Focused on Success and Improvments
I am a dedicated Mechanical Engineer interested in the design of systems. By optimizing core components, measurable improvements in overall operational efficiency appear. I thrive on solving complex technical problems through reasoning and design.
[ 01 ] projects
Trent W.
I am a mechanical engineer who believes that technical skills are only half the battle. To build truly impactful solutions, getting your hands dirty designing and failing is necessary. From working on code for a CNC to designing personal projects the focus is always on delivering efficiency.
From taking apart old electronics to spending money I don't have on a 3D printer. The journey of learning is more valuable than the end product.
— ENGINEER AT HEART
[ 02 ] Experience
Career
May 2026 — PRESENT
MOSGC Research Intern
Missouri Space Grant Consortium Intern
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Authored standard operating procedures for sub-ambient cooling panel operation, testing, and evaluation.
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Supported the design and manufacturing of sub-ambient cooling panels, including fabrication planning and system refinement.
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Collaborated with professors, graduate students, and research personnel through weekly meetings to communicate progress and address project objectives.
May 2026 - PRESENT
May 2025 - Aug 2025
Engineering Intern
Timberline Cabinets
QCAD/CAM
PROTOTYPING
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Coordinated directly with contractors, clients, architects, and vendors to clarify project requirements, resolve questions, and support accurate project execution.
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Prepared and reviewed bids for custom cabinet projects valued from several thousand to over ten thousand dollars, ensuring accuracy in measurements, materials, and scope of work.
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Created CAD/CAM shop drawings in QCAD/CAM for contractor approval, fabrication, and installation.
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Developed shop workflow improvements, including a QR/barcode CNC file system and 3D printing implementation to improve organization, prototyping, and productivity.
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Optimized CNC preparation processes through QCAD/CAM workflow improvements and post-processor development.
Aug 2025 - May 2026
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Mizzou Undergraduate Research Assistant
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Supported nanomanufacturing research of parylene-based optical waveguides through chemical vapor deposition onto silicon wafers.
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Partnered with professors, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers on fabrication, testing, and technical documentation.
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Completed chemical safety, cleanroom, ellipsometry, PDS 2010, and HR training within two weeks, quick learning was required.
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Assisted with research documentation, including an abstract, poster, and manuscript for conference presentation and publication.
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Presented research findings at a Missouri S&T conference to communicate project results and research progress.
[ 03 ] Education
Academics
Major
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
University of Columbia-Missouri
2023 — 2027
GPA: 3.65
Minor
Aerospace Engineering
University of Columbia-Missouri
2023 — 2027
GPA: 3.65
[ 04 ] technical skills
Skills
A collection of skills I've gathered over my time at different positions, which I use when dealing with engineering projects.
Design
- Project Design
- QCAD/CAM
- SolidWorks
- MATLAB
- CAD/CAM
Manufacturing
- FDM 3D Printers
- CNC Setup
- CNC Post-Processor
- Shop Floor Optimization
Research
- R&D
- Proper Laboratory Techniques
- Thin Film Deposition
- Nanomaterial Manufacturing
Technical Documentation
- Technical Writing
- Bid Estimating
- Material Takeoffs
- Conference Postering
[05] awards
Honors
2026 Engineering High Dean's List
College of Engineering Missouri-Columbia
Granted to high-achieving students with a yearly GPA of 3.5 to 4.0.
Missouri-colubmia curators scholar award
University of Missouri-Columbia
Awarded to students who achieved an SAT score of 28 or higher and a GPA of 3.75 or higher.
2025 Engineering High Dean's List
College of Engineering Missouri-Columbia
Granted to high-achieving students with a yearly GPA of 3.5 to 4.0.
2023 Engineering High Dean's List
College of Engineering Missouri-Columbia
Granted to high-achieving students with a yearly GPA of 3.5 to 4.0.
[06] reach out
Get in Touch
I'm always open to discussing projects. Please use the form to send me a message with any questions and I'll get back to you shortly.
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