1. Brandon Janca
Phone: (714) 421 – 0361 E-Mail: BJanca29@yahoo.com
Education
Northern Arizona University 08/2011 - 05/2015
Flagstaff, AZ
n BSE in Mechanical Engineering
Relevant Experiences
SAE Baja - Drivetrain
EGR 476/486C: Engineering Capstone Design 8/2014 – 5/2015
n Designed a baja vehicle capable of competing in an international collegiate competition
n Adhered to rules and requirements governed by SAE International
n Used simulation software such as Solidworks and ANSYS to design and predict failures
n Manufactured and assembled a physical baja vehicle prototype
Microbial Digester
EGR 386: Engineering Methods 1/2014 – 5/2014
n Designed a device that uses microbes sustained at 90-100 Fahrenheit to convert compost
into methane gas
n Utilized each interdisciplinary major within the group, conveyed ideas effectively using
written, visual and oral communication
n Created an affordable and an effective Digester for residential use in Flagstaff
Skills
n Proficient in Finite Element Methods, Vibrational Analysis, and Manufacturing Processes
n Competent using software, such as ANSYS, MathCad, Matlab, Solidworks, Microsoft excel,
LabView and word processors
n Hands on experience using CAMWorks software for CNC machining and automation
Associations/Clubs
Member of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 2/2014 - Present
n Secretarial Officer for the Northern Arizona University SAE chapter
n Recorded minutes in meetings and communicated information in a professional manner
n Attended weekly Officer meetings to discuss and develop activities for underclassmen
Member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity 12/2011 -Present
n Attended weekly formal meetings to discuss business and policies
n Served as Executive Interfraternity Council Representative Chair 8/2014 - 1/2015
n Served as Philanthropy chair for over 80 members 1/2013 – 5/2013
Cumulative GPA: 3.1
Major GPA: 3.24
Deans List Spring 2015