Bioengineering

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Kayla I.  Knight

Kknight@fairfield.edu

Fairfield University                                                                                                   Fairfield, CT

Bachelor of Science: Bioengineering                                                                                May 2021 Minor: Health Studies

Overall GPA: 3.2        Bioengineering GPA: 3.5

Course Highlights: Biomechanics, Biomedical Instrumentation, Materials Science, Mathematical Analysis

Medtronic                                                                                                            North Haven, CT

Manufacturing Engineering Intern                                                                      May 2019-Present

• Gather and analyze data utilizing Excel spreadsheets to aid process/equipment improvement     initiatives
• Assist in Root Cause Analyses to identify and correct manufacturing non-conformances
• Compile data for analysis to determine causes for machine downtime and adjust functioning process
• Create process flow maps to document the traceability of product throughout the manufacturing process

Fairfield University Engineering Student Society (ESS)                                      Fairfield, CT

Vice President                                                                                               Fall 2019-Spring 2020

•   Elected by full membership of 25 members to serve as Vice President for the 2020 academic year

•   Facilitate membership meetings to evaluate potential events and projects for the year

•   Monitor a budget of $2,000 and determine funding allocations for student group projects

•   Communicate ESS calendar and meeting minutes to Engineering students monthly

  Fairfield University                                                                                                   Fairfield, CT

  Walk on Water Model Class Design Project                                                                     Fall 2018

• Worked with a team of four students to develop a flotation device to walk across water
• Developed a model blueprint detailing flotation materials for construction and design
• Built and tested model utilizing functional test processes to ensure proper operations
• Awarded second place standing at the end of semester competition

Rolling Hills Country Club                                                                                 Springfield, MA Lifeguard                                                                                                                Summer 2018

 •    Supervised 5-50 patrons swimming and monitored individual’s safety

 •    Provided first aid to patrons when needed

 •    Handled general maintenance of pool area and conducted chemical testing of pool water

School of Engineering Advisory Committee Member

Intermediate Knowledge of Spanish

Red Cross-Certified Lifeguard, CPR