CODY A. COOPER 31 East 12th Avenue Apt. 3A, Columbus, OH 43201 • cooper.499@osu.edu • (937) 580-9068

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EDUCATION:The Ohio State University Graduation Date B.S. Welding Engineering May 2017

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:Self-motivated Welding Engineer who enjoys working in a variety of environments with a variety of materials. Experienced in quality assurance, automotive manufacturing, and research and development practices.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Fusion Intern

EWI | May 2016 – present | Columbus, OH Developed laser processing parameters for a variety of welding applications and industries Responsibilities included: laser optics design and assembly, laser beam characterization, laser

system maintenance, and data analysis Investigated laser welding parameters to fuse Al 7XXX alloy to rolled homogenous armor (RHA) using

autogenous methods as well as Al 6XXX filler shim Evaluated laser welding as an alternative to brazing leak-tight seals for propane cylinder production Developed a wire-fed laser process for large scale additive manufacturing of Al in the aerospace

industry

Welding Engineer Co-Op Honda of America Mfg., | Jan 2016 – May 2016 | Marysville, OH

Welded automotive steel alloys via Resistance Spot Welding (primarily) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (secondarily)

Performed non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of welds using Ultrasonic technology as well as conducted vehicle weld destruct tests to gain measured evidence of good/bad welds

Investigated weld condition stack-up testing to eliminate weld expulsion and to develop parameters for new model structural spot welds

Used CATIA and SolidWorks for part modeling and weld verification for yearly model weld audit Trained associates on the processes involved in the Weld Department

Quality Control TechnicianWorthington Industries | Oct 2015 – Jan 2016 | Columbus, OH

Performed material testing on flat rolled steel and aluminum product in support of production certifications and product development

Analyzed and carried out mechanical property, metallographic and spectrometric testing, along with their respective material preparation

Volume production environment, worked well independently and as a team

QUALIFICATIONS: Computer Skills: Microsoft Word and Excel, MATLAB, SolidWorks, CATIA, Minitab Welding Skills: Proficient with SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, RSW, LW; intermediate with FCAW and SAW

Professional Resume Cody A. Cooper Welding Engineer