Michael D.
Rapien
Email: rapienmd@mail.uc.edu
Phone: (513) 910-1870
Address: 7342 Forest Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45231
Education
University of Cincinnati, OH Class of 2020
College of Engineering and Applied Science GPA: 3.396/4.0
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Work Experience
Engineering Co-Op, Workhorse, Loveland, OH August 2018 – Present
Worked cooperatively with a team of employees to execute testing on a prototype vehicle for USPS
Performed repairs based on problem solving complex vehicle systems, both mechanical and electrical
Collaborated with partner companies to maximize vehicle efficiency and functionality
Engineering Co-Op, Ransohoff, Cincinnati, OH August 2016 – April 2018
Conducted preliminary testing to determine machine capabilities for specific applications
Recorded observations and composed comprehensive reports for customer review and approval
Collaborated with potential customers to qualify and integrate new machines into existing processes
Drafted clear and concise proposals for custom machines according to requested specifications
Designed and created drawings for the production of mechanical components
Allocated finances and hours to create accurate budgets for purchased machines
Mt. Healthy Public Works, Cincinnati, OH June 2015 – 2016 (Seasonal)
Worked cooperatively with other employees to do a variety of jobs throughout the city
Maintained park and city grounds, managed and replaced city signage, repaired asphalt, and cut grass
Trained to operate a backhoe loader
Laborer, Cincinnati, OH 2009 – Present
Assisted on brick, block, and stone masonry jobs
Efficiently gathered materials and prepared mortar to supply to the masons
Trained to operate forklifts
Skills
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Matlab, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Proficient in vehicle maintenance and
mechanics
Activities and Involvement
Community: Assumption Parish Festival (2009 – Present); Mt. Healthy North Elementary Teacher
Assistant (2015 – 2017); Granny’s Garden School (2018 – Present)
Hobbies: Automotive Restoration and Modification, Water Skiing, Camping, Off-Roading, Recreational Soccer
Availability
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