Scott Thorkelson
Camas
Summary
Adaptable and experienced entry-level software engineer with a focus on user experience coding. Eager to apply foundational programming skills, and collaborate within dynamic teams to contribute to innovative projects. Possesses a strong foundation in C and Salesforce programming, acquired through academic training and professional internships. Committed to continuous growth, open to new challenges, and dedicated to leveraging technology to create impactful solutions. Innovative engineer with a background in diverse engineering projects, including design optimization and process improvement. Strong analytical skills, adept at problem-solving, and implementing efficient solutions to enhance productivity. Proven ability to lead teams toward achieving project goals within deadlines, significantly improving operational efficiency, and reducing costs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Nutter Corporation
Vancouver
10.2024 - Current
- Serve as a key support resource for project managers, helping to drive decision-making and maintain project schedules
- Oversee and attend meetings to provide input on project direction and facilitate communication between stakeholders
- Contribute to the company getting new projects based on the takeoffs based on provided plan sets
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for pricing and project estimates
- Assist project managers in coordinating and overseeing project execution to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules
- Attend and contribute to project meetings, providing insights to help guide project direction
- Collaborate with two other Project Engineers under four Project Managers to support multiple underground construction projects
- Work closely with field teams and subcontractors to facilitate smooth job site operations
Head of Information Technology
Adam's Place LLC
Longview
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: a company that owns, manages, and resources residences for clients who have developmental disabilities
- Headed the IT department of Adam's Place
- Set the company up with new screen sharing software and moving to Microsoft Office email hosting
- Both onsite and virtual troubleshooting of both technical and hardware issues
- Improved the employee's ability to troubleshoot for themselves as to free up the IT department
- Introduced and presented new software to streamline employee shift information, messaging and client record keeping
- Checked client housing for security oversights when visiting residencies for technical issues
- A company that owns, manages, and resources residences for clients who have developmental disabilities
Program Service Coordinator
iEmbrace
Vancouver
08.2020 - 09.2024
- As a Program Service Coordinator at iEmbrace, my role was to manage a growing team of employees and clients
- I trained new employees to meet with our clients at rehabilitation centers and provide connections through board games and other socialization
- I tracked all hours that were spent with clients for the state billing and managed the amount of hours clients were visited
Team Lead
Portland State University
Portland
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Leading a team of six senior college students in the development of an innovative application designed to aid users of cochlear implants in improving listening skills
- Spearheaded and coordinated team efforts throughout the project lifecycle, leveraging agile methodologies to ensure timely delivery and adherence to project milestones
- Collaborated closely with the project sponsor, maintaining a direct line of communication to gather requirements, offer progress updates, and incorporate feedback into the application's development
- Managed team dynamics, assigning tasks, and fostering a collaborative environment conducive to creativity and problem-solving
- Played a pivotal role in the application's conceptualization, overseeing its design, development, and testing phases, prioritizing features critical to enhancing listening skills for cochlear implant users
- Facilitated user testing sessions to gather feedback, iteratively refining the application's functionalities and user interface for enhanced usability and effectiveness
- Presented project progress and outcomes to stakeholders and participated in project demonstrations showcasing the application's capabilities and potential impact on its intended users
Software Engineer Intern (MECOP)
GARMIN AT
Salem
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Led a team of six software engineers to advance the development of the Garmin Touch Navigator for avionics, contributing to feature implementation and software enhancements
- Actively participated in the software development lifecycle, collaborating with experienced engineers to design, implement, and test new functionalities aimed at enhancing the Garmin Touch Navigator's capabilities
- Contributed significantly to the project by independently developing and implementing several key features, ensuring their integration into the software for future releases as updates post-internship
- Engaged in code reviews, debugging, and testing procedures, employing best practices to maintain software quality, functionality, and adherence to aviation standards and regulations
- Collaborated effectively within the engineering team, actively exchanging ideas, providing valuable input, and supporting ongoing development initiatives
- Demonstrated adaptability and a quick grasp of new technologies, methodologies, and programming languages, enabling swift and efficient contribution to the project objectives
Client Relationship Management Developer Intern
CAMBIA HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Portland
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Led daily stand-up meetings, ensuring effective communication and coordination among team members while contributing to Salesforce website development and an internal tool for streamlined client information tracking
- Orchestrated and facilitated daily stand-up meetings, fostering an environment of collaboration, communication, and accountability among team members
- Played a pivotal role in aligning team efforts, discussing progress, challenges, and action items, ensuring a shared understanding of project objectives and individual responsibilities
- Actively participated in Salesforce website development, applying coding expertise to customize functionalities and improve client data management
- Spearheaded the creation of an internal tool, optimizing the team's ability to track and update client information efficiently and accurately
- Collaborated closely with colleagues, translating project requirements into effective technical solutions, and contributing to the overall success of the development initiatives
Resident Assistant
Portland State University Housing
Portland
09.2020 - 06.2022
- As a Resident Assistant at Portland State University, I helped foster a supportive community environment and address residents' needs
- I organized and conducted engaging programs, utilizing platforms like Google Meets to ensure both virtual and in-person resident participation
- Mediating conflicts and disagreements among residents was a crucial aspect, requiring adept interpersonal skills and conflict resolution techniques
- Establishing individual connections with each resident was paramount to create a comfortable and inclusive atmosphere
- Communicated with higher authorities about floor-related issues
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon03.2024
Skills
- C, C, C# Programming
- Godot Game Engine
- Embedded Programming
- Salesforce development
- JavaScript programming
- User Interface Design
- HTML programming
- Team management
- Jira management
- Agile methodology
- American Sign Language
Timeline
Project Engineer
Nutter Corporation
10.2024 - Current
Head of Information Technology
Adam's Place LLC
03.2024 - 09.2024
Team Lead
Portland State University
09.2023 - 03.2024
Software Engineer Intern (MECOP)
GARMIN AT
04.2023 - 09.2023
Client Relationship Management Developer Intern
CAMBIA HEALTH SOLUTIONS
06.2022 - 12.2022
Resident Assistant
Portland State University Housing
09.2020 - 06.2022
Program Service Coordinator
iEmbrace
08.2020 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Portland State University
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