Spencer Villarreal
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Strategic individual eager to leverage knowledge in aerospace engineering. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with focus on innovation. Skilled in computational fluid dynamics and wind tunnel testing interpretation with strong understanding of industry standards and regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted the course instructor in grading and planning of course EF437/438 Interdisciplinary Senior Design Honors.
- Maintained the course Canvas page, assisting in any broken links or missing lesson plans so that students could access all assignments, lessons, and resources without difficulty.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistant(s) to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Held office hours to work one on one with students who may have needed clarification or extra help with coursework outside of normal class hours.
Mechanical Engineer
Can Corporation Of America, Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Headed the Mechanical Safety Engineering and designed, built, and incorporated machine guarding for 10 obsolete machines that would protect workers and keep production steady.
- Assisted in the installation and set up of new high speed end lines before the line was used in production so it would be efficiently running for workers once open.
- In charge of parts log for 2 sheet metal shaping lines, kept up to date on parts and location for ease of access during routine scheduled maintenance.
- Designed multiple systems to provide workers easier working conditions using CAD software which then were fabricated and implemented.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hetran-B, Worldwide Manufacturers And Engineers
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Used SolidWorks proficiency to analyze existing machines and create 3D models to store in companies database.
- Helped design components of pipe stripping and manufacturing machines, as well as oversee construction and utilization of components.
- Reviewed technical drawings by CAD technicians and drafters before being sent to the floor.
Education
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2019
Skills
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Peer Mentoring
- Manufacturing Method Selection
- MATLAB
- CAD Software
- Fusion 360
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Microsoft Office
- CNC & Machining
- FEA
- ANSYS
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
Can Corporation Of America, Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2022
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hetran-B, Worldwide Manufacturers And Engineers
12.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Temple University
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