with a passion for vehicle innovation & development. Comprehensive knowledge in automotive diagnostics & repair, Dynamometers, engine air flow, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, as well as machining & fabrication. Driven to serve the automotive industry while continuously developing my engineering skills and transferring innovation from paper to pavement.

Work History

Test Technician Intern

3 Months
Detroit Diesel Corporation | 05.2026 - 08.2026
  • Assembled components for the DD13-16 Engines, DT12 Transmissions and rear axles
  • Programmed PLCs for Fire Systems, Security Systems, etc.
  • Perform tests on Engines, Transmissions, Turbochargers and Axles to analyze component operation, identify failure points and use mechanical fundamentals to resolve issues with tests
  • Performing routine maintenance and special work orders on test vehicles to prepare for rigorous road testing
  • In-vehicle testing to observe truck performance and identify failure points
  • Instrumentation, fabricating wire harnesses for test fixtures and vehicles

Production Intern

3 Months
Trans-Matic | 05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Performed routine quality checks on in-house manufactured parts
  • Maintained & Operated deep-draw stamping machines
  • Collaborated with toolmakers and quality personnel to solve part quality defects & issues
  • Maintained a clean & safe working environment

Summer Production Employee

3 Months
Gentex Corporation | 05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Worked with others on a production line to produce rear view mirrors
  • Inspected parts to ensure quality
  • Maintained a clean and fully stocked working area during down time

Education

BS - Automotive Engineering Technology

Ferris State University | Big Rapids, MI | 05-2027

Certificate - Engineering Design & Machining

Ottawa Area ISD | 01.2022

Skills

Instrumentation
Automotive Engines
Dynamometer Operation
Component Testing
Automotive Diagnostics & Repair
Manual Transmissions & Drivelines
AutoCAD & SolidWorks
Manual Machining
Quality Sciences

Timeline

Test Technician Intern

Detroit Diesel Corporation
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More

Production Intern

Trans-Matic
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More

Summer Production Employee

Gentex Corporation
05.2024 - 08.2024Read More

Ottawa Area ISD

Certificate from Engineering Design & Machining
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Ferris State University

BS from Automotive Engineering Technology
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Personal Information

Title: STUDENT - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – EXPECT TO GRADUATE 05/27
RYAN CICHOLSKI