Resume
Resume
EDUCATION
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Scott Scholar – Recipient of the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Technical: Manual Lathe and Mill, PCB Design, Fusion 360, Python, Arduino, MATLAB, SolidWorks CSWA, OpenFOAM CFD software, vehicle mechanics, carpentry
- Non-Technical: Teamwork, customer service, management structures, 8+ years of leadership
INTERNSHIP AND PROJECT EXPERIENCE
NASA Space Grant
- Developed a balloon-mounted aerosol sampler using CFD simulation in collaboration with a large team to capture stratospheric aerosols to measure and understand their impact on climate, weather, and human health
BROADN Internship
- Engineered a custom PCB in KiCad and watertight enclosure to control a 225 L/min bioaerosol air sampler, and developed a tuned PID feedback controller to maintain real-time flow rate using pressure and flow sensor data
Passive Thermosiphon Solar Still
- Designed and prototyped a solar water still with a 4-person team, involving research, CAD, and CFD simulations to validate convection-driven flow, achieving 3 L/hour of clean water output under $60 and accessible parts
SURE Research
- Collaborated with graduate students and research professors to design and prototype a mid-IR optical sensing system for fire characterization, isolating 2 µm and 4 µm wavelengths using photodiodes, lenses, and prisms
PERSONAL PROJECTS
Car A/C System Overhaul
- Diagnosed a refrigerant leak and overhauled a vehicle's A/C system, replacing the compressor, expansion valve, and condenser, then flushed and recharged the system, building a working knowledge of refrigeration cycles
Star Wars Two Legged Walker
- Designed and iteratively refined a scale AT-ST using Fusion 360, integrating Arduino-based control to develop experience in robotics, programming, electronic systems, and CAD
Upper Engine Rebuild
- Rebuilt the cylinder head of a 2001 Honda CR-V after a timing belt failure bent valves, completing a full teardown, repair, and reassembly over a single winter while balancing coursework and part-time employment
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Resource Central Sprinkler Tech
- Diagnosed and repaired sprinkler systems and controllers via customer service and coordinating appointments
Discount Tire Tech
- Collaborated with technicians to maintain 30+ cars/hour while fixing tire balance, bead seating, and seized lugs
INVOLVEMENT
Cru Treasurer
- Led discussions, organized group meetings, and collaborated with other leaders to shape the vision of the club
University Chorus
- Sang in quarterly performances, leading the bass section through rehearsal and performance