Caroline S.

Contracted to work for the Corporate Facilities Gulf Coast Hub at Dow Chemical - Developed and executed equipment reliability strategies to optimize asset performance and reduce downtime across facility operations - Led the planning and implementation of preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical systems, ensuring operational efficiency and longevity - Oversaw procurement of replacement equipment, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and lifecycle cost considerations - Ensured full compliance with GMISS (Global Mechanical Integrity Safety Standards), maintaining regulatory and corporate standards - Communicated reliability improvement initiatives and performance insights to Dow stakeholders, fostering transparency and continuous improvement - Initiated capital projects based on facility and equipment condition assessments, supporting long-term infrastructure integrity - Monitored and enforced HVAC system safety compliance, contributing to a safe and regulated working environment

Kiewit Offshore Services Contributed to the Golden Triangles Polymer Project in shop and field operations Structural Field Engineer - Developed detailed Construction and Installation Work Packages to guide field execution and ensure alignment with project specifications - Coordinated steel material deliveries and verified receipt for offshore structural projects - Collaborated with superintendents to design efficient build sequences, improving workflow and minimizing delays - Created Critical Lift Plans for complex operations including panel rollups and structural floats, prioritizing safety and precision - Participated in daily toolbox meetings to engage with field crews, understand ongoing activities, and support safe execution Supports Manufacturing Engineer - Annotated Pipe Support Detail drawings with precise dimensions to support accurate 3D modeling and fabrication - Generated Material Specification Sheets for metals used in support structures, ensuring compliance with design and performance standards - Maintained Excel-based tracking systems for shop productivity, work orders, and manufacturing progress - Attended daily productivity meetings to assess shop performance and identify areas for improvement - Located and organized material in laydown areas to streamline fabrication workflows - Issued Purchase Orders for required materials, coordinating with vendors and procurement teams - Conducted daily shop walkthroughs to perform quality assurance and safety inspections - Proactively identified and implemented ergonomic and productivity enhancements to support labor efficiency and well-being

Contributed to the Barry 8 Combined Cycle Project Startup & Commissioning Support - Prepared mechanical and electrical systems for testing and simulation procedures - Conducted vibration, speed, and temperature tests on motors to verify operational readiness - Observed and documented system operations, including the combustion turbine, to support performance validation Engineering & Turnover Support - Assisted engineers in compiling documentation for system turnover packages - Performed walkdowns of system packages to confirm readiness for handover to startup teams - Inspected piping systems and identified punch list items to ensure compliance and completion

Supported the Agricultural Systems Management (AGSM) department by grading coursework and assisting in lab instruction for a machinery management course. - Evaluated homework assignments and lab reports for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to course standards - Guided students during lab sessions, helping facilitate hands-on learning and safe equipment operation - Collaborated with faculty to maintain academic integrity and support student success

Supported installing a state-of-the-art combined-cycle natural gas facility by assisting field and project engineering teams in daily operations and technical execution. Field Engineering Support - Created and organized system turnover packages to ensure smooth handoff to commissioning teams - Performed pneumatic and hydrostatic pressure tests on piping systems to validate integrity and performance - Conducted walkdowns to verify system readiness for client turnover Project Engineering Support - Compiled project outlooks and contributed to forecasting and planning documentation - Recorded daily construction progress and setbacks to maintain accurate reporting and support decision-making - Coordinated material procurement for field operations, ensuring timely availability and alignment with construction schedules - Inquired about and tracked Requests for Information (RFIs) to resolve field discrepancies and ensure alignment with design intent

Supported undergraduate mechanical engineering students by providing academic assistance and technical guidance in SolidWorks and course material. - Assisted students with SolidWorks assignments, offering one-on-one support and troubleshooting design challenges - Evaluated and graded assignments and quizzes, ensuring consistency with course standards and learning objectives

Worked full-time while maintaining a full schedule of college classes, demonstrating strong time management, discipline, and commitment to professional growth. - Created detailed structural and architectural design drawings in Revit to support cleanroom POD fabrication and layout - Modeled individual components in Autodesk Inventor, including AHU skids and air wall screens, for integration into modular systems - Independently managed multiple research and design projects, contributing to innovative solutions and design improvements - Utilized Excel to perform engineering calculations that informed key design decisions and ensured compliance with performance standards

Served as a key point of contact for summer camps and conference guests, supporting housing logistics and administrative coordination across campus residence halls. - Responded to inquiries via phone and email, providing timely and professional customer service to guests and program organizers - Drafted and managed agreements and addendums for each camp and conference, ensuring clarity and compliance with university policies - Operated the front desk of the ResLife Central Area Office, assisting walk-in guests and coordinating internal communications - Assigned housing accommodations for camps and individuals, including room and hall placements based on program needs - Created spreadsheets and documentation to relay housing and scheduling information from internal software to other university departments

Tutored students in math-related courses while still in high school, demonstrating early initiative and a strong aptitude for academic support. - Assisted 20+ students weekly with coursework in subjects such as algebra, geometry, and precalculus - Created and presented training modules to enhance tutoring techniques and peer engagement - Took additional classes to expand subject matter expertise and improve tutoring effectiveness

Took dual credit classes during high school working towards completing my core curriculum and earning an associates degree.