Keith Benedix 136 Lincoln St. Unit 5 Denver, CO 80203 | (773) 746-0741 | keithbenedix@gmail.com

Recent graduate from an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree program seeking an entry-level Mechanical Design Engineering position. Program curriculum emphasized strong foundations in dynamics and physics, structural dynamics, systems design and testing, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and 2D/ 3D CAD design tools. Additional skills include health and safety leadership, employee orientation, and performance management acquired through work experience gained during and after receiving undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering.

Education University of Colorado at Denver, School of Engineering and Applied Science December 2013

Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree, ABET accredited

Certifications Engineering Intern (Formerly known as Engineer in Training) May 2015

Issued by the Colorado Dept. of Regulatory Agencies – Division of Professions and Occupations

Academic Project FSAE Formula Series Participant August 2012 – May 2013

Manager of Frame Design Sub-Team

One semester analytical design of load bearing members using Finite Element Analysis, numerical calculations, CAD, MATLAB, and Excel programming

One semester fabrication using manual machining techniques, and MIG/TIG welding

Utilized Suzuki GSX-R600 motor

Relevant Skills Manufacturing R&D: Manual/CNC mill and lathe, MIG/TIG welding, 3D scanner, 3D printer

Computer Literacy: MS Office, SolidWorks, MATLAB, NI LabVIEW, AutoCAD, Revit

Laboratory Experimentation and Reporting: Strength of Materials, Circuits, Measurement Systems, Fluids

Linear Measurement Tools: GD&T, coordinate measurement machine, load cell, oscilloscope

Work Experience Marriott International, Inc. – Ritz Calrton, Denver March 2015 – Current

Engineer I Denver, CO

Developing:

working knowledge of HVAC and MEP systems

operational and preventative maintenance troubleshooting, solutions, and expertise

strong foundation in building systems design and organization Asplundh Tree Expert Co. December 2013 – January 2015

Line Clearance Specialist/ Trimmer Granby, CO

Coordinator for Safety Operations/ Fire Suppression

Developed:

outstanding ability to work safely and to a high standard of quality in extremely stressful environment

proper tools to administer new employee orientation, training, and performance evaluations

skills to operate heavy machinery in controlled and safe manner Winter Park Resort May 2013 – May 2014

Lift Operations/ Coach for Competition Center Winter Park, CO

Developed:

working mechanical knowledge of ski lifts: supervision of safe running temperatures and pressures, auxiliary sequence, lift controls, general safety for lift operation, inspection, and evacuation procedures

unparalleled ability to facilitate functional and effective team, lesson plans, and group coordination