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South Carolina, United States

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Graded and Led lab sections for Control Instrument Components, aiding students in the application of control mechanisms including programmable logic controllers, operational amplifiers, and microcontrollers.• Instructed an upper-level lecture section of Modern Manufacturing Processes, teaching students the details behind a wide range of processes including additive manufacturing, assembly methods, machining, and casting.• Led over 350 students in the Introduction to Mechanical Engineering lab to disassemble and reassemble a 4-stroke lawnmower engine while lecturing on the various components and functions of the combustion engine.

Birmingham, Al

• Updated, modeled, and created new drawings for outdated hydraulic cylinder designs using SolidWorks. • Deployed lean manufacturing and 5S techniques to reduce time waste in the machine shop. • Utilized problem solving skills for various projects such as packaging and go/no go gauge designs.

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Led a team of 6 in a project to design and manufacture a small-scale dynamometer to test RC car engine efficiency.• Responsible for coordinating team meetings, establishing and overseeing the timely execution of short-term and long-term goals, and maintaining a line of communication with our faculty advisor.• Designed and manufactured key structural components using SolidWorks and the student machine lab.

University Of Alabama

• Maintain continuous surveillance of pools to ensure safety of patrons using Red Cross Lifeguard certification.• Organize all pool equipment to ensure a positive appearance for patrons.• Maintain a safe environment with certifications in Red Cross CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen.• Oversee the attendance of 50+ members and guests per shift via Fusion Software.

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Served as the executive council supervisor for chapter rituals, alumni relations, and marketing.• Ensured all chapter rituals were deciphered and conducted properly.• Assisted alumni in the creation of the Tau Chapter Alumni Association of the Chi Phi Fraternity.

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Served as the executive council supervisor for recruitment, new member education, and transition.• Created and maintained a database of 500+ potential members.• Wrote and administered the implementation of a safe and productive new member education plan for 40 new members.

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Served as the executive council supervisor for academics, philanthropy, and national accreditation.• Recorded, distributed, and archived minutes for all chapter and executive council meetings.

Tuscaloosa, Al

• Established the annual Volleyball for Veterans philanthropy event which raised over $1500 in its first year.• Partnered with two organizations to create an annual Easter Egg Hunt for the Boys and Girls Club of West Alabama.

Pelham, Al

• Worked summers with iron workers installing conveyor systems and ID fans.• Shadowed the project manager on multiple shutdowns of various lengths, learning the details behind scheduling and cost management, as well as how to handle day-to-day site operations.• Supervised the use of OSHA regulated work methods by the entire crew.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

Focus in Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Reliability Maintenance.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Chi Phi Fraternity, Honors College, Pi Tau Sigma (Mechanical Engineering Honors Fraternity), ASME, Phi Eta Sigma.

Education record

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, Mu Alpha Theta, National Forensics League (Debate Honor Society), Engineering Academy.