JOEL

GREGORY PHILLIPS

(317) 605-2125 50 N Illinois St.

joelgphillips@gmail.com Indianapolis, IN 46204
Portfolio: joelgphillips.weebly.com

EDUCATION

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN Class of 2017

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering with a concentration in Visual Design Engineering Studies
Minor in Product Lifecycle Management

Relevant Coursework: Cognitive Engineering, Constraint-Based Modeling, Design Drawing, Global Engineering, Graphical
Communication, Mechanics, 3D Modeling, CAD Prototyping, Engineering Practice in Community Service, Fine Arts
Technical Skills: Creo Parametric, CATIA, NX 9, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, iMovie

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

International Paper | Structural Packaging Design Associate | Indianapolis, IN Oct. 2017-Present

• Tackle design requests using Arden Impact 2D & 3D CAD software to deliver unique, custom customer requests
• Networked an understanding of packaging industry through training in Sales, Graphics, CAD, and Plant/Customer Visits

Purdue University Research Foundation UPRISE | Undergraduate Research Assistant | Engineering Education 2015-2017
• Tested and studied toys, games, puzzles, and applications for Purdue’s Engineering Gift Guide
• Incorporated research findings and reviews into easy-to-understand and aesthetically pleasing format
• Developed IRB application for Imagination Playground research study
• Coded feedback into quantifiable measures for Engineering Feedback research study

Nexxt Spine | Design Engineer Intern | Noblesville, IN

2013-2015
• Updated FDA required material using SolidWorks renderings to comply with FDA regulatory standards
• Customized sales team’s display case providing customers simple visuals and demonstrations of part options
• Managed inventory, lot traceability, and CAD drawing files for manufacturing operations for implants and instruments
• Researched and developed (1) in-house procedures for titanium rod bending and (2) sandblasted and epoxy part
distinguishers saving the company thousands of dollars a year

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

• Five month Working Holiday in Christchurch, New Zealand, People to People Europe Student Ambassador Program,
Deeper Africa Tanzania Trip, PACE Design Contest Winner, Habitat for Humanity Volunteer, Multiple national mission
trips, Boiler Gold Rush Team Leader

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS) | Design Lead, Commercialization Officer | Purdue University 2015-2016
• Lead the design process of the Magnifier project through CAD, 3D Printing, Prototype, and Production
• Evaluated user needs to develop mechanical device and application prototypes for ISBVI students
• Worked with the Purdue Foundry to initialize patent, manufacturability, and marketability procedures
• Oversaw early prototyping stages, CAD modeling, and 3D printing processes for Medbox project

Purdue ENACTUS Young Entrepreneur’s Program | Project Manager | Purdue University 2014-2016
• Supervised the creation of business plan curriculum engaging Young Entrepreneur students in local business
• Mentored Young Entrepreneur students through research and development of six individual products