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Andrew Hein

Arlington Heights

Summary

Innovative Associate Engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering. Notable for developing technical solutions and optimizing designs through FEA and collaboration, contributing to the successful execution of engineering projects.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Engineer

UCC Environmental
Libertyville, IL
06.2025 - Current

• Completed rotational assignments across Field Service, Product Management, Contract Sales, Global Product Development, and Systems Engineering, supporting engineering projects from proposal development through equipment installation and commissioning.

• Conducted field inspections and supported startup activities at six industrial customer sites nationwide, troubleshooting equipment installations, verifying system performance, and collaborating with engineering, operations, and customer personnel.

• Evaluated complex engineering drawings, P&IDs, and customer requirements to develop technical solutions, support six project proposals, and prepare cost summaries and project documentation for industrial material handling systems.

• Created and revised engineering documentation using AutoCAD and MicroStation, including P&ID updates, engineering change requests, equipment lists, and standardization of thousands of legacy drawings to improve design consistency and data management.

• Designed a custom crusher stand in SolidWorks, applying finite element analysis (FEA), engineering calculations, and design validation techniques to optimize structural performance, safety, and manufacturability.

Low Carbon Energy Systems Intern

GTI Energy
Des Plaines, IL
05.2024 - 08.2024

· Evaluated meter nut removal tools by testing prototypes, providing feedback, and suggesting design improvements based on performance results

· Advanced Nicor gas testing through performing testing and data collection on Pietro Fiorentini Cirval Gas service regulators

Energy Delivery Intern

GTI Energy
Des Plaines, IL
05.2023 - 08.2023

· Conducted essential research in DOT-funded project aimed at optimizing regulator placement through lab testing and analysis

· Played integral role in testing and assessment of hydrogen leak detection tape

· Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to accelerate and advance projects behind schedule

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05-2025

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks
  • MicroStation
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Engineering Drawing Interpretation
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Python
  • Technical Documentation
  • Field Operations

Certification

Engineer in Training (EIT) | Illinois | 2026

Timeline

Associate Engineer

UCC Environmental
06.2025 - Current

Low Carbon Energy Systems Intern

GTI Energy
05.2024 - 08.2024

Energy Delivery Intern

GTI Energy
05.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Iowa
Andrew Hein