Neil Alfred
Summary
Highly motivated professional defined by an unwavering work ethic and a disciplined, resilient approach to solving complex problems. My background combines a technical engineering education with high-level military and leadership training, fostering a mission-oriented mindset that is adaptable across diverse settings. I am a fast learner who thrives under pressure and masters new skills quickly, whether working as part of a collaborative team or effectively unsupervised. Committed to delivering high-quality, reliable results, I bring a versatile skill set focused on precision, time management, and driving operational excellence in any environment
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
United States Navy (NASEC) Naval Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Selected delegate representing Penn State and Biomedical Engineering at a U.S. Navy national conference on science, engineering, and leadership.
- Collaborated and consulted Naval Academy midshipmen and military leaders on defense and national security challenges and mission-critical solutions to the Department of Defense.
Youth Minister
CCV Philadelphia
01.2023 - Current
- Involvement and facilitated events and service projects to engage youth and public in community and church activities.
- Led and mentored students individually, providing guidance, support, and positive role modeling, focusing on personal development, mentorship, and spiritual growth.
Construction Site Technician
Art Handyman Solutions
Norristown
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Installed fixtures and appliances in residential and commercial properties.
- Assisted clients with project planning and material selection.
- Provided excellent customer service during service calls.
- Utilized power tools effectively for diverse tasks.
Cadet Commander
United States Air Force Auxiliary
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Served as Cadet Commander and Mentored Cadets and future servicemen.
- Served in Humanitarian Aid, Disaster Relief and Search and Rescue Missions.
- Graduated with Officer Rank of C/2d Lt.
Biomedical Engineering Design Project
Pennsylvania State University & Hershey Medical Center
- Collaborated with hospital clinicians, healthcare professionals, and technical staff to troubleshoot and optimize medical device performance in real-world care environments.
- Designed and prototyped a patient-safe mouth retractor for upper endoscopy procedures using COMSOL, MATLAB, 3D printing, and finite element analysis (FEA).
Biophysics Research Project Lead
Pennsylvania State University
- Researched, designed, and simulated for nanocapsule release therapy to target varicose veins.
- Ensured compliance with World Health Organization and FDA guidelines.
Undergraduate Engineering Research
Pennsylvania State University
- Conducted biomechanical and biomaterials testing aligned with hospital device usage protocols.
- Supported design and iterative testing of microfluidic systems and biosensors.
- Applied SolidWorks and COMSOL to simulate stress, strain, and failure criteria for clinical prototypes.
National Security Agency - NSA (via United States Air Force)
- Completed advanced cybersecurity training through NSA joint U.S Air Force program.
- Awarded for outstanding leadership in team-based exercises and problem-solving and rapid decision-making under high-pressure scenarios.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-2025
Skills
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Effective communication and collaboration in team environments
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality results
- Consistently meets deadlines and fulfills responsibilities
- Efficient time management and organizational skills
- Research
- Collaboration
- Social perceptiveness
- Problem solving
- Research methodology
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Supervision and leadership
- Dependable and responsible
- Quality assurance
- Interpersonal communication
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Cultural awareness
- PPE compliance
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Technical communication
- Collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Compliance with regulations
- Biomedical device design
- First Aid/CPR
- Remote office availability
Certification
Leadership Training Certificate, National Society of Leadership and Success
Technical Skills
MATLAB, Python (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib), Excel, C++, C#, SolidWorks, COMSOL Multiphysics, AutoCAD, Lab instrumentation, Microsoft Office Suite, Jira, Trello, Standard lab documentation practices, SOP compliance
Leadership Experience
- Cadet Commander, United States Air Force Auxiliary, 2015-2022, Served as Cadet Commander and Mentored Cadets and future servicemen. Served in Humanitarian Aid, Disaster Relief and Search and Rescue Missions. Graduated with Officer Rank of C/2d Lt.
- Delegate, U.S. Navy national conference on science, engineering, and leadership, Selected delegate representing Penn State and Biomedical Engineering. Collaborated and consulted Naval Academy midshipmen and military leaders on defense and national security challenges and mission-critical solutions to the Department of Defense.
- Participant, National Security Agency - NSA (via United States Air Force), Completed advanced cybersecurity training through NSA joint U.S Air Force program. Awarded for outstanding leadership in team-based exercises and problem-solving and rapid decision-making under high-pressure scenarios.
- Youth Minister, CCV Philadelphia, 2023 - Current, Involvement and facilitated events and service projects to engage youth and public in community and church activities. Led and mentored students individually, providing guidance, support, and positive role modeling, focusing on personal development, mentorship, and spiritual growth.
Timeline
Construction Site Technician
Art Handyman Solutions
05.2024 - 12.2025
United States Navy (NASEC) Naval Academy
01.2023 - Current
Youth Minister
CCV Philadelphia
01.2023 - Current
Cadet Commander
United States Air Force Auxiliary
01.2015 - 01.2022
Biomedical Engineering Design Project
Pennsylvania State University & Hershey Medical Center
Biophysics Research Project Lead
Pennsylvania State University
Undergraduate Engineering Research
Pennsylvania State University
National Security Agency - NSA (via United States Air Force)
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University