Lachlan Tate
Beachlands,Auckland
Summary
A critical yet open mind and a diverse set of skills. Current 4th year student at The University of Auckland. Studying a conjoint BCom/BE degree majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Accounting.
Valuable time spent working in industry has enabled me to effectively begin transferring skills into the real working environment.
My strong passion for engineering design and working with others synergised with my recent experience at Skookum Technology Ltd, creating a consolidated and consistent set of standard parts for use in future design projects. My work helped to create consistency between procurement, directors and engineering design departments.
My aspirations for engineering design and development enable me as a driven and passionate worker.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Skookum Technology Ltd
Mangere, Auckland
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed and consolidated a standard library of CAD parts for use in future mechanical design projects
- Meeting with design engineers, directors and procurement
- Combining perspectives of each department to determine a suitable direction of development
- Parametric CAD models for consistent library of parts
- Use of SOLIDWORKS design tables
- Detailed, fully specified shop drawings
- Use of excel
Private Tutor
Self Employed
Beachlands, Auckland
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with parents to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
- Delivered successful Level 2 & 3 NCEA math tutoring for students based on current needs and upcoming course materials.
- Developed handouts.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
- Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Mason Mercer NZ Ltd
East Tamaki, Auckland
03.2022 - Current
- Autodesk Inventor to complete shop drawings and design proposals.
- CAD software to design and refine product concepts for manufacturability.
- Used hand and power tools to assemble products.
- Kept workstation organized and orderly, making sure production parts, tools, and documentation were properly stored and maintained.
Produce Assistant
Countdown
Beachlands, Auckland
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
- Greeted customers and offered to help locate produce items.
- Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
Sales/Admin Assistant
TyrePower
East Tamaki, Auckland
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Responded to inbound inquiries from customers, vendors and partners with courteous attitude.
- Sorted and distributed incoming invoices and emails for office distribution.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
- Received and recorded customer information.
Education
Conjoint BCom/BE - Mechanical Engineering & Accounting
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ11.2025
Level 2 & 3 NCEA Excellence Endorsement -
Howick College
Howick, NZ11.2020
Skills
- Perspective thinking
- Mechanism design and analysis
- CAD (SOLIDWORKS and Inventor Professional)
- Excel and data analysis
- Design communication
- Quality inspections
- Team building
- Leadership
Certification
- Full New Zealand drivers license
Hobbies & Interests
- Musical instruments: piano, guitar & ukulele
- Spending time with friends and family
- Attending the gym
- Playing tennis both socially and competitively
References
- Shon Van Tiel, 027 363 3447, Design Team Leader (Skookum Technology Ltd)
- Orly Berman Rotenburg, 022 431 4189, Parent of Tutee (Private Tutoring)
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Skookum Technology Ltd
11.2023 - 02.2024
Private Tutor
Self Employed
09.2022 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Mason Mercer NZ Ltd
03.2022 - Current
Produce Assistant
Countdown
09.2021 - 05.2023
Sales/Admin Assistant
TyrePower
12.2020 - 02.2021
Conjoint BCom/BE - Mechanical Engineering & Accounting
University of Auckland
Level 2 & 3 NCEA Excellence Endorsement -
Howick College
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