JESSICA B.

ZHAAN
8421 Silver Star Court, Unit 13C Toledo, Ohio 43602
zhaanmse@myisp.com (419) 555-2123

MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Highly analytical, performance-driven engineering professional with 10+ years
experience creating innovative, cost-efficient designs.
Solid expertise in applied research, new content development, simulation, and
validation.
Broad knowledge in the alternative fuels industry, including repeated success
developing prototypes that improve marketability for previously unfeasible
technologies.
Superior problem-solving and time-management abilities; adept at identifying the
root cause of issues and implementing creative, targeted solutions.
Team spirited with effective communication and presentation skills, able to
coordinate with management, vendors, and staff to achieve goals.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Software: Autodesk, AutoCAD, Mathcad, LabVIEW, Rhino, MATLAB,
Mathematica, SolidWorks, MS Project, MS Office Suite (Word,
Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Research & Project / Quantification Planning, Finite Element Analysis (FEA),
Design: ISO & Safety Compliance, On- and Off-line Test Development,
Statistical / Process Analysis, Design & Validation, Manufacturing
Specifications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FRACZAL, INC. Toledo, Ohio
Mechanical Design Engineer, 3/2011 Present
Collaborate with product developers and engineers to develop and operationalize state-of-
the-art alternative power plant concepts for automotive applications.
Research and review existing technologies based upon target markets; apply design
analysis, FEA process, and non-linear engineering concepts to create plans. Coordinate
with suppliers / vendors and internal engineering resources to obtain prototype parts and
equipment; define functional, dimensional, and visual requirements for components.
Evaluate and demonstrate manufacturing feasibility and technical justification for design
approach; conduct design validation. Maintain comprehensive documentation of complex
design activities.
Doubled life of liquid hydrogen in vehicle-mounted tanks in collaboration with
Chemical Engineers during design of hydrogen re-uptake and sublimation
reclamation system.

Continued
 Conceived, designed, and prototyped a light-weight infinitely variable
transmission (IVT) for use with hydrogen fuel cell engines, resulting in 6%
improvement in fuel efficiency.
Played integral role in patent-pending electric motorcycle concept combining
miniaturized IVT with regenerative braking.
Developed low-weight, low-friction piston assembly for air-pressure vehicle (air
car), increasing top speed of prototype by 11% with no decrease in range.

GAD TRANSMISSIONS Detroit, Michigan

Mechanical Engineer, 8/2008 3/2011
Researched and designed new auxiliary equipment to ensure ongoing industry
advantage for a CVT / IVT transmission manufacturer.
Developed new tooling concepts and techniques to maximize production effectiveness.
Conducted build-versus-buy analysis for new equipment. Teamed with senior engineers
to prototype equipment; conducted project / qualification planning for each prototype.
Assisted with design documentation utilizing detailed technical drawings and engineering
specifications.
Enabled 11% increase in output across three lines by designing, prototyping,
testing, and rolling out faster robot-arm assembly.
Contributed to development of new belting system for flagship CVT product,
leading to 3% friction decrease during high-RPM operations.

ELANTRO TOOL AND DIE Lincoln Park, Michigan

Jr. Mechanical Engineer, 4/2006 7/2008
Integral to design of new and upgraded equipment for a leading supplier of automotive
dies for General Motors.
Analyzed equipment performance and identified inefficiencies. Interfaced with production
managers, engineers, and project managers in designing, prototyping, and testing new
equipment. Composed technical specifications and design drawings.
Offered major contributions to three-year line overhaul plan, submitting multiple
schematics for peer review and validation; concept accepted and integrated into
final rollout.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE), Mechanical Engineering, 2005
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Ann Arbor, Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), 2004
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY East Lansing, Michigan
Professional Development:
~ Advanced Design in Fluid Mechanics
~ Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics: Application of New Materials
~ Alternative Fuel Vehicles: Concept to Reality
~ Reducing Mechanical Vibration: A Materials Approach
Member: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)