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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Extracurricular activities
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Sheila Millares

Searcy,AR

Summary

Capable Mechanical engineering student with a solid theoretical foundation and hands-on experience in project-based learning. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to changing project requirements, showcasing problem-solving skills and innovative thinking. Skilled in SolidWorks. Eager to learn and grow in mechanical design, manufacturing, and product development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Resident Assistant

Harding University - Student Life
08.2024 - Current
  • Served as an approachable resource for 30+ residents seeking assistance with personal or academic issues.
  • Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts and attended to visitors.
  • Responded to room transfers, 5incident reports, and maintenance requests.
  • Attended and contributed to staff meetings addressing resident needs.

Team Member

SAE Baja International - Harding University
08.2023 - Current
  • Contributed to designing and creating 2 small off-road vehicles for the SAE Baja competition.
  • Focused on chassis design and helped with suspension design.
  • Participated in the manufacturing and assembly process of the vehicle, ensuring adherence to competition rules.
  • Gained hands-on experience with CAD modeling (SolidWorks) and real-world engineering problem-solving.

Machine Shop Assistant

Harding University - Engineering Department
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated adaptability in learning new machinery types quickly, contributing to the team's skill set's versatility.
  • Assisted in training 3 new employees on machine operation, safety procedures, and company policies, fostering a positive work culture.

Student Lab Assistant

Materials and Manufacturing Processes Lab
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced 26 students' understanding of lab procedures with clear demonstrations and explanations.
  • Supported students' academic success by providing one-on-one assistance during lab sessions as needed.

Coding Intern

Gitana Software
02.2022 - 03.2022
  • Gained hands-on experience in 2 software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.

Robotics Coach

Vida Y Verdad High School
02.2019 - 11.2021
  • Assisted robotics professor in training a total of 7 teams from Middle and High Schools for local and national competitions.
  • Developed innovative strategies for robotics competitions, resulting in top rankings and awards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents of team members, keeping them informed about their child's progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05-2027

Bachiller en Humanidades -

Unidad Educativa Vida Y Verdad
La Paz, Bolivia
12.2021

Diploma of Proficiency in English -

Centro Boliviano Americano
La Paz, Bolivia
03.2020

Skills

  • Software: SolidWorks proficiency, MATLAB, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Programming: Python
  • Manufacturing: 3D Printing, CNC machining, Milling, and Lathe operations
  • Analysis: Thermodynamics, Project research, Dynamics and control, Design for manufacturing
  • Other Skills: Team collaboration, Problem-solving skills, perseverance, and critical thinking

Accomplishments

  • Twelfth place in the SAE Baja competition, California, 2024
  • Fifteenth place in the SAE Baja competition, Ohio 2023
  • Dean's List Freshman year, Harding University, 2023
  • First Place Physics Olympiad, La Paz, Bolivia, 2021
  • Winning team, Bolivia's First Lego League Robotics Competition, 2017, Competed in the FLL International Competition in Denmark.

Certification

  • SolidWorks Professional Certification - 2024
  • First Aid Certification - 2024
  • Microsoft Office Certification - Excel, PowerPoint, Word - 2021
  • Adobe Certified Professional, Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop - 2021

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Extracurricular activities

Officer in Phi Kappa Delta social club.


Timeline

Resident Assistant

Harding University - Student Life
08.2024 - Current

Machine Shop Assistant

Harding University - Engineering Department
01.2024 - 12.2024

Student Lab Assistant

Materials and Manufacturing Processes Lab
01.2024 - 05.2024

Team Member

SAE Baja International - Harding University
08.2023 - Current

Coding Intern

Gitana Software
02.2022 - 03.2022

Robotics Coach

Vida Y Verdad High School
02.2019 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Harding University

Bachiller en Humanidades -

Unidad Educativa Vida Y Verdad

Diploma of Proficiency in English -

Centro Boliviano Americano

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