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Sample Resume: Mechanical Engineer

By Laura Schneider
Updated February 16, 2019

Here is a sample resume of a mechanical engineer. it is well organized and highlights the accomplishments of this individual's career. Use this sample resume as a guide for writing your resume.

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Mechanical Engineer Sample Resume

Phil Applicant
123 Main Street
Anytown, New York 12345
(555) 555-5555
phil.applicant@email.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Seeking a full-time permanent position in mechanical engineering with emphasis on product development, electronic packaging, and manufacturing.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

  • 11 years of experience in product development of consumer electronics and hand-held devices.
  • Experienced in conceptualizing and refining designs for accessories for Apple iPod.
  • Experienced in generating industrial design concepts for Vidikron DiLA video projector.
  • Experienced in engineering Nike, Timex, Acqua, Adidas, and Freestyle projects to completion
  • Experienced in engineering miniaturized mechanical projects from concept to prototypes.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NATIONAL ELECTRONICS AND WATCH COMPANY, Mountain View, CA
Mechanical Design Engineer, July 2015-Present
Specializing in designing parts for plastic injection molding with extensive knowledge of sheeting metal processing and metal casting.

  • Mechanical design of optical devices.
  • Creating 3D and 2D drawings for prototypes and manufacturing.
  • Manage local and overseas manufacturers, suppliers, and mold makers.

XYZ PRODUCT DESIGN COMPANY, Palo Alto, CA
Product Design Engineer, June 2010-July 2015
Creating mechanical designs of medical and communication devices.

  • Worked with local and overseas manufacturers, suppliers, prototype makers, and mold makers. 
  • Managed local and overseas manufacturers, suppliers, and mold makers.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME); (2010) GPA 3.6
San Jose State University, San Jose, California
G.C.S.E. in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English, and Chinese; (2007)
Davis College, Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom