Curriculum Vitae
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| Email: jlt243@cornell.edu | Phone: 571 305 3993 |
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
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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.