Kelsey Rayborn

813 S. Adams Street Moscow, Idaho 83843

rayb2334@vandals.uidaho.edu
(208) 406-4052
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Mathematics
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
GPA: 3.65
Course Highlights
Thermal Energy Systems
Fatigue & Fracture Mechanics

Applied Thermodynamics
CAD Methods

May 2015

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Machine Component Design

Projects
Tensegrity Internal Actuation Capstone Design Project, University of Idaho, Fall 2014 - Spring 2015
Designed and tested an actuated payload system for use inside NASAs SuperBall Tensegrity robot
Collaborated with team members to modify and iterate designs of payload system
Executed trial and error techniques to effectively calibrate the payload system
Organized design progress in team portfolio in concise and complete manner
Presented final design and perspective improvements at the University of Idahos Engineering Expo
Heated Driveway Design Thermal Energy Systems Design Project, University of Idaho, Fall 2014
Designed and analyzed a heating system used to keep large driveway free of snow in winter
Used heat transfer and hydraulic knowledge to create an efficient system resembling a large heat
exchanger
Worked in a team to competently and quickly present a well-designed structure according to required
specifications
Performed an estimated cost analysis of all initial and future costs of system
Presented all work in poster session to an audience of faculty and peers
Work Experience
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Process Engineering Intern, 2013 - Present
Tested and qualified new materials, processes, and equipment to support the manufacture of
finished products
Designed and performed experiments to gather data pertinent to qualification
Gained knowledge concerning the manufacture of electronic devices and components
Documented test plans and results in report form for later reference within the company
Maintained manufacturing equipment to previously set standards
Provided technical support to assemblers
JC Penney, Replenishment Associate, Summer 2012
Organized and replenished stock while collaborating with co-workers to efficiently perform tasks
Computer Skills
Proficient in: Solidworks, Microsoft Office Programs, Engineering Equation Solver
Knowledgeable in: Matlab, TK Solver, c++
Familiar with: Minitab
Honors and Accomplishments
Member, Tau Beta Pi
Deans List 4 Semesters

2013 - Present
Fall 2011 - Fall 2014