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Name: Daniel Bass
Address: Unit 6/13A Addison Road, Black Forest, 5035
Phone: 0468 916 386
Email: daniel.bass@me.com
PROFILE
I am a hard-working and high performing Engineering candidate, with a strong academic background, outstanding work
ethic and ability to perform well under pressure to produce work of a high standard. My engineering coursework and work
placements have given me the opportunity to develop practical experience with CAD modelling, simulations, prototyping,
engineering designs and drawings. I have also worked providing irrigation support on a casual basis since 2010.I
understand the importance of time management and prioritising effectively to meet required deadlines. A strong team
player, I work collaboratively with others to optimise results. I am seeking a Graduate Engineering role, which will allow
me to build on my sound technical knowledge and give me the opportunity to make a valuablecontribution to the success
of my employer.
KEY STRENGTHS
 Solid academic background in mechanical engineering.
 Demonstrated technical knowledge of irrigation through provision of technical supportand installations.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ableto communicate with people at different levels.
 Ability to work autonomously and works well as part of a team.
 Practical,hands on approach,hardworkingand goal oriented.
 Excellent analysisskills,ableto identify, and resolveproblems effectively.
 Self-motivated, adaptable,energetic, and solution orientated.
 Thrive on challenges and can perform well under pressure.
 Demonstrated ability to prioritiseeffectively and produce work to a high standard.
EDUCATION
2012 – 2015 Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
deferred studies until 2012 to fulfil obligations as Rookie in AFL.
2005 – 2009 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering and Technology (University of Denver, USA)
(continued studies at Flinders University)
DEGREE COURSES
Professional skills for engineers Engineering design Engineering materials
Mechanical and electrical fundamentals Mechanical practicecertificate Mechanics and structures
Fluid mechanics Dynamics and mechanical design Thermodynamics and energy systems
Computer programming Engineering Programming Digital electronics
Biomechanics Solid mechanics
Sensors and actuators Signals and systems
Mechanics of machines Engineering practicum
Control systems Advanced mechanical design
Project Management for engineering and science

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Thesis topic: Replication of knee joint using state of the art 6 degrees of freedom hexapod robot to test interior cruciate
ligament loading.
ENGINEERING AND IT SKILLS
 AutoCAD
 Solidworks
 AutoDesk Inventor
 Web development and network technologies such as HTML, FTP, WYSIWYG, server hosting
 Programming languages including Java,C,and C++
 Adobe Suite Software CS6 such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator
 General technical supportand maintenance for both Apple and PC computers
 Capableof producing/designing a productto user specifications, using thesoftware listed above or other
software specified by the employer
MEMBERSHIP
Member of Australian Engineering Society of Mechanical Engineers.
ACHIEVEMENTS
 6.15 out of 7 Grade Point Average (GPA) - Distinction average- in Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
 Sports Scholarship fromSANFL – South AdelaideFootball Club
 3.63 out of 4 GPA in Mechanical Engineering & Technology (US)
 International Sporting Scholarship holder (2005-2009)
 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference All Academic Honour Roll (2006,2007)
 Metro State Athletic Director’s Academic Honour Roll
CAREER SUMMARY
Mar 2015 – Sep 2015 Redarc Electronics Australia Graduate Mechanical Engineer
Sep 2013 – Feb 2014 BESTEC Undergrad Mechanical Engineer (Intern)
2010 – Current McLaren Vale Irrigation Irrigation Support
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Mar 2015 – Sep 2015 Redarc Electronics Australia
Graduate Mechanical Engineer
Responsibilities:
 Day to day production and manufacturing maintenance and support.
 Manufacturing process improvements:
 3D CAD modelling,simulations,prototyping,engineering designs and drawings.
 Using 3D printed parts and laser cutting to create production tools,new product prototypes and testing
equipment.
 Designing jigs and fixtures for equipment and producttesting.
 Understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes for product and production improvement.

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Sep 2013 – Feb 2014 BESTEC
Undergrad Mechanical Engineer
Responsibilities:
 Worked with the mechanical services team, assisting with energy calculations and design of air-conditioning systems,
including theNew Royal AdelaideHospital,AdelaideConvention Centre, Pulteney Grammar and Mt Barker Age Care
Centre.
 Heat load calculations using engineering software.
 Fan statics calculations of air-conditioning systems.
 Working collaboratively with other engineers.
2010 – Current McLaren Vale Irrigation
Irrigation Support
Responsibilities:
 Equipment delivery and installations.
 Perform tasks with minimal supervision.
 Designed and builtcompany website.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
2012 Sony Music Australia MerchandiseRepresentative
2010 – 2011 Port Power Community Youth Program Mentor
2005 – 2009 Start Smart Basketball Camps,Denver Coach/Teacher (Basketball)
2004 – 2008 Connecting Point Software IT Assistant/Demonstrator
REFEREES
Greg Johns
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Redarc
(08) 8322 4848
gjohns@redarc.com.au
Brian Pridham
Manager
McLaren Vale Irrigation
0410 553 756
brianp@mvirrigation.com.au
Dr John Costi
Senior Lecturer & Biomechanics Research
Flinders University
(08) 8201 3323
john.costi@flinders.edu.au