Kadyn Mueller
Burnsville
Summary
Results-driven Field Engineer and Senior Lab Technician with American Engineering Testing, skilled in non-destructive testing and technical reporting. Proven ability to enhance mechanical systems through precise lab calibration and effective client communication. Adept at utilizing MATLAB and SolidWorks to deliver innovative solutions and ensure project success within deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Lab Technician - Military Aircraft Runway Restoration
Tinian
02.2025 - Current
- Tasked with initial setup of USACE validated asphalt and aggregate laboratories on site
- Performed asphalt and aggregate testing to create a successful bituminous mix design following ASTM and MS-2 standards
- Worked in a fluid work environment with the scope of work changing frequently
Field Engineer/ Senior Lab Technician
American Engineering Testing
St. Paul
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted laboratory testing and created a pavement job mix formula
- Collected data and performed non destructive testing of roadways
- Calibrated lab equipment and sensors
EV Conversion of Dodge Brother Victory 6
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Met with client to develop project deliverables and requirements
- Documented and removed original engine and components from Victory 6
- Created parts lists and bill of materials for needed components
- 3D scanned vehicle engine bay and designed motor/battery mounting solutions
Technician
Volkswagen of Duluth
Duluth
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed mechanical repairs to ensure proper and safe function
- Diagnosed issues in customer vehicles, ensuring timely resolution of concerns
- Completed vehicle repairs within deadlines, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Evaluated exploded diagrams of subsystems in vehicles to ensure proper part selection and replacement
- Communicated effectively with parts managers and service advisors to provide accurate repair timelines and updates
Education
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN12-2023
Skills
- Mechanical systems
- Non-destructive testing
- Field testing
- Lab calibration
- 3D printing
- 3D modeling
- SolidWorks
- Assembly
- Disassembly
- Technical reporting and documentation
- Corrective action planning
- MATLAB
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Client communication
Certification
- Airfield Asphalt Lab Technician (NCAT)
- American Concrete Institute Aggregate Testing Technician I, II, and III
- MNDOT Grading and Base Tester
- MNDOT Aggregate Production Tester
Projects
- Senior Lab Technician - Military Aircraft Runway Restoration, 02/01/25, Present, Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands, Tasked with initial setup of USACE validated asphalt and aggregate laboratories on site, Performed asphalt and aggregate testing to create a successful bituminous mix design following ASTM and MS-2 standards, Worked in a fluid work environment with the scope of work changing frequently
- EV Conversion of Dodge Brother Victory 6, 08/01/23, 12/01/23, Met with client to develop project deliverables and requirements, Documented and removed original engine and components from Victory 6, Created parts lists and bill of materials for needed components, 3D scanned vehicle engine bay and designed motor/battery mounting solutions
Timeline
Senior Lab Technician - Military Aircraft Runway Restoration
02.2025 - Current
Field Engineer/ Senior Lab Technician
American Engineering Testing
03.2024 - Current
EV Conversion of Dodge Brother Victory 6
08.2023 - 12.2023
Technician
Volkswagen of Duluth
05.2021 - 05.2023
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota Duluth