Matthew Coolidge
About Matthew Coolidge
Matthew Coolidge is a Design Engineer currently employed at Belcan in Lexington, Kentucky, where he provides airframe design support for Sikorsky's Military Helicopters. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Western Kentucky University and has gained diverse experience through various engineering roles and internships.
Current Role at Belcan
Matthew Coolidge serves as a Design Engineer at Belcan, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Lexington, Kentucky. In this role, he provides airframe design support for Sikorsky’s Military Helicopters, specifically focusing on the UH-60M model. His responsibilities include utilizing Catia V5/V4 and CADRA software for 2D drafting and 3D modeling. He handles sheet metal and machined components at detail, assembly, and installation levels, contributing to the overall design and engineering processes.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current position, Matthew Coolidge gained valuable experience in various engineering roles. He worked as a Reliability Excellence Engineering Intern at Sherwin-Williams from 2020 to 2021 for six months. He also held a Mechanical Engineering Intern position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. for two months in 2020. Additionally, he completed an Engineering CO-OP at Atlas Development Group LLC from 2016 to 2017 for nine months. These roles provided him with practical insights into engineering practices and applications.
Sales Experience
Matthew Coolidge has a background in sales, having worked as a Sales Associate at Fastenal Company for five months in 2020 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He also held a similar position at Cabela's from 2017 to 2018 for four months. These experiences contributed to his customer service skills and understanding of sales dynamics in different industries.
Education and Qualifications
Matthew Coolidge studied at Western Kentucky University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2017 to 2021. He also pursued a minor in Systems Engineering during the same period. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.