1. COLIN RODERICK
41 Wadsworth Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453
Cell: (860) 463-9744
Email: CRoderick751@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE To obtain a mechanical or test engineer position where I can apply my knowledge and experience to
develop and test innovative products and services.
EDUCATION University of Massachusetts Amherst Amherst, MA
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering May 2012
• Specialization: Wind Energy
• Cumulative GPA: 3.43
Roger Williams University- ABET ACCREDITED PROGRAM Bristol, RI
Bachelor of Science in Engineering May 2009
• Cumulative GPA: 3.0
EXPERIENCE
DNV GL: Energy Analyst Burlington, MA
• Conducts pre-construction and operational energy assessments on proposed Oct 2015-
and constructed wind farms located throughout North America. Present
• Applies and develops techniques for analyzing and processing on-site measurement
data to present statistical energy production scenarios to clients.
• Balances budget, scheduling and resource demands for multiple projects at once
to deliver on-time results to our clients.
• Mentors and provides technical and team support to newer energy analysts.
Northern Power Systems: Systems Engineer Waltham, MA
• Generated, performed and analyzed aero-elastic simulations of wind turbines and Feb 2014-
related components using specialized software, codes and processing techniques. Oct 2015
• Managed and performed engineering changes related to existing turbine
components that required updating and diagnostics.
• Assisted field service in performing on-site turbine erection and maintenance
as well as providing remote technical support for international clients and teams.
GE Oil & Gas: Engineer/ Technologist Randolph, MA
• Executed project management tasks to complete build of Diagnostics Testing May 2012-
Facility for testing GE products and control system dynamics. Feb 2014
• Developed advanced diagnostic capabilities involving control valves by
analyzing data and collaborating with multi-disciplined developers.
• Published test procedures and performed NTI related in-house testing on GE products.
• Performed onsite evaluations that involved analyzing and diagnosing control valve issues.
• Involved in multiple projects including finance and customer service on a daily basis.
Teaching Assistant: UMass Amherst Department of Mechanical Engineering Amherst, MA
• Assistant to Senior Design and Design of Mechanical Components courses Fall 2011
FloDesign Wind Turbine: Mechanical Engineering Intern Wilbraham, MA
• Worked with scientist to modify wake models for application to custom May 2011-
wind turbine developed by FDWT’s research team. May 2012
• Analyzed and resolved strain gauge data recorded from prototype wind turbine
to determine forces and stress imposed by wind force.
• Developed model for measuring dynamic displacement of floating wind turbine system.
UMass Amherst Wind Energy Center: Meteorological Tower Research Engineer Amherst, MA
• Set up and installed meteorological towers and other ground mounted tools Sept 2010-
that conducted wind and weather assessments. May 2012
Masters Thesis: Simulating Tuned Mass Dampers in Floating Wind Turbines Sept 2010-
• Project involved implementing vibration reduction techniques in offshore, May 2012
floating wind turbines through the application of tuned liquid column dampers (TLCDs).
• Derived, programmed and optimized equations describing motion of

2. TLCD-coupled wind turbines by performing simulations using MATLAB/Simulink.
Quest Global, Inc.: Project Engineer East Hartford, CT
• Provided engineering services to Pratt & Whitney for jet engine build and Jan 2010-
design in the Next Generation Project Family Integrated Product Team. Sept 2010
• Performed tasks such as maintaining bill of materials, tracking hardware and
communicating with vendors to ensure timely part delivery and engine build.
• Participated in daily meetings concerning logistics and the various aspects of the
build including the design elements of project engineering.
Dobbes Family Estate Winery: Harvest Intern Dundee, OR
• Assisted Winemaker in producing high quality wine through Aug 2009-
maintenance and experimentation at 4th largest winery in Oregon. Dec 2009
• Operated machinery including forklifts, pumps and compressors while
performing routine experiments to ensure proper wine making.
COMPUTER Proficient with WindFarmer, WAsP, MATLAB, MathCad, Microsoft Office Suite, FAST & NREL
Design Codes, Minitab
SKILLS Familiar with SolidWorks, LabVIEW, Simulink, AutoCad, Pro.File, Weather Tool, PSpice,
TeamCenter, Homer TRNSYS, Climate Consultant
AWARDS AND Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified Dec 2013
CERTS CSG Energy Efficiency & Clean Energy Scholarship Recipient May 2011
Certified E.I.T (FE Exam): State of Rhode Island May 2009
Intel Environmental Innovation Award: 19th WERC Environmental Design Contest April 2009
1st Place in Engineering: Roger Williams University Academic Showcase April 2009
Dean’s List 2009, 2011
ACTIVITIES Volunteer at local Baptist Church Jan 2015-Present
Volunteer at Bikram Yoga Studios Feb 2012-Dec 2015
Volunteer with United Way Sept 2013
Volunteer at Homeless Shelter in Hartford, CT Dec 2011
Volunteer with Tornado Aide, Massachusetts Summer 2011
• Worked with grassroots organization to assist in clean up and distributing aid
to residents of area affected by tornados in western Massachusetts.
Volunteer at Roger Williams University Robotics Fair Dec 2009
• Conducted tours of the university engineering building while demonstrating
a number of machines and robotic equipment to parents and students.
HOBBIES Staying active, guitar, martial arts, hiking, rock climbing, weight lifting, song writing, snowboarding,
reading, bird watching, cooking