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Product Development Knowledge Analyst at the Chicago DTV Lab. Specialized in electromechanical product design, manufacturing methodologies, and ideation workshops. Aerospace Defense, Automotive, Consumer electronics, advanced industries, white goods, PCBAs.

Espoo, Southern Finland, FI

• 5G Mobile Networks Small Cells Division
• Led prototype heatsink design for new 5G product in collaboration with EE and software teams.
• Analyzed small cell field failures and determined causes and solutions.
• Optimized material selection through impact simulation and testing.
• Created cost analysis for thermal gel selection on mechanical hardware.
• Designed and built an array of test setups to prove a manufacturer’s fault for fan failures.

Ames, Iowa, US

• Set up wiring systems for heat flux, temperature and humidity sensors for custom research projects.
• Programmed mobile diagnostics lab multiplexers and datalogger to collect experimental data.
• Ran thermodynamic studies to determine sources and rate of heat losss in test buildings.
• Performed troubleshooting and repairs on site to fix fluid flow issues.

Ames, Iowa, US

• Established and maintained a positive living environment in the building, developing community programming and resolving conflicts among residents.
• Conducted rounds and enforced university policy, documenting incidents as they occurred.
• Developed leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Rosemont, IL, US

• Conducted full product development of custom plastic injection molded air gap solution.
• Performed flow simulation, FEA, 3D printing, and prototype validation testing for new components.
• Led design for manufacturing (DFM) and assisted in failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
• Defined parameters and constructed setup for supply pump product life cycle test.
• Managed drawings and manual updates, adhering to ANSI standards.

Farmington, CT, US

• Independently designed, built, and tested: o Large scale wireless charging station for localization tag prototypes.o Modular vacuum gripping tool for automated press brake machinery.o Custom sheet metal shelving for.
• Prepared presentations for board of directors on factory efficiency and company direction.
• Designed and modeled multiple iterations of prototype cart docking station for research team.
• Managed localization system for customer presentations
• Assisted shop floor engineers with multiple projects and orders

Wiring Systems Project Lead o Tasks include constructing detailed CAD models, organizing team meetings and workflow, timeline planning, and constructing a master assembly.Member of composites team o Designed and constructed carbon fiber solar car components via composite layup. o Created and tested composite adhesives for structural integrity in varying.

La Crosse, WI, US

• Tested and repaired hundreds of power supply control units for a variety of clients in Cedar Rapids.
• Developed routes and operated completely autonomously to complete tasks efficiently.
• Created schedules and managed time to achieve unit goals 87% faster than expected.

• Designed and CAD modeled drone recharging station as part of honors undergraduate research.
• Collaborated with a team of other engineers to design electrical components and 3D print parts.
• Delivered presentations on design and functionality for professors and a research symposium.

Naperville, Illinois, US

Worked as a part of a team to provide emergency assistance to guests in distress. Involved in multiple real life scenarios including multiple drowning persons, broken bones, and cardiac arrest, as well as over twenty water rescues.Trained new lifeguards under J. Ellis and Associates guidelines. Simulated water and land emergencies, and assessed trainees on.

Naperville, Illinois, US

Led a small team of workers to remove snow from the parking lots and sidewalks of warehouses and businesses via shovels, snow blowers and truck mounted plows.

Naperville, IL, US

Interacted with customers to take orders, deliver food, and provide a pleasant experience.Worked with kitchen staff and management to set up and efficiently operate dining events.

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Ged, High School