About Edward Carter III
As a dynamic and ambitious young professional, Edward is not just an engineer but also a visionary business owner, passionately navigating the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship. With a relentless drive for success and a profound desire to create generational wealth, Edward is carving a path towards excellence in engineering solutions and business leadership. Explore this platform to witness the journey of a forward-thinking individual shaping the future of both engineering and entrepreneurship with passion, dedication, and a commitment to pushing boundaries.
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MECHATRONICS ENGINEER | AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY | CARTER VENTURES LLC
Edward Carter III
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
2023-Present
Vehicle Architecture Engineer
NAVISTAR INC.
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Works closely with program and engineering management to translate and incorporate customer vehicle-level performance and configuration requirements into cross-functional integration and design targets.
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Establishes product structure and data management leadership in the creation and maintenance of vehicle-level master models.
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Takes a proactive, leadership role by acting as a customer advocate and technical ‘referee’ for cross-functional attribute, design and vehicle packaging efforts.
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Performs and/or coordinates packaging studies to meet vehicle integration requirements.
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Interacts effectively across the organization: program management, customers, application engineering, design teams, manufacturing teams, and senior management.
2022
Product Quality Intern
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA
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Traveled to Chattanooga, Tennessee to evaluate new 2023 Volkswagen model vehicles before being sent to dealerships
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Assisted in addressing top technical issues and push them through the resolution process with different factories
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Assisted in recommending and reviewing summarizing quality issues, short and permanent corrective actions with Vehicle Integration, Assembly, Customer Satisfaction Teams, Program
Management and Vehicle launch teams -
Gained an understanding and impact of quality surveys (Consumer Reports, JD Power IQS, CSI, APEAL, SSI, and various enthusiast publications)
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Performed statistical analysis utilizing warranty, internal quality survey data to monitor trends and provide forecasts
2021
Business Process Engineering & Strategy
THE OPTIONS CLEARING CORPORATION
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Learned process automation business analysis to participate in various efforts to help identify requirements for new automation and enhancements
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Worked in research, process modeling, value stream development, and other business process management tasks
2021
Intern
2021 - 2023
Ambassador / Front Desk Associate
2020 - 2021
Community Advisor
2019 - 2021
Front Desk Assistant
THE GREENWOOD PROJECT
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Participated in a 4-week intensive training to learn the skills needed to succeed in a financial internship
including company analysis, financial markets, financial statements, compliance and regulation, and valuation. -
Pitched an investment in collaboration with two other scholars in Greenwood Project’s end-of-summer stock pitch competition.
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Networked with industry professionals from William Blair, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan Chase at weekly “Lunch and
Learn” sessions.
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
CENTER FOR BLACK STUDIES
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Represented the Center for Black Studies in different capacities, panel discussions
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Utilized customer-service skills to create a welcoming environment
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Served as a resource for students to help them navigate the challenges higher education
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Gave tours to prospective students to boost enthusiasm in the Center and the Black Studies minor
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Assisted in the planning of events, logistical, and other major functions
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
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Served as a role model and mentor to residents in their community on campus.
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Worked to encourage individual growth while promoting a safe, secure, and welcoming community where students can have a positive living and learning experience.
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
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Adhered to administrative duties involved with residential assistance utilizing effective time management and organization skills
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Checked in residents during after-hours to ensure hall safety
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Maintained all temporary keys for the purpose of resident lockouts
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
2022 - 2023
Polemarch
EPSILON OMICRON KAPPACHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY
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Official head of chapter
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Presided at meetings and had general supervision of its affairs
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Appointed all committees not otherwise provided for by law
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Called special meetings when considered necessary with five days advance notice
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Ensured officers of the chapter performed their duties faithfully, impartially, accurately, and promptly
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Enforced strict observance of the laws and policies of the Fraternity
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Signed all warrants for payments authorized by the chapter
2022 - 2023
NORTH CENTRAL PROVINCE OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY INC
Undergraduate Board Member
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Acted as a liason between the North Central Province Board and its chapters
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Established the organization's vision, mission, and purpose
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Created a strategic plan and ensured its following
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Strengthened the Province's programs and services
2020 - 2023
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Ambassador
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Engaged in community service to the college as a part of the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology Ambassadors Club
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Attended regular Ambassadors Club meetings and training sessions
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Led tours of the Engineering Building facilities and what the college has to offer
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Assisted as needed with college events (ie open houses, admitted students' day, college tours)
2020 - 2021
NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK ENGINEERS
CHAPTER AT NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Technical Outreach Community Help (T.O.R.C.H) Chairman
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Performed activities, duties, and responsibilities as designated by the President
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Organized community service and STEM outreach programs, events, and projects
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Will build and establish connections to NSBE Junior chapters, middle schools, and high schools
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Produced an official transition report at the close of the term of office
TECHNICAL SKILLS
NX Design Software
Visualization Mockup
SolidWorks
Sketchup
Lean Six Sigma
AND MORE
EXPERTISE
PROJECT: SMART MIRROR
(NIU Chapter of NSBE)
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Provided multiple functionalities ranging from touchscreen interface, Google Assistant, and Alexa
connectivity -
Created an electronic
device powered by
raspberry pi using the
google assistant as a base
CERTIFICATE: BLOOMBERG MARKET CONCEPTS
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E-learning course that introduces the context of financial markets and practices using
Bloomberg terminal -
Modules include Economics, Currencies, Fixed Income, and Equities
AUTOMOBILE PORT EVALUATION: VOLKSWAGEN
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Traveled to Chattanooga, Tennessee to evaluate new 2023 Volkswagen model vehicles before being sent to dealerships