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Waterloo, On, Ca

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

- Responsible for braking system design and manufacturing for 2025 Formula SAE car- Redesigned brake rotors using SolidWorks and ANSYS Mechanical, reducing overall brake rotor mass by 19.2%- Performed structural and thermal analyses on brake rotors to ensure integrity during peak loading and thermal target is not exceeded to maximize friction- Selected rotor material based on mechanical and thermal properties and determined a rotor fatigue lifespan based on expected loads- Sized master cylinders from first-principles to maximize driver control in all track conditions- Specified AN fittings for high-pressure brake fluid transmission, minimizing number of fittings to reduce potential failure points

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

-Redesigned the motor output shaft for 2025, using first principles to define a stress target for 4340 steel for desired fatigue life. Designed part in SolidWorks using DFM principles for CNC machining, and performed FEA using ANSYS Mechanical- Designed the fan shroud for the 2024 car, considering DFM constraints for carbon fibre moulding. Followed part from conception to completion: performed carbon fibre layup to manufacture the shroud- Designed and 3D printed jigs for welding tabs to the chassis for the motor guard- Machined driveline components to 0.05mm tolerances, adhering to critical flatness specifications

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Designing a high-velocity, low energy drop tower for impact testing.

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Ayr, Ontario, Canada

Contributed to the development of formed hoses for 2025 EV air conditioning lines through prototype construction and fixture design and assembly

Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

Machinery Engineering co-op for Imperial Oil, one of Canada's leading petrochemical companies. I worked at their Sarnia Site, in the refinery's Utilities and Offsites areas for rotating equipment.I provided Machinery support for pump failures and improvement, including:- RCFA for pump failures- Implementation of corrective actions to prevent repeat failures- Centrifugal pump performance tests to assess for performance degradation and limit scope of repair- Corresponded with vendors for information pertaining to quote revisions and pump troubleshooting- Lubrication recommendations for pumps and electric motors, enhancing equipment reliabilityAchievements:Created a Bad Actor list for Offsites and Utilities equipment - Reviewed repair history to find prioritized opportunities - Defined cause of short run life and solutions to improve global Key Performance Indicators - Compiled a list in Excel and published to the Business Team to drive improvementPump Bad Actor upgrade - Completed management of change package to define complete scope (piping, electrical, seal system) - Addressed root cause of failures and provided opportunity for further mechanical improvement - Applied industry API standards to ensure operating envelope is sufficient for replacement equipment - Reviewed materials of construction to improve long-term equipment lifespan

St Thomas, Ontario, Canada

Industrial cleaner and processing labourer for Canada's primary producer of rainbow trout.As a member of the cleaning team, I was responsible for ensuring that plant hygiene met CFIA standards. While working in processing, I was responsible for following industry good practices to deliver a quality product, and completing my work quickly to ensure smooth processing line operation.Achievements: - Commended by supervisors and peers for quality of work - Operated pressure washers and handled hazardous chemicals to prevent microbial growth - Coordinated tasks with team members for efficient disinfection

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Mechanical Engineering, 91% (3.94 Gpa)

Activities and Societies: University of Waterloo Formula Electric (FSAE), University of Waterloo Strength Club, Intramural volleyball

High School Diploma, 97%

Activities and Societies: Volleyball, Track and Field