Matthew R.

Bowden
525 Grey Stable Lane, Highland Heights Kentucky| (567) 825-2830 | bowdenmr@mail.uc.edu

Education University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio May 2022

• Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering GPA 3.0/4.0
Bluffton High School, Bluffton, Ohio May 2017
• Graduated with honors GPA 3.5/4.0
• Introduction to programming C++ (completed through Bluffton University)
• Object-oriented programming with applied data structures C++ (completed through Bluffton
University)

Experience Zumbiel Packaging, Mechanical Engineering Co-Op April 2018 – December 2019
August 2020 – Current
• Supported Continuous Improvement projects across 18 machines during two co-op rotations
• Created MATLAB data analysis algorithm for consolidating machine performance data
• Conducted weekly and monthly machine performance data analysis
• Worked with an outside company to test and develop a new camera-based inspection system
o Tested and improved various vision algorithms
o Altered layout of the machine allowing more reliable inspection of 36 critical areas
• Redesigned automated palletizer to improve efficiency
o Conducted statistical studies on failed product
o Tested and helped determine best locations for photoelectric sensors, proximity
sensors, and 3D barcode scanners.
o Increased efficiency of palletizer from under 80% to over 99%
• Conducted statistical capability studies on Bobst die cutters and printing presses
• Worked with outside venders to update machine drives and PLC’s
• Programmed data acquisition devices and tied in new data acquisition software for all
machines
• Worked on oil and grease analysis and fluid change over
• Helped to incorporate new 300 hp air compressor into plants existing infrastructure

Graphic Packaging International, Mechanical Engineering Co-Op January 2020 – August 2020
• Produced technical drawings in support of capital projects
• Helped lead a $3.1 million dryer upgrade project
o Worked with outside companies to purchase transmitters and valve positioners
o Conducted steam and condensation system testing
o Managed outside contractors to complete work on dryer project
• Designed database for tracking dryer rope sheaves
• Worked remotely (late March - August) due to COVID-19 pandemic

Technical Skills MATLAB, MSC NASTRAN, Microsoft Office, NX, SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD LT, Xamarin(C#),
Microsoft Visual Studio(C#,C++), Minitab, RSLogix 5000, STAR-CCM+, Vorne Industries
Programming, 3D printing

Leadership and Memberships

• Member of University of Cincinnati Gun Club
• Leader of high school robotics design team
o Created designs and conducted experiments for state level competition

Availability Available for 2020 fall semester co-op rotation and 2021 summer co-op rotation.