Laura D.V. Kuwabara
curious | passionate | empathetic
¡Hola!
Ambition
In the future
I want to grow as an empathetic designer who truly understands users’ needs and helps improve their lives with creative designs.
千葉大学 Chiba University
Master of Engineering, Design Psychology
Relevant coursework: • Design Psychology, Topics in Human Interface, Human-Living Environment System • Industrial Design, Ecodesign
General Electric (GE) Aviation3 years
Engineer – Evaluation Engineering CFM LEAP
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• Collaborated with 9+ cross-functional teams to ensure required sensors, buildup requirements, test procedures, and post-test needs for engine tests were clearly documented for execution. • Managed detailed schedules for 6+ development engine builds to ensure engineerin
General Electric (GE) Appliances1 year
Engineer – Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP)
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• Evaluated new dryer slide bearing material to increase life of product. • Led cost out project in dryer shipping packaging (estimated $500,000 in annual savings). • Oversaw qualification tests for substitute individual refrigerator components ($348,000 in annual savings).
Ellicott Dredges9 months
Technical Assistant
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• Created a SolidWorks 3DVia video that illustrates the order of assembly of the main components of a dredge. • Updated 24 operations manuals for different dredges. • Edited 18 vendor literature documents and/or drawings to include in the operations manuals.
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Relevant coursework • Cognitive Science; Developmental Psychology; Human Factors • Engineering Design and Communication • Interdisciplinary Design Projects • Rapid Prototyping (Additive Manufacturing)
