Cole Schneider
Victoria,British Columbia
Summary
Third year University of Victoria Mechanical Engineering student. Comfortable in industrial settings with background in both construction and quality assurance. Strong grounding in time management, excellent communication skills, and detail oriented. Available for four month co-op starting in May 2025.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
BC Hydro
Fort St. John, BC
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Participated in inspections with contractors on various mechanical systems relating to the installation of turbine and generator components
- Consulted engineering documents such as drawings, test plans and specifications to ensure inspection accuracy
- Engaged in technical discussions with contractors to verify installation conformity with contract documents
- Was exposed to practical applications of machining tolerances and measuring them in the field
- Conducted multiple morning safety meetings with the focus on tasks of the day, as well as overarching goals for the team
Education
Mechanical Engineering Undergrad - Engineering
University of Victoria
Victoria, BCEngineering Transfer Program - Engineering
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BCSkills
- LOTO
- Confined Space
- Fall Protection
- First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Power Machine Tools
- SolidWorks
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
References
Matt Thompson | Former Engineering Team Lead | BC Hydro | (250)-793-0475
Evan Dollovoet | Current Engineering Team Lead | BC Hydro | (250)-263-2362
Doug Hanghofer | Service Manager | Bannister Chevrolet Cadillac Kamloops | (250)-319-9304
Seamus Connolly | Shop Instructor | Westsyde Secondary School | (250)-819-2493
PROJECTS
Performed Engine Swap
Westsyde Secondary School | Kamloops, BC | March 2021 - June 2021
- Organized tasks into independent sections for focused assessment and research
- Secured shop access through effective networking with a former mentor
- Identified potential challenges in advance and developed contingency plans accordingly
- Executed motor removal with meticulous organization, bagging, labeling, and storing all components
- Completed motor installation by systematically reversing the removal process
Constructed Acoustic Guitar
Westsyde Secondary School | Kamloops, BC | October 2020 - February 2021
- Developed and delivered a capstone presentation on the process of building a guitar
- Included guitar blueprints, preparation procedures, and project motivations in the presentation
- Prioritized fabrication of complex components to meet project deadlines
- Encountered many errors; consulted luthier Mike Miltimore (Riversong Guitars Owner) for technical and theoretical assistance
- Components were evaluated after fabrication to ensure compliance with blueprints
- Assembly of components was carried out in a methodical precise fashion
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
BC Hydro
09.2023 - 04.2024
Mechanical Engineering Undergrad - Engineering
University of Victoria
Engineering Transfer Program - Engineering
Thompson Rivers University
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