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Richard Lamb

IT Administrator @ UW IRC
Computer Science and Engineering @ UW-Madison

Madison, WI, United States
https://richardlamb.dev

Skills

3D Printing • Advanced

Adaptability

ArcGIS • Intermediate

Arduino

Assembly

AutoCAD • Elementary

Bash • Intermediate

C/C++ • Intermediate

Critical Thinking

CSS • Advanced

Excel • Advanced

Git • Advanced

GitHub • Intermediate

GitLab • Intermediate

HTML • Advanced

Java • Advanced

JavaScript • Advanced

Leadership

Linux • Advanced

MATLAB • Elementary

Oscilloscope • Intermediate

Positive Attitude

PowerPoint • Advanced

Python • Advanced

QuestaSim • Intermediate

Raspberry Pi

Soldering • Intermediate

SystemVerilog • Intermediate

Teamwork

Windows • Advanced

Word • Advanced

About Me

A dedicated Computer Engineering student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, pursuing a Bachelor of Science with a focus on computer science. Recognized as an Eagle Scout, demonstrating a commitment to leadership and community service.

Gained valuable hands-on experience as an Engineering Intern at the Village of Germantown, contributing to initiatives in the public sector. Skilled in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS), with a focus on applying technical knowledge to practical challenges. Seeking full-time opportunities in computer hardware or software starting Summer 2027.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison — Expected Spring 2027

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Additional major in Computer Science
https://www.wisc.edu/

Achievements

Eagle Scout — Earned 2020

Scouting America
  • Earned 33 Merit Badges and two Eagle Palms
  • Constructed play spaces at the Mequon Nature Preserve for my Eagle Scout Project
https://www.scouting.org/

Experience

Industrial Refrigeration Consortium — May 2026-present

Information Technology Administrator & Programmer
Goals:
  • Implement the Git version control system for efficient source code management
  • Modernize and maintain several web-based applications that industry partners depend on
https://irc.wisc.edu/

Village of Germantown, WI — Summers 2024 & 2025

Engineering Intern
  • Operated land surveying GPS equipment to verify accuracy of record drawings
  • Performed routine erosion control inspections to ensure compliance with state law and local ordinances
  • Trained new team members in erosion control methods and inspection
https://germantownwi.gov/

City of Mequon, WI — Summers 2022 & 2023

Engineering Intern
  • Utilized Esri ArcGIS products to map and update underground utility data
  • Conducted inspections of road construction projects and performed routine erosion control checks
https://cityofmequonwi.gov/

Gardner Dam Scout Camp, White Lake, WI — Summer 2021

Youth Counselor
  • Provided instruction on first aid, camping, and wilderness survival to elementary school-aged children
  • Provided customer service to adults to assess campsite cleanliness issues and implement solutions through critical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution

Leadership & Community Involvement

Delta Chapter, Kappa Eta Kappa

Assistant Treasurer
  • Sponsored a $1,500 funding proposal to the alumni association for new computers
  • Delivered a technical talk to a 50‑member audience on Pi‑hole, explaining its functionality and use in network-based ad blocking
https://delta.khk.org/

Projects

RichardLamb.dev — 2025-present

My personal website and blog
https://richardlamb.dev • https://github.com/RichardLamb1/RichardLamb.dev