Emma Cothran

Emma Cothran is a Mechanical Engineer 1 at Black & Veatch, with experience in various engineering roles, including internships and ambassador positions at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Cothran has a background in facilitating STEM activities, modeling automotive components, and supporting construction commissioning. Notable past positions include Mechanical Engineering Intern at Automatic Systems, Inc., M/E Intern at JE Dunn Construction, and Manufacturing Engineering Intern at VMC PRECISION, LLC. Cothran's leadership experience includes serving as the Mechanical Lead for a FIRST Robotics Competition team, where design and manufacturing were key responsibilities. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management, Cothran's academic foundation began at Lee's Summit North High School.