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Work Experience

Research and Development Intern at American Showa Inc

Spring 2020

  • Worked with the Test and Simulation Team to research and test dampers to meet certain specifications

    • Utilized a damper dynamometer to create force vs velocity curves​

    • The curves vary immensely depending on the condition of the dampers, ie cold vs warm, air pressure, fluid levels

      • Compared scenarios to determine best setup for the preferred application​

    • Changed countless valves, solenoids, springs, and seals during testing

    • Rebuilt solenoids to ensure maximum cleanliness in case of failure

    • Utilized optical microscopic photography to find defects in parts​

    • Created a plug for the paint assembly line to protect the inner surface of the dampers

      • Developed in Catia, 3D printed, then manufactured out of house for production use​

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  • Researched and tested new strain sensors to find loads in tie rods on various vehicles for efficient, on car testing

    • Utilized an Instron load frame to calibrate the sensors and test various locations vs strain output​

    • Rode along with in vehicle testing of sensors in a wide variety of road maneuvers and courses 

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  • Piloted the development of a display screen for presentation vehicles to show test settings and changes in real time

    • Using an Arduino Uno microcontroller and tri-color ePaper screen to show various vehicle settings

    • Programmed the board for rotary potentiometers to be able to change settings such as damper fluid viscosity

      • Co-op ended prior to completion of this project​

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Instron High Force Universal Testing Machine

https://www.instron.us/-/media/literature-library/products/2020/08/high-force-universal-testing-machines.pdf

MTS Roehrig Shock Dyno https://www.mts.com/cs/groups/public/documents/library/mts_2013258.pdf

Adafruit 2.7" Tri-Color eInk / ePaper Shield with SRAM - Red Black White

https://www.adafruit.com/product/4229?gclid=Cj0KCQiA4feBBhC9ARIsABp_nbV0EFBIJBV38Knct8CBZJDTGLHQjvcnhpp_frFbv6zVIqXGt7UxhiYaApmBEALw_wcB

Arduino Uno R3

https://www.amazon.com/Arduino-A000066-ARDUINO-UNO-R3/dp/B008GRTSV6

Mechanical Engineering Intern at Norfolk Southern Corp

Summer 2019

  • Utilized AutoCAD Inventor to design equipment storage racks, ladders, tooling, and parts in compliance to NS standards

    • A large majority of this internship was AutoCAD as none of the other engineers on site knew how to use the software.​

    • The storage racks were welded steel racks to hold the heavy equipment used to repair locomotives.

      • Most of the equipment on the racks required a crane to carry and operate so ease of removal was essential. ​

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  • Assisted in the standardization of work, tooling, and improvement efforts across the entire NS system and locations

    • A new system for standardized work documents was in the process of being created. All work processes had to be entered individually with step by step instructions and pictures. ​

    • Specialized tooling to make jobs easier was developed including gear holders, custom step ladders

      • Beginning of company wide specialized tools and processes​

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  • Had extensive contact with a wide arrange of workers including the signaling tower manager, mechanics, welders, electricians, and more. 

    • Learned a lot about how a nationwide company runs and facilities the transportation of goods around the US

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Student Grader and TA

at The Ohio State University

 Grader for Mechanics of Materials (Spring 2019), System Dynamics (Fall 2019), Measurements and Data Analysis (Fall 2020)

  • Graded assignments and quizzes for various courses using prior knowledge and professor guidelines

    • Classes had around 80 students with a homework assignment or exam that needed grading each week.​

  • Assisted professor and students when necessary, creating rubrics and lecture presentations

    • Students often emailed me with questions about the homework or the grading policies. ​

    • Lecture presentations were created for some professors to ease their workload. 

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 Teaching Assistant for Fundamentals of Engineering II (Spring 2019)

  • Assisted the professor and students during class and lab periods, answered any questions that may arise

    • Class and lab twice per week which involved mainly Solidworks and Arduino programming and microcontrollers​

  • Graded homework and lab reports as well as was available to help outside of class

    • Lab reports and small homework assignments were due once per week.​

Assistant Pool Manager

at St Clair Country Club

​Summers of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2020

  • Managed roughly 40 employees in the daily operations of the pool and snack shack under COVID regulations

    • Approximately 12 employees were on duty at any given time, worked over two shifts to ensure smooth transitions and timeliness of employees​

    • COVID-19 regulations included face masks, limited food and beverage options, maintenance of reservations and guest attendance, full area cleanings every two hours, and enforcing social distancing. 

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  • Regulated pool chemicals, created weekly lifeguard schedules, hosted full club events and private parties

    • Pool chemicals were tested and adjusted at least every two hours with pump backwashes being performed every two days.​

    • Lifeguards were scheduled weekly to ensure all conflict needs were met

    • Club events included golf outings, 4th of July and other holiday parties, movie nights, and more. 

    • Private after hours parties involved planning, setup and maintenance of graduation and birthday parties directed by members.

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  • Provided members with private swim lessons as well as assistant coached the diving team

    • Private swim lessons were generally only one or two children between the ages of three and thirteen. ​

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