Carter Tollefsoncartertollefson24@gmail.com

1753 Hague AvenueSt. Paul, MN 55104(Cell) 507-461-3639

OBJECTIVE To obtain an engineering position that will allow me to use the knowledge and skills gained from my past work experience

and undergraduate studies to help a company succeed in any way I can.

EDUCATION Senior at University of St. Thomas Graduation: May 2016Pursuing B.S. in Mechanical EngineeringABET – Accredited GPA: 3.90

COURSES Completed: First three and a half years of core Mechanical Engineering curriculum, including: Senior Design,

Thermodynamics, Manufacturing Processes, and Heat Transfer.

INTERNSHIP Engineering Internship – Lou-Rich, Inc. May 2015 – August 2015 Implemented lean manufacturing techniques and tools to reduce

waste. Directed and managed own project. Communicated with employees and companies to find solutions.

SENIOR DESIGN Senior Design – Polaris Industries September 2015 - Present Worked with Polaris to create new device for Ranger, RZR, and

Ace vehicles. Communicated with companies and teammates to organize and

complete tasks. Performed analysis and testing to ensure functionality of device.

TECHNICAL SolidWorks, ANSYS, Lean Manufacturing Tools and Terminology, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint,

Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Visio. Worked directly on manufacturing floor identifying sources of waste and timing processes.

ACTIVITIES / OTHER UST Athletic Center, Desk Attendant February 2013 – Present Solve customer problems and answer questions Work as a team to solve patrons’ problems Organize and clean workout equipment

UST Intramurals September 2012 - Present Football, Basketball, and Softball