Ryen Elith
Goldach,Switzerland
Summary
Organised and well-rounded engineer with a broad knowledge of product development processes. Thrives making things work with a creative and hands-on mentality. Collaborates effectively in an integrative team, demonstrating a combination of quality awareness and soft skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Drone Operations Technician
Meteomatics AG
St. Gallen, Switzerland
2022.11 - Current
- Performed electromechanical fit-out of around 5 custom made meteobase systems.
- Improved logistics and manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated project management skills while executing field tests.
- Wrote assembly guideline for meteobase
Drone Builder and Developer
Meteomatics AG
St. Gallen, Switzerland
2021.02 - 2022.08
- Designed improvements to existing parachute systems, increasing systems reliability.
- Assembled around 25 custom made drone systems effectively and efficiently, consistently achieving against productivity targets
- Kept site areas clear of hazards to limit risk.
- Wrote assembly guide for meteodrone
Intern, Drone Department
Meteomatics AG
St. Gallen, Switzerland
2020.08 - 2021.01
- Drafted technical CAD drawings using Solidworks.
- Used milling cutters, drills and other CNC cutting tools safely and efficiently.
- Performed regular, routine maintenance on 3D printers to maintain smooth-running operations.
Intern, Research Department
Fugro Intersite B.V.
The Hague, Netherlands
2017.02 - 2017.08
- Checked facts, proofread and edited research documents for accuracy.
- Set up, calibrated and maintained field and laboratory equipment as per study requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Robotics, Systems and Control
ETH
Zurich 2016.09 - 2018.09
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
ETH
Zurich 2012.09 - 2016.09
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Problem-Solving
- Field Experience
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Software Configuration
- CAD Design
- Procedural Documentation
- Soft Skills
- All-rounder Skills
Languages
English, German
Native language
French
Intermediate
B1
Additional Information
After completing my education, I spent a year doing seasonal jobs and working in Australia and New Zealand while traveling.
Timeline
Drone Operations Technician
Meteomatics AG
2022.11 - Current
Drone Builder and Developer
Meteomatics AG
2021.02 - 2022.08
Intern, Drone Department
Meteomatics AG
2020.08 - 2021.01
Intern, Research Department
Fugro Intersite B.V.
2017.02 - 2017.08
Master of Science - Robotics, Systems and Control
ETH
2016.09 - 2018.09
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
ETH
2012.09 - 2016.09