Elizabeth Mondloch
About Elizabeth Mondloch
Elizabeth Mondloch is an R&D Engineer at Spectrum Brands, Inc, with a background in mechanical engineering from Virginia Tech. She has experience in cross-functional teamwork, rapid prototyping, and customer service, having previously interned at Merck and Co and worked on a senior capstone project focused on powered ankle prosthetics.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Elizabeth Mondloch has been employed as an R&D Engineer at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the research and development of products, applying her engineering skills to innovate and improve product designs. Her work is based in Blacksburg, Virginia, where she collaborates with cross-functional teams to bring new ideas to fruition.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Mondloch earned her Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech, completing her studies from 2017 to 2021. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she applies in her current role. Her academic experience includes a senior capstone project that focused on developing a powered ankle prosthetic, where she utilized skills in CAD modeling, FMEA, prototyping, and testing.
Background in Internships
Prior to her current position, Elizabeth completed an internship at Merck and Co. in 2019, where she supported the plant engineering department. This experience allowed her to work effectively in a cross-functional team and gain insights into the manufacturing processes. Additionally, she served as a Manufacturing Division Technology Intern at Merck for three months in Durham, North Carolina.
Experience in Customer Service
During her time in college, Elizabeth Mondloch gained experience in customer service roles. This experience helped her develop essential time management and communication skills, which are valuable in her professional career. Her ability to interact with customers and manage tasks efficiently contributes to her effectiveness as an R&D Engineer.
Librarian Role at Virginia Tech
Elizabeth worked as a Librarian at Virginia Tech from 2017 to 2020. In this position, she supported the academic community by assisting students and faculty with research needs. This role further developed her organizational and communication skills, which she continues to utilize in her engineering career.