KELLI A.

LYNCH
LYNCH.KELLI@HUSKY.NEU.EDU (970) 286-9940 RESUME LINK: HTTPS://GOO.GL/KXC06U
EDUCATION
Boston, MA
Northeastern University - GPA: 3.918/4.0
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Biology

Swinburne University of Technology GPA: 4.0/4.0

Mechanical Engineering

Expected April 2017

Melbourne, AUS
August 2014 November 2014

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Altitude Inc.

Somerville, MA
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
January 2015 Present
Facilitated development of a new-to-world kitchen appliance using an agile build and test methodology. Planned and
executed demonstrations for client. Fast paced project with many design constraints requiring creative solutions.
Designed new architecture for a kitchen appliance aimed at improving use and cleanability. Required extensive patent
research and submission of a provisional patent. Assisted with product testing, prototyping, and part design.
Utilized SolidWorks master modeling to integrate new components into product.
Determine design specification for sourcing components including motors, seals, 3D printed parts, and machined parts.
Managed implementation of new 3D printing capability: set-up, debugging/maintenance, training entire company on use.
Gathered performance requirements for design and construction of testing fixtures and prototypes in the shop.
Applied new material technology to consumer goods: identify use scenarios, design product, sewing construction. Brought
new material to real world application. Worked through chemical tuning and engineering mechanics. Regular client contact.

Fikst Product Development

Woburn, MA
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
January 2014 June 2014
Member of biomedical device design team. Conducted tests to identify source of failure (microfluidic bubble generation).
Advocated for major design changes based on testing. Participated in design brainstorm, SolidWorks CAD, and prototyping.
Identified design metrics. Built test fixtures and developed testing protocols for optimizing prototype concepts and designs.
Contacted clients and took minutes at weekly client meetings. Responsible for compiling test data for presentations.
Operated equipment for prototyping: 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machine, table saw, band saw, and drills.

Water Purification Research

Fort Collins, CO; Boston, MA; Santa Cruz, Bolivia

SIRF Award Winner and Independent Science Fair Project Developer
October 2008 July 2014
In high school, worked independently in a microbiology lab; invented, built, and tested four iterations of an ultraviolet water
purifier for use in developing countries and during natural disasters.
o Awards in Microbiology and Engineering at four international science competitions between 2009-2012.
Awarded $8000 Scholars Independent Research Fellowship for traveling to Bolivia for purifier testing. Interviewed locals and
sampled water from rural communities. Managed lab processing: results proved the purifier eliminated >90% of bacteria.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Northeastern University

Boston, MA
Resident Assistant on the Residential Life Team
January 2015 Present
Administrative: Serve as RA on duty (assist students, inspect building, ensure residents comply with building policies, and
handle any situations that arise in the building). Attend weekly staff meetings, write weekly reports, and hold office hours.
Community Building: Plan, advertise, and run educational programs. Assist with personal issues and roommate conflicts.

Biomedical Engineering Society, Northeastern University Student Chapter

Boston, MA
Vice President of External Affairs
August 2012 Present
National BMES member; organize BMES Career Series event with 10+ companies represented (Fall 13, Spring 14, Fall 15)

Civic Engagement Science Fair Program

Boston, MA
Founder and Leader of Northeasterns Program at John D. OBryant School of Mathematics and Science
July 2013 Present
Initiated a partnership with local high school to develop new science fair program. Responsible for Northeastern students
serving as mentors and tutors. Organized and led trip of five students to the 2015 Intel International Science and
Engineering Fair in Pittsburgh. Helped run an educational outreach program for elementary through high school students.

INTERESTS
Traveling; event planning; engineering mentoring; public speaking; dancing; soccer; skiing; flying