
 
Gregory T. Jones 
1234 Oak Avenue 
Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101 
(270) 555-1234 
gregory.jones154@topper.wku.edu 
 
OBJECTIVE:  To obtain an entry-level position as a Mechanical Engineer with ABC Technologies, allowing 
me to utilize my education and internship experience while gaining valuable work 
experience in a team oriented environment.   
 
EDUCATION:  Western Kentucky University – Bowling Green, Kentucky        Anticipated May 2012 
  Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Minor: Mathematics       
  GPA: 3.2 
 
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 
  Skilled in Solid Works, Math CAD, Matlab, MS Office, PLC programming and machining 
  Knowledgeable in Mechanical Engineering Sciences: Fluid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, 
Dynamic Systems Analysis, Vibratory Motion, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 
  Fast learner and independent with strong leadership and critical thinking skills
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 
Lord Corporation – Bowling Green, Kentucky            Summer 2011 
Intern                     
  Created manufacturing standards that were adopted throughout the production facility 
  Aided in facility energy analysis 
  Designed fixtures to improve rubber flash material 
  Teamed with engineering department to test design of materials; documented findings 
 
Bowling Green Motorsports – Bowling Green, Kentucky                                             April 2009-June 2011 
Team Leader/Laborer               
  Provided maintenance and preparation of all racecars 
  Served as tire specialist and recorded all scale data 
  Worked in a team of 10+ crew members to prepare sheet metal work on all racecars and overall 
upkeep of all radios used by each team member 
                        
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE: 
ABC Hardware – Bowling Green, Kentucky  Customer Service Associate   May 2007-April 2009   
                
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: 
  American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2009-Present 
  Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 2010-Present 
 
References Available Upon Request 
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