Scott Zuehlke
Rochester,Illinois
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with a strong foundation in water resources, skilled in hydraulic design, cost estimation, and environmental compliance. Demonstrates capability in leading projects from conception to completion while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and fostering effective teamwork.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Resources Engineer
HDR, Incorporated
10.2021 - Current
- Provided mechanical process support and cost estimating for fish hatcheries and other water infrastructure projects.
- Described mechanical designs to clients in Basis of the Design Report, produced contract specifications, and collaborated with team members, including modelers, to create construction drawings.
- Proficient in the following programs: AFTFathom, NewForma, Visual Hydraulics, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Bim 360, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel etc.) and other relevant programs.
Machinist and QA/QC Inspector
Richardson Manufacturing
Springfield , IL
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Inspected finished products for quality control and compliance standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate machining.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Operated lathes and mills to produce precision components.
- Adjusted machine settings based on material specifications and requirements.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Replaced worn cutting tools during machining to maintain quality.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and best practices.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Documented production processes and maintained accurate records for traceability.
Education
Bachelor of School - Mechanical Engineering
Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Edwardsville08-2021
Associate of Science - Engineering
Linolnland Community College
Springfield, Illinois 12-2019
Skills
- Hydraulic modeling certification
- Water resources certification
- Hydraulic modeling
- Hydraulic design
- Water infrastructure design
- Drainage system design
- Stormwater management design
- Hydraulic and process calculations
- Surface water hydrology
- Cost estimation
- Contract specifications
- Construction drawings
- Environmental permitting
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental compliance
- Risk assessment
- Risk analysis
- Hazard mitigation
- Project leadership
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Client Relations
- Strong Communication Skills
- Problem solving
- Technical documentation
- AutoCAD software
Projects
Assisted in Development of Bid Documents For Fish Hatcheries, Piping and Valving, Mechanical Filtration (Drumfilters, Stacked-Disc Cartridge Filters), UV Disinfection, Circular Rearing Tanks and Raceways, Biofiltration Systems, Pump Stations, Clarifiers, Sludge Storage Tanks with Sludge Mixing Systems, Chemical Dosing Systems
Timeline
Water Resources Engineer
HDR, Incorporated
10.2021 - Current
Machinist and QA/QC Inspector
Richardson Manufacturing
05.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of School - Mechanical Engineering
Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Associate of Science - Engineering
Linolnland Community College