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Abigail Nicholas

Living and Learning

About

I’m a third-year Mechanical Engineering and Design student based in Andover, NJ and Boston, MA.

Currently attending Northeastern University pursuing Fall 2025 co-op opportunities in product design and development. Inspired by growth and change.

Work Experience

July-December 2024

IDEXX | Westbrook, ME

R&D Mech. Engineering Co-op

  • Operated within a cross-functional team environment, delivering regular project updates and a design review presentation

  • Fabricated device components in SolidWorks, developing prototype parts and drawings and applying the iterative process

  • Executed compression testing on Ametek LS1 Mechanical Tester, generating concise and consistent data

2021-Present

Sound Technician | Newton, NJ

Freelance

  • Customize sound arrangement, patching venue equipment to facilitate a successful performance

  • Operate Soundcraft Si Impact 40-channel Digital Mixer for 3+ annual events held at Newton High School

2019-Present

Math Tutor | NJ and Boston, MA

Self-employed

  • Conduct weekly in-person and virtual tutoring sessions, designing lessons to reinforce math concepts with students K-12

May-August 2023

Pool Crew | Sparta, NJ

Lake Mohawk Country Club

  • Processed concession stand transactions using Jonas Club Software, aiding an efficient kitchen atmosphere

  • Promoted a safe and respectful environment for members and coworkers

Education

2022-2026

BS in Mech. Engineering & Design
Northeastern University

Boston, MA

  • Key Courses: Dynamics, Thermal Systems Analysis and Design, Mechanics of Materials, Thermodynamics, Statics, Material Science, Experience Design Principles, Experience and Interaction

  • Activities: Society of Women Engineers, EVkids, Alliance of Civically Engaged Students

  • Honors: Dean's List (2022, 2023, 2024), Connections Scholarship Recipient

2018-2022

Newton High School

Newton, NJ

Interests & Values

  • Affinity for painting and multimedia art

  • Inspired by human-centered design, balancing functionality and impact

  • Live music enthusiast with a passion for sound design and beat-driven exercise

  • Value the power of accountability and determination as key tools of success

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