Andrew Huebner
Simpsonville
Summary
Senior Mechanical Engineering student with hands-on experience in applied research, project engineering, and data analysis. Skilled in dynamics and solid mechanics, with a practical background in construction layout and technical documentation. Proven ability to consistently work accurately in the field and in collaborative research settings.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Walker-White Plumbing HVAC
Columbia
01.2025 - Current
- Organized projects by delegating tasks to appropriate personnel and overseeing quality control duties.
- Analyzed customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data.
- Reviewed engineering documents such as design reports, building plans, and specifications.
- Engaged in team meetings to discuss project progress and share innovative ideas.
- Oversaw critical site layout by interpreting and applying architectural and engineering drawings to mark hundreds of sleeve and stub-up placements across multiple floors, ensuring dimensional accuracy down to 1/16" using both robotic layout equipment and physical measurements.
- Managed daily Pre-Task-Plans and end-of-day reports, ensuring site safety compliance, clear communication with the general contractor, and accurate project documentation.
Line Chef
Terra
Columbia
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Thrived in a fast-paced and stress-filled environment, working interchangeably with a 7-person team to deliver high-quality meals in a time-efficient manner.
- Developed efficiency, communication skills, and attention to detail in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Excel data modeling
- Python and MatLab modeling and programming
- Solid Mechanics (stress/strain analysis, buckling, fatigue)
- Dynamics (kinematics/kinetics, vibration analysis, stability)
- Project Engineering/Management
- Team collaboration
- Instrumentation and data acquisition
Research Experience
- Integrated pressure sensors into a thermal loop for a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) system to collect experimental data for analysis.
- Contributed to modeling of the SMR thermal loop in Simulink to improve accuracy of outcome predictions
Industry-Sponsored Design Project - University of South Carolina
- Collaborating with Nucor and UofSC to design and produce a remotely operated device to improve safety and efficiency in the factory
- Focused on developing a button-controlled vertical positioning system to eliminate the lifting force required, while maintaining precision and usability.
- Currently in early research and development
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Walker-White Plumbing HVAC
01.2025 - Current
Line Chef
Terra
08.2024 - 01.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Carolina