• Lead a team of 5 engineers to research, design, and manufacture steering, braking, and driver restraint systems for a formula-style race car• Model vehicle braking dynamics to size hydraulic and thermal brake system components• Perform hand calculations to verify stiffness requirements for the footrest and surface temperature requirements for the firewall

• Overhauled the steering system to reduce backlash/play, using SolidWorks to design parts and assemblies• Verified steering system designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA)• Drafted steering system part and assembly drawings using GD&T to communicate design intent• Designed and 3D printed fixtures for welding steering column supports to the chassis• Manually machined and assembled 15+ steering, firewall, and pedal assembly parts

• Design, built, and tested a physical rig used to validate design concepts for new braking technologies• Created unique parts using CATIA V6/3DEXPERIENCE for testing and prototype vehicle retrofitting• Conducted drawing reviews for vented and solid brake rotors, establishing the highest internal standard for these component drawings to serve as reference for future brake rotor sourcing• Developed a MATLAB tool to characterize audio data for noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) testing

• Designed solar array mount using SolidWorks and FEA• Repurposed an existing motor mount using machine shop equipment and power tools, saving production time and costs