This document contains contact and background information for Mariah Newman, including her education, skills, work experience, and projects. She has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia. Her relevant work experience includes internships at Intel and Suncor Energy in facilities engineering and maintenance roles. She is currently working on her capstone design project involving the design of a robotic climber.

1. Permanent Address:
15556 E Teeling Circle
Palmer, Alaska, USA 99645
Phone: 778 363 7790
Mariahsnewman@gmail.com
ca.linkedin.com/in/mariahsnewman
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Mariah Newman
Bachelor of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Design/Project Laboratory Other
 Preventative Maintenance Plans  Machine Shop exposure  Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
 Field Trial Proposal/Management  WHMIS & MSDS Training  SAP, LiveLink, Fluid Surveys
 Engineering Scopes of Work  Fire Extinguisher Training  Data Analysis
 Isographic Drawing/Updating  Multi-meter  Macintosh & PC operating systems
 PERT networks  Milling Machine  RBMI Capstone
 Gantt Chart  Drill Press  Programming (C++, Matlab)
 API/ASME Standard Familiarity  CNC Lathe  Solidworks & AutoCAD Familiarity
 Design for Manufacture &  WaterJet cutter  System Dynamics
 Assembly (DFM & DFA)  Oscilloscope  P&ID Reading & Creation
EDUCATION
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Applied Science – Mechanical Engineering
September, 2011 – Present
 Dean’s Honor List (2011/2012, 2014W)
ACADEMIC & INTERNSHIP STATUS
Academic Program  Undergraduate of Mechanical Engineering; 7 of 8 academic terms completed.
 Anticipated date of graduation: June, 2016.
Internship Status  Completed over 19 months of internships in a professional environment.
CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE
Intel Corporation
Facility Mechanical Engineer Intern
May, 2015 – August, 2015
 Research and present on energy conservation technology for implementation on various sites.
 Compile feasibility study and potential project scope for energy conservation technology.
 Document functional and operational tests for multiple construction projects.
 Standardize a new retro-commissioning process and documentation method for construction projects.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Reliability/Maintenance Extraction (Tailings) Co-op
May, 2014 – August, 2014
 Analyzed velocity flow rates through piping to relate flow rate with pipe wear, and in conjunction with
capacity assessments for the system.
 Developed system for analyzing risk and allocating resources accordingly.
 Assisted in Quality Assessments of welding, installation, and holistic analysis of new vendor materials.
 Performed Root Cause Analysis (RCA) through investigating equipment failures in the field, and
implemented root cause corrective action by way of Engineering Scopes of Work.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Reliability/Maintenance Upgrading Co-op
May, 2013 – April, 2014
 Planning and writing engineering work scopes to support the Mechanical Maintenance team.
 Managed multiple projects simultaneously for the Mechanical Reliability team including Inspection
Interval Change Requests, and the 2014 Inspection Plan for all stationary equipment assets.
 Led interdisciplinary meetings with key players to ensure compliance with process inspection
requirements,
 Developed equipment purchase specifications for various types of equipment such as shell and tube
heat exchangers, and strainer baskets.

2. RECENT TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Capstone Design Project: Robotic Climber August, 2015 – Present
 Analyzed a design problem to prioritize constraints and specifications.
 Studied feasibility of several different options for design solution to the problem introduced.
 Iteratively designed a robot in collaboration with four team members, and faculty and industry sponsors.
 Sourced specific components through discussions with vendors and the industry sponsor.
Fourth Year Design Project: HVAC October, 2015 – December, 2015
 Analyzed given floor plan, geographic and usage information for a modern home.
 Collaboratively designed a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system for the floor plan.
 Assembled the finalized data to provide a comprehensive solution for the HVAC needs of the theorized
customer.
Third Year Design Project: Sheet Metal January, 2015 – February, 2015
 Designed and built a small DC motor from household items.
 Creatively problem solved, minimizing cost of materials and maximizing the reliability of the motor as much as
possible.
Third Year Design Project: Geared System January, 2015 – April, 2015
 Designed a gear system to specific dimensions, factor of safety, and within specific material and size
constraints.
 Utilized various skill sets learned through our Design of Machine Elements course as well as other courses
(such as Materials Science and Manufacturing Processes courses) and independent research.
Third Year Design Project: Design and Manufacturing September, 2014 – November, 2014
 Designed detailed 3D model of mechanism for random output.
 Geometrically simplified the design and assigned tolerances to coincide with team capability and machine
availability in the machine shop.
 Manufactured per design drawings with the use of various machines in the machine shop such as the lathe,
mill, drill press, and cut-off saw.
Third Year Design Project: Design of Dumping Attachment September, 2014 – November, 2014
 Researched products currently on the market for a pickup truck attachment that would simulate dump truck
capabilities.
 Designed a solution to a real world problem through problem solving technical analysis.
 Optimized multiple factors such as the mechanical advantage, capabilities, and cost of the mechanism.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Student Member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (APEGBC)
RECENT VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE
Alpha Omega Epsilon – Professional Sorority
Membership Educator (current position)
2011 - Present
 Conducted meetings to ensure the organization goals were met, the members time respected, and personal
and chapter-wise goals met.
 Coordinated members to plan, assist, and execute engineering based outreach to high school teens.
 Mentor and foster enthusiasm for STEM careers in girls of all ages.
Intel Next Gen Professionals Network May – August, 2015
Volunteer Coordinator
 Represented the Professionals Network at intern events, and promoted inclusive activities.
 Collaboratively planned, advertised, and executed large scale events.
 Budgeted for specific events based on approximate headcount.