Hey, I’m

Cooper Vance

My journey

Manufactuing Engineer

January 2024 - Present

Lincoln, AL

My first job out of college is with Honda Development and Manufacturing of America at Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant. For the first year I was apart of Honda’s Engineering Development Program which gave me experience in the weld department, frame assembly department, and engine assembly department. I worked on various projects in each department ranging from pneumatics with lift assists, installation and training of AI vision cameras, and advanced PLC programming to optimize department delivery, quality, and safety characteristics.

Univeristy of alabama

2019 - 2023

Tuscaloosa, AL

I attended the University of Alabama from 2019 to 2023 where I received a B.S. in mechanical engineering and a minor in mathematics. I was also involved with the Alabama Rocketry Association and ASME clubs.

City of Roswell

2017 - 2022

Roswell, GA

Working for the City of Roswell in the summer of 2017 as a lifeguard for the city pool. I ended up spending 3 years as a lifeguard, two years as the pool manager, and 4 years as the dive team head coach. I served 100 to 400 patrons daily and coordinated lifeguards, swim meets, and maintenance.