Steven Terrana

StevenTerrana@gmail.com | 570.730.3009
Portfolio: www.StevenTerrana.com
Summary
Mechanical Engineering student with a minor in Biomedical Engineering and a strong background in software
development. Pursuing a technically challenging career where my experience with embedded software design,
graphical user interface development, and algorithm implementation in languages such as C++, Java, Arduino, and
MATLAB can be utilized in a software development position beginning January 2016.
Education
University of Pittsburgh, Swanson School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Major GPA: 3.23
Minor: Biomedical Engineering
Cumulative GPA: 3.09
Relevant Coursework
Finite Element Analysis
Engineering Computing

Intermediate Programming in Java

Calculus and Differential Equations

Pittsburgh, PA
December 2015

Dynamic Systems
Applied Statistics

Technical Skills
Computer Programming C++, Java, MATLAB, Arduino
Experienced in graphical user interface development, data visualization and interpretation, algorithm
implementation, and object-oriented design. Proficient in C++, Java, MATLAB, and Arduino. Exposed to
Assembly, Python, and HTML.
Embedded Software Design
Practiced designing software that must perform efficiently while interacting with the environment through the
instruction of VEX robotics and through the creation of a mechatronic version of Connect 4.
Computer-Aided Design in SolidWorks
Special Projects
Applied Statistical Analysis of Ten-Pin Bowling
February 2013 - Present
Developed an application for quantifying and visualizing a bowlers improvement through a sophisticated
graphical user interface in MATLAB. This application underwent a full software development life cycle.
Zot Ball Detect Alignment Tool
December 2014
Improved efficiency by over 800% after designing and manufacturing a tool to be utilized in a local business.
Product was featured on the Makerbot website as an innovative use of the companys product.
Product Realization
January 2015 April 2015
Contributed to an interdisciplinary team of engineering students that created a 10-year plan for the
development of EV charging infrastructure integrated with solar power. Awarded the Spring 2015 Best in
Product Realization and Most Sustainable at the Swanson School of Engineering Design Exposition.
Senior Design Project Eaton Power Systems Experience Center
September 2015 Present
Designing electromechanical educational development tools that analogously demonstrate electrical concepts
and principles using mechanical systems to both children and business executives.
Work Experience
iD Tech Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
Robotics/C++ Instructor
May 2014 August 2014 & May 2015 August 2015
Mentored 100+ student projects in C++ and robotics.
Generated C++ lesson plans that were utilized at multiple iD Tech camps across the country.
Emphasized best programming practices while instilling values like style and code generality.
Incorporated feedback from campers and parents weekly to continuously improve performance.
Forward Lanes
Pittsburgh, PA
Cashier and Pin Chaser
February 2013 Present
Updated an outdated process by creating an Excel spreadsheet track cashier transactions.
Prioritized multiple tasks while operating the front desk and maintaining the Pin Setter machines.