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• Managed development of Marvel Superhero themed toys, adhering to timelines in collaboration with Marketing, Project Management, & Design. Supported high-visibility product lines including Avengers and Spider-Man• Oversee Marvel Kid & Preschool Engineering by leading 3 engineers & co-ops, increasing R&D scope to 100+ annual products through collaborative & creative efforts• Reduced production costs of toys to target predetermined profit margin while maintaining quality & safety of… Show more • Managed development of Marvel Superhero themed toys, adhering to timelines in collaboration with Marketing, Project Management, & Design. Supported high-visibility product lines including Avengers and Spider-Man• Oversee Marvel Kid & Preschool Engineering by leading 3 engineers & co-ops, increasing R&D scope to 100+ annual products through collaborative & creative efforts• Reduced production costs of toys to target predetermined profit margin while maintaining quality & safety of product• Assessed tooling portfolio to strategize most efficient development process in accordance with ~$10 million annual budget• Developed cost forecasts in partnership with Marketing to maximize product revenue• Recruited to stretch assignment to implement demonstrated process improvements to Star Wars Black Series portfolio, including tooling investment efficiencies, removing workflow obstacles, & finding value opportunities• Corresponded with manufacturing partners in Hong Kong, China, and Vietnam throughout pre-production process• Developed & implemented a cross-functional project management system for Action Brands through SharePoint & Teams sites to streamline workflow of 150 employees, saving 6,000 hours annually. Presented progress & results to executive leadership. Show less

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Pawtucket Rhode Island

Enforced safety at the school pool.

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

• Assessed the safety and quality of toys both in production and in development and brainstormed solutions to concerns• Performed tests to ensure compliance to global safety regulations• Observed trends in returned products and presented findings to local and international project engineers• Designed and developed a new toy for an existing Hasbro brand with a team of 5 co-ops, by engineering prototypes, performing cost analysis, and presenting original toy design to executive… Show more • Assessed the safety and quality of toys both in production and in development and brainstormed solutions to concerns• Performed tests to ensure compliance to global safety regulations• Observed trends in returned products and presented findings to local and international project engineers• Designed and developed a new toy for an existing Hasbro brand with a team of 5 co-ops, by engineering prototypes, performing cost analysis, and presenting original toy design to executive leadership Show less

Marlborough, Massachusetts

I learned how to use the company's new CNC machine (ProtoTRAK A.G.E. 3) and diagnosed any issues with it. I also learned BobCAD/CAM software and assisted the senior Mechanical Engineer in putting together prototypes for future products.

Enforced safety to patrons at the club pool.

Controlled the auditorium lighting and sound equipment during school and community shows and events.

Assembled bulk orders of awards per request of customers.

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering, 3.8 Gpa

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering, 3.8 Gpa

Graduated with High Distinction