Megan Fritz
About Megan Fritz
Megan Fritz is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has experience working at Newell Brands and Navistar Inc, along with various internships and research positions in the engineering field.
Current Role at Navistar Inc
Megan Fritz serves as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Navistar Inc, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she applies her expertise in mechanical engineering to contribute to the design and development of innovative solutions within the company. Her responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and reliability.
Previous Experience at Newell Brands
Prior to her current role, Megan Fritz worked at Newell Brands for three years, from 2019 to 2022. She began as an Associate Design Engineer and later advanced to the position of Design Engineer. During her tenure, she focused on product design and development, contributing to various projects aimed at improving consumer products.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Megan Fritz earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She attended the university from 2013 to 2017, where she gained foundational knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering principles, preparing her for her future roles in the industry.
Research Experience
Megan has a background in research, having worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she completed summer research internships at Wake Forest Baptist Health in 2015 and 2016. These experiences provided her with valuable insights into practical applications of engineering concepts in healthcare settings.
Internship Experience
Megan Fritz gained early industry experience through various internships. She worked as a Summer Intern at EMD (Electro-Motive Diesel) in 2014 and completed two summer research internships at Wake Forest Baptist Health in 2015 and 2016. These positions allowed her to develop practical skills and understand the dynamics of engineering in different environments.