Carl Otten
Mechanical Engineering Student
Phone: 651-302-6196
Email: cotten@andrew.cmu.edu
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/carlotten
ABOUT ME
Hello, my name is Carl Otten. I am a senior studying mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. I am passionate about design and bettering the human experience through technological and social innovation. I embrace challenges and strive to make things work by first understanding their nuances.
MY SKILLS & EXPERTISE
I have a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and am proficient in various design software, including SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, and multiple coding languages. I am also skilled in project management and team collaboration, and I have experience working on interdisciplinary projects that require effective communication and coordination.
Leadership roles I have embraced during my time as an undergraduate include:
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Founder and President of Debate at Iowa State University
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Treasurer of CMU Debate at Carnegie Mellon University
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Challenge Coin Competition Team Lead at Lockheed Martin
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Creator of Informative Discussion Series in partnership with Dietrich College at Carnegie Mellon University
Beyond the roles I explicitly hold, I make an effort to take on additional responsibilities to help guide my teams in course projects.
EDUCATION
Carnegie Mellon University – Pittsburgh, PA August 2022 - May 2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering | Dean’s List | GPA: 3.98/4.0
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Treasurer of CMU Debate, Member of CM Racing, Tau Beta Pi (ΤΒΠ), and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
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Creator of SPEAK (Students Prioritizing Effective Argumentation and Knowledge), an informative discussion series surrounding controversial topics supported and funded by Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Iowa State University – Ames, IA August 2021 - May 2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering | First-Year Honors Program | GPA: 4.0/4.0
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Founder and President of Debate Club
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lockheed Martin – King of Prussia, PA May 2023 - Present
Mechanical Engineering Intern
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Collaboratively led efforts to validate theoretical torque values for a new hardware component, helping to guide the design of test fixtures and data collection requirements
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Conducted a design trade study to explore new alternatives to heritage designs, increasing the potential for system reliability
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Constructed and released 6 CAD models, advancing progress toward testing and production deadlines
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Developed a presentation for drawing release and best practices for program-wide usage, providing engineers of all stages with an essential tool for reducing time spent on everyday tasks
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Revised vital quality verification of 300+ production parts through technical document analysis, saving the company months of lead time and sufficient cost
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Led the documentation and organization of equipment and fixtures (Over 400 items) for a newly developed lab space, allowing for a quick transition from setup to work
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Traveled to LM Space headquarters in Colorado to coordinate with the engineering team regarding upcoming tests and emerging program tasks
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Presented to current VP regarding accomplishments, impacts, and lessons learned during my internship
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Led a team of 8 interns in a company-wide challenge coin design competition
Vision Woodworking – Fridley, MN May 2022 - August 2022
Logistics Coordinator
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Assisted in the fabrication, quality verification, and shipment of custom products with an emphasis on reducing waste
ISU Energetic Materials Lab – Ames, IA January 2022 - May 2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
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Collaborated with graduate and undergraduate students in designing and conducting two experiments to validate the effects of microwaves on existing energetic materials through the operation of spectroscopic and optical equipment
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Guided the determination of experimental parameters, leading to findings of up to 100% faster energetic material burn rates
MY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Carnegie Mellon University Dean's List - Spring 2024
- Carnegie Mellon University Dean's List - Fall 2023
- Carnegie Mellon University Dean's List - Spring 2023
- 24-262 Mechanics II: 3D Design Project Champion - Spring 2023
- Carnegie Mellon University Dean's List - Fall 2022
- Iowa State University Dean's List - Spring 2022
- Iowa State University Dean's List - Fall 2021
- Northern Star Mustang Club Scholarship Recipient - 2021
- Distinguished Board Scholar Graduate - 2021