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JESSICA B. ZHAAN
8421 Silver Star Court, Unit 13C, Toledo, Ohio 43602
Cell 419-555-2123 zhaanmse@myisp.com
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Innovation and Design Concept to Prototype Testing and Validation
Highly analytical, performance-driven engineering professional with 10+ years experience creating
innovative, cost-efficient designs. Expertise in applied research, new concept development, simulation,
and validation. Broad knowledge in alternative fuels industry including repeated success developing
prototypes that improve marketability for previously unfeasible technologies. Superior problem-solving
and time-management abilities. Team spirited with effective communication and presentation skills.
Proficient with AutoCAD, Mathcad, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Mathematica, MSC: ADAMS, CarSim,
SolidWorks, Microsoft Project, and MS Office.
Research & Design Strengths
Design, Analysis, and Validation
Project / Qualification Planning
Manufacturing Requirements / Specifications
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
On- and Off-line Test Development
Statistical / Process Analysis
ISO and Safety compliance
Finite Element Method (FEM)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FRACZAL, INC., Toledo, Ohio 2005 Present
Mechanical Design Engineer
Collaborate with product developers and engineers to develop and operationalize state-of-the-art
alternative power plant concepts for automotive applications.
Research and review existing technologies based upon target markets; apply design analysis, FEA
process, and non-linear engineering concepts to create plans. Coordinate with suppliers / vendors and
internal engineering resources to obtain prototype parts and equipment; define functional, dimensional,
and visual requirements for components. Evaluate and demonstrate manufacturing feasibility and
technical justification for design approach; conduct design validation. Maintain comprehensive
documentation of complex design activities.
Doubled life of liquid hydrogen in vehicle-mounted tanks in collaboration with Chemical Engineers
during design of hydrogen re-uptake and sublimation reclamation system.
Conceived, designed, and prototyped a light-weight infinitely variable transmission (IVT) for use
with hydrogen fuel cell engines, resulting in 6% improvement in fuel efficiency.
Played integral role in patent-pending electric motorcycle concept combining miniaturized IVT with
regenerative braking.
Developed low-weight, low-friction piston assembly for air-pressure vehicle (air car), increasing top
speed of prototype by 11% with no decrease in range.
GAD TRANSMISSIONS, Detroit, Michigan 2001 2004
Mechanical Engineer
Researched and designed new auxiliary equipment to ensure ongoing industry advantage for a CVT /
IVT transmission manufacturer.
Developed new tooling concepts and techniques to maximize production effectiveness. Conducted
build-versus-buy analysis for new equipment. Teamed with senior engineers to prototype equipment;
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conducted project / qualification planning for each prototype. Assisted with design documentation
utilizing detailed technical drawings and engineering specifications.
Enabled 11% increase in output across three lines by designing, prototyping, testing, and rolling
out faster robot-arm assembly.
Contributed to development of new belting system for flagship CVT product, leading to 3% friction
decrease during high-RPM operations.
ELANTRO TOOL AND DIE, Lincoln Park, Michigan 1997 2001
Jr. Mechanical Engineer
Integral to design of new and upgraded equipment for a leading supplier of automotive dies for General
Motors.
Analyzed equipment performance and identified inefficiencies. Interfaced with production managers,
engineers, and project managers in designing, prototyping, and testing new equipment. Composed
technical specifications and design drawings.
Offered major contributions to three-year line overhaul plan, submitting multiple schematics for
peer review and validation; concept accepted and integrated into final rollout.
EDUCATION / ASSOCIATION
Master of Science in Engineering (MSE), Mechanical Engineering, 2005
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Ann Arbor, Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), 1997
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY East Lansing, Michigan

Professional Development:
~ Advanced Design in Fluid Mechanics
~ Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics: Application of New Materials
~ Alternative Fuel Vehicles: Concept to Reality
~ Reducing Mechanical Vibration: A Materials Approach

Member: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)