Curriculum Vitae

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Objective

Aspiring mechanical engineering student with a strong foundation in mechanical design, digital manufacturing, and mechatronics. Passionate about hands-on engineering, applied research, and product development, and eager to apply technical and leadership experience to real-world engineering challenges.

Education

• Cornell University, College of Engineering
  Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  GPA: 3.0/4.0 | Expected Graduation: May 2026

• Cornell University, College of Engineering
  Master of Engineering in Mechanical Design and Robotics
  Expected Graduation: December 2026

Skills

• Software: Fusion 360, SOLIDWORKS, ANSYS, AutoCAD, Onshape, TinkerCAD
• Programming: MATLAB, Python, Arduino IDE, Bare-metal C++
• Tools: 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Machining (Mill & Lathe), Soldering

Projects

• Volumetric Additive Manufacturing (VAM) 3D Printer Test Bed:
  Designed and evaluated mechanical testing systems for advanced additive manufacturing research.
  • Designed a mechanical test bed to measure compressibility, torsion, and angular deformation of printed structures
  • Improved consistency and reliability of resin measurement methods to enhance print quality
• Autonomous Mechatronics Robot Competition:
  Designed and programmed an autonomous robot for competitive object collection and navigation.
  • Programmed bare-metal C++ control of sensors, DC motors, and a servo motor
  • Designed and integrated a 3D-printed jaw mechanism for object collection
• Hydraulic Scissor Lift Consumer Product:
  Designed a portable lifting device to reduce physical strain during household item transport.
  • Modeled and designed a hydraulic-assisted scissor lift capable of lifting 20–50 lb loads
  • Built and analyzed a reverse hydraulic piston achieving a mechanical advantage of 9

Work Experience

• Mechanical Design and FEA Simulation Engineer
  Virtual Fencing Start-Up / Research
  May 2024 – Aug 2024
  • Designed electronic enclosures in Fusion 360 for animal-safe virtual fencing technology
  • Conducted 24 FEA simulations in ANSYS and Fusion 360 to optimize factor of safety and material usage
  • Evaluated Nylon 66, Nylon 6, and PLA under applied forces ranging from 200N–800N
• Manufacturing Training Content Designer
  Autodesk Design and Make Space
  May 2025 – Sept 2025
  • Produced instructional videos and training content for safe operation of manufacturing equipment
  • Wrote scripts and choreographed demonstrations for mills, lathes, bandsaws, and CNC equipment
  • Collaborated with lab staff to ensure technical accuracy and safety compliance
• Manufacturing LAMP Training Assistant
  Emerson Manufacturing Lab / Learning Studio
  Feb 2025 – Present
  • Train engineering students in milling and lathe operation through hands-on instructional sessions
  • Guide students through a lamp manufacturing project emphasizing machining fundamentals and safety

Achievements & Certifications

• Co-author, Improved durability of 3D-printed ear tags for virtual fencing in cattle, Frontiers in Animal Science, 2025
• Peer-reviewed publication focused on mechanical durability and field performance of 3D-printed systems

Extracurricular Activities

• Upstate Zone Vice-Chair, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
• Senator & Parliamentarian, NSBE Cornell Chapter
• Mentor, CU Empower & NSBE Mentorship Programs
• Member, ASME, NACME, Thrive Scholar, Ryan Scholar, Bridges Scholar

References

Available upon request.