Kayla Jones
As a recent graduate from The Ohio State University, Kayla Jones earned her Bachelor of Science in Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering by completing a broad range of academic and project based coursework. She has joined the team as an Associate Greenhouse Engineer and will collaborate to produce specifications, construction, and design documents as needed for varying projects with Greenhouse Design LLC.
Background
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
College of Engineering and College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences May 2024
B.S. in Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering
Specialized in Biological and Biosystems Engineering
Notable Coursework
· Advanced Bioengineering I & II, Microbiology, Advances in High Throughput Phenotyping
· Heat and Mass Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, System Dynamics & Electricity, Measurement & Instrumentation
· Engineering for Food Justice, Computer Graphics Using AutoCAD
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCES
NASA Senior Engineering Capstone Design Columbus, OH
Team Secretary April 2023- April 2024
· Worked in a team to design a device for moisture detection in plant growth substrates for µG environments.
· Documented meetings and compiled data into a presentable format to communicate with advisors and sponsors.
· Composed technical literature and documentation, 3D models for prototypes, and poster to share with clients.
Charles Nabrit Memorial Garden Columbus, OH
Engineering Team Member Jan 2023-May 2023
· Collaborated in a team to diagnose and resolve issues with a FarmBot system located at a community garden.
· Performed outreach for families experiencing food insecurity to provide meals/education and raise awareness.
Fundamentals of Engineering Design Course Columbus, OH
Team Member August 2020-May 2021
· Autumn: designed and programmed a video game to feature at a showcase event.
· Spring: conducted extensive research to design and simulate testing protocols for a nanochip engineered to detect ovarian cancer from a single drop of blood.
WORK EXPERIENCES
Greenhouse Design LLC. Burbank, OH
Associate Greenhouse Engineer May 2024-Current
· Produces specifications, construction, and design documents for new facilities and additions to greenhouses for private businesses and schools, colleges, and universities across the United States and Canada.
· Collaborates with design engineers, outside consultants, and clients to effectively complete projects.
· Experience with MS Office, BIM (Revit), and AutoCAD.
Adriatico’s Restaurant Columbus, OH
Waitress and Front of House Attendant May 2023- April 2024
· Maintained a clean and safe environment to meet safety regulations and to upkeep the appeal for customers
· Built relationships with customers and coworkers to maintain a friendly atmosphere in a fast-paced atmosphere
The Ohio State University College of Engineering Columbus, OH
Orientation Ambassador May 2023- Aug 2023
· Coordinated with advisors and counselors in the college to assist in scheduling classes for 1500+ new students
· Achieved Certified Peer Educator title by NASPA (National Association of Student Personnel Administrators)
Pinecone Home Cincinnati, OH
Customer Service Manager and Marketing Coordinator August 2020- Current
· Navigates difficult conversations with individuals of diverse backgrounds to ensure a positive experience
· Assigns tasks to production team as needed to secure timely delivery of orders and products
Senior Fulfillment Specialist October 2016- Aug 2020
· Operated various equipment within workshop to assemble, pack, and ship orders efficiently
· Performed training and supervised work of assistant packers to meet quality standards for the company.
Resume
Kayla Jones_GHD_Resume.pdf
NASA Substrate Team
FarmBot Design Team