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Samuel Davis

Beaverton

Summary

Dynamic engineering professional with hands-on experience at SME, excelling in quality control and project support. Proficient in AutoCAD and technical reporting, I foster strong relationships while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Committed to continuous learning, I effectively manage project milestones and contribute to successful outcomes in diverse construction environments.

Forward-thinking Engineering Intern pursuing A B.S degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Railroad Transportation. Looking to take on new challenges in the role of an Engineering Intern with a Class 1 Railroad.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineering Intern/Co-Op Student

SME
05.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated and supported field construction quality control efforts for multiple projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines, specifications, and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with SME team members, contractors, and project managers to monitor the quality and performance of construction materials, including soils, concrete, and asphalt.
  • Assisted in the management of quality control testing and field evaluations, tracking progress and ensuring that results met the required project specifications and regulatory guidelines.
  • Supported engineering teams in assessing materials, and performed data analysis to ensure project milestones were met within specified parameters.

Horizontal Construction Engineer

Michigan Army National Guard, Engineer
06.2021 - Current
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites using 10-20 ton dump trucks.

Survey Intern

MDOT
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Hauled surveying equipment across hillsides and swamps to assist surveyors in projects.
  • Researched legal records, survey records and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries in areas to be surveyed.
  • Used theodolites, transits, levels and satellite-based global positioning systems to determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in survey areas.
  • Input and updated technical data for use in project reports and sketches.

Tire Technician

Belle Tire
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
  • Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Analyzed customer needs to recommend suitable tires for personalized requirements.
  • Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements.
  • Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
  • Repaired punctures by locating leaks, removing embedded objects, and patching holes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI
05-2028

No Degree - General Studies

Mid Michigan Community College
Mt Pleasant Mi

Skills

  • Lab test setup
  • AutoCAD
  • Sketches, specifications, and drawings
  • Test management
  • Willingness to learn
  • Relationship building and rapport
  • Project Support
  • Technical reporting
  • Project management

Certification

CPR/AED and First Aid certified - American Heart Association

MDOT mini stockpile asphalt sampling certification

Interests

  • Running
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Adventure Travel
  • Train Travel
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Martial Arts
  • Gym Workouts
  • Historical Exploration

Timeline

Engineering Intern/Co-Op Student

SME
05.2025 - Current

Survey Intern

MDOT
05.2024 - 08.2025

Tire Technician

Belle Tire
10.2022 - 08.2023

Horizontal Construction Engineer

Michigan Army National Guard, Engineer
06.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Michigan Technological University

No Degree - General Studies

Mid Michigan Community College

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