Megan McGowan is a mechanical engineer with over two and a half years of experience at The DOW Chemical Company leading mechanical and piping projects ranging from $1-3 million. She has collaborated with US and international teams and analyzed spare parts strategies to reduce costs. McGowan earned her Green Belt certification in Six Sigma methodology and has assisted with ergonomics and safety projects. She is active in STEM education outreach and mentored a high school robotics team.

1. Megan McGowan
2922 Aldrich Ave S, APT 319
Minneapolis, MN 55408
mkfrager@gmail.com | (309) 231-8091
Mechanical Engineer
A performance driven Mechanical Engineer with skills in executing intermediate to small projects.
Offering two and a half years of experience leading the mechanical and piping discipline for a large
chemical company. Well versed with multi-discipline teams and providing quality work for the customer
with safety in the forefront. Highly motivated, quick learning, and enjoys trouble shooting.
Work Experience
The DOW Chemical Company, Midland, MI & Edina, MN June 2014 – Current
Engineering Solutions, Mechanical Engineer – Full Time
 Lead Mechanical/Piping Engineer for multiple projects ranging $1M to $3MM
 Notable Project: A full resurrection project of a mothballed plant to allow research,development,
scale-up, and large field sample campaigns for the agriculture science department. Over 140
pieces of mechanical equipment and 200 pipe lines installed.
 Collaborated with US and Saudi Arabian employees to leverage technology and ensure
compliance of equipment for new site in Saudi Arabia. Analyzed the spare parts strategy to best
prepare the new site with necessary equipment. Reviewed purchase orders to avoid overpaying
for equipment and to verify correct technology. Cut cost by 50% on an order of 24 pumps.
 Earned Green Belt Project Leader certification by studying and applying MAIC Six Sigma
methodology under supervision of a Master Black Belt
 Assisted the EH&S team by co-leading an ergonomics Six Sigma Project, and managing a blade
safety/identification project
 DOW STEM Ambassador Steering Team Lead: A volunteer group for STEM Education
 Coordinated the start of a FIRST Robotics Team for Midland High School and mentored the
students on a weekly basis
 Recruited for Dow at SDSM&T’s Career Fair for full time and co-op positions
Caterpillar Inc., Mossville TC-G, IL Summer 2013
Component and Systems Development/Testing,Lower Powertrain – Intern
 Ran heat dissipation brake tests for the 966 wheelloader
 Shadowed engineers during failure analysis and issue resolution
Deere and Company, Ottumwa, IA Summer 2012
Product Design,Electrical Engineering Design Group – Intern
 Designed electrical brackets for large-square balers
 Assisted with software calibrations and cost reduction project for windrowers
Education
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, SD May 2014
Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.75/4.00 - Magna CumLaude
Accomplishments: ASME Chair, Tau Beta PiMember, Academic Scholars Honor Roll from Dakota
Athletic Conference,ASME Student District Operating Board Member at Large