Alicia Dias

dias.a@husky.neu.edu 1516 Tremont St.

(925) 255-3668 Boston, MA 02120

EDUCATION
Northeastern University, Boston, MA December 2017
Bachelor & Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.74
Honors: Honors Program, Merit Scholar, Deans List
Relevant Courses: Advanced Mechanics of Materials, Engineering Project Management
Leadership Roles: Club Running Team Executive Board

SKILLS
Computer Applications: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS; Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint; Adobe Aftereffects
Programming: C++, MATLAB

WORK EXPERIENCE
HRL Laboratories, Malibu, CA Jan-June 2016
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Designed parts in SolidWorks to be printed on several types of 3D printers
Tested capabilities of 3D printer using new resins and made adjustments to specs in order to produce best results and identify
best practices
Made decisions regarding materials and testing requirements while project supervisor was out of the country
Gave weekly presentations to clients updating them on project progress
Ran extensive mechanical testing (Tension, Compression, DMA, TGA) and analyzed data
Wired electrical circuits to modify 3D printer operation
Gilbert & Associates, Hingham, MA Jan-June 2015
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Designed and worked on a variety of naval architecture plans for commercial ferries and towboats
Learned how to make design decisions with confidence, even in an unfamiliar field
Developed proficient AutoCAD skills; drew detailed plans for the new steering gear in the Cape Henlopen Ferry
Interacted with clients through phone calls and email as well as in-person meetings
Visited the New London shipyard to take measurements on the MV Cape Henlopen; used measurements in the
redesign of the boats steering gear compartment and engine room

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
St. Francis House, Boston, MA July 2016-Present
Prepare & serve meals to local homeless population
Back on My feet Boston, Roxbury, MA, Outreach volunteer Sept. 2014-July 2015
Help lead weekly running group for homeless people looking to better themselves
El Centro del Cardenal, Dorchester, MA, Tutor Sept. 2013-May 2014
Worked as a classroom assistant & tutor for underprivileged youths studying for the GED
Developed ability to work and communicate with individuals of vastly different backgrounds

BACKGROUND AND INTERESTS

Captain of the Northeastern University Club Running team
Enjoy rock climbing, running, snowboarding, biking, and hiking