KIAH LESHER

137 N 74 St | Seattle, WA 98103 | 206.853.0865 | Kiah.lesher@gmail.com

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OBJECTIVE: To gain valuable engineering experience within a professional and innovative setting. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Works well independently and cohesively with diverse groups of people. Self disciplined and motivated. Excellent analytical skills. Rapidly acquires knowledge and applies new concepts. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Proficient technical and computer skills including ProE, SolidWorks, ANSYS, e-Central (Doc. Control), and Microsoft Package.

EDUCATION: University of Washington, Seattle Campus

Mechanical Engineering (Expected Graduation June 2014) GPA 3.5

RELATED COURSE WORK:

Engineering Design Computer Science: Matlab & Java System Dynamic Analyses & Design Manufacturing Processes & Machine Design Analyses Composite Materials 3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping Introduction to Manufacturing Systems (Lean Mfg.) Mechanics of Materials

WORK EXPERIENCE: UW Formula SAE Team 25

Designed the differential mount system for T25s combustion car. Iterated design, analyzed load cases, failure modes and dynamic/static environment using SolidWorks, Project Data Management software and ANSYS. Integrated differential mount system with other combustion car systems. Manufactured the differential mounts to specifications using precision machining.

Physio-Control, Redmond, WA R&D, Mechanical Engineering Intern | June-August 2013

Researched vibration test methodologies and measurement systems. Designed, prototyped and manufactured vibration test fixture. Implemented vibration measurement system. Developed and executed test protocol. Analyzed vibration test results and made recommendations for future testing and design modifications.

Operations, Industrial Engineering Intern | June-August 2012

Used gathered data to generate current state value stream map depicting overall life cycle of customer orders. Through the use of lean tools developed future state map to include process improvements and forecasted future outcomes. Identified and initiated process improvements that calculated a decrease in waste amounting to reduced lead-time and cost. Presented to senior level executives.

Gorgeous Georges Mediterranean Restaurant Manager | Seattle, WA | August 2008-September 2012

Demonstrated project leadership skills, interpersonal skills and customer service in various settings. Implemented and initiated improvement projects to increase efficiency and performance.

VOLUNTEERING AND ACTIVITIES: PR Director of Engineers without Borders UW Student Chapter (EWB-UWS) | 2012-Present
Project leader of current EWB-UWS programs, Designing cookstoves for the developing world.

ACHIEVEMENTS: University of Washingtons Deans List: freshman, sophomore, junior and senior year.