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Ryan Hobbs

Cunningham,KY

Summary

Diligent College Student at the University of Kentucky's Paducah Campus, studying Mechanical Engineering. With a dedication to prompt project completion that includes continual adaptation. I am a team-oriented individual who prides myself in being reliable and focused on equitable task distribution through projects and motivation to accomplish goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

University of Kentucky
Paducah, KY
08.2023 - Current
  • Build processors that convert type 2, 5, and 6 plastics into biofuel to assist with plastic waste problems in developing countries
  • Run processors for extended periods and plot data points to find peak efficiency and establish a preventative maintenance schedule
  • Created a 3D heat map of the processor using thermocouples to find potential gaps in insulation
  • Present data and explain the chemical process at fundraisers to potential donors.

Quality Engineering Intern

3A Composites
Benton, KY
06.2023 - Current
  • Crated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) For Quality Assurance Technicians on a newly developed paint line
  • Established a new inventory tracking system in SAP for frequently used, and major components on both paint and ACM lines
  • Conducted quality assurance tests on PVC sheet lines
  • Done by collecting samples, analyzing data and results, and establish new procedures for new raw materials and machinery used in trials.

Project Engineering Intern

Phoenix Paper Wickliffe LLC
Wickliffe, KY
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Responsible for creating purchase requisitions and bills of material in SAP
  • Collected and tested environmental samples from various sources in the mill to ensure we were within compliance
  • Assisted with keeping track of forecasting for all engineering projects
  • Walked down and marked up outdated P&IDs for AutoCAD correction
  • Made AutoCAD corrections on any outdated drawings or diagrams.

Manager

Vertical Jump Park
Paducah, KY
01.2016 - 04.2019
  • Train and develop new hires to portray an image of professionalism and uphold company values when on the clock
  • Maintain proper employee/employer relations and address any questions in a timely and open manner
  • Responsible for cash management processes and nightly deposits.
  • Created purchase orders and managed inventory. Including maintenance equipment, concessions, arcade supplies, and employee equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Paducah, KY
05-2026

Associate of Science -

West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Paducah, KY
05.2017

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Management Experience
  • Computer Programming (MATLAB, Python)
  • Extensive Microsoft Office Experience
  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Experience with Auto CAD, Creo, and Solidworks
  • SAP Experience
  • Previous Intern Experience
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Technical Writing
  • Engineering Documentation

Professional Development

  • Participating in NASA's L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy in the spring of 2024 (Current).
  • 3D Modeler certificate obtained from West Kentucky Community & Technical College.
  • Welder Helper certificate obtained from West Kentucky Community & Technical College.
  • Obtaining certification in NX Siemens CAD software through NASA L'SPACE (Current).
  • Vice President of University of Kentucky's Engineers for a Sustainable World chapter.
  • Up to date qualifications in CPR, First-Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogen handling.

Timeline

Research Assistant

University of Kentucky
08.2023 - Current

Quality Engineering Intern

3A Composites
06.2023 - Current

Project Engineering Intern

Phoenix Paper Wickliffe LLC
06.2022 - 06.2023

Manager

Vertical Jump Park
01.2016 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY

Associate of Science -

West Kentucky Community & Technical College

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