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Huntsville, AL, US

Technical Evaluation: Utilized engineering principles to assess the structural integrity and mechanical systems of properties. This includes evaluating HVAC systems, electrical systems, and overall building condition to provide clients with detailed and accurate information.Client Consultation and Needs Analysis: Conducted thorough needs assessments with.

San Diego, California, US

- Saw a tethered UAS from preliminary design to final prototype in a year’s time with a team of 10- Designed tether spool to accommodate two tether lengths whilst staying lightweight and manufacturable- Machined 20+ distinct prototype parts on manual mill and manual lathe- Designed and 3D Printed prototype parts including circuit board mounts and custom.

Zurich, ZH, CH

• Customer Successo Maintained positive relationships with 40+ customers and external partners across North America via demonstrations, training, support, and repairso Communicated with development team in Switzerland to.
• Manufacturing Scalingo Developed assembly processes, troubleshot failures, solved issues on the assembly line in real timeo Designed a tracker that directed mass production based on build-to-order practiceso Created.
• Product Validation Campaigno Managed a four-week campaign with six fire departments to quantifiably validate the Fotokite’s design. This included delivery, training, data collection, and customer support.
• Proof of Concept Sales Integrationo Managed integration and delivery of two Rooftop Fotokites to Axon Fleet sales enablement vehicleso Developed custom integrations by working with our internal development team.

Ann Arbor, MI, US

- Run machines for student projects such as waterjet, laser cutter, 3-axis CNC mill, manual mill, manual lathe, and 3D PLA and SLA Printers- Manage tools in the tool crib and check students in and out of manual mills and lathes- Aid students in their machining projects whenever necessary- Maintain "PrintrBot" 3D Printers in order to keep student projects.

Livonia, MI, US

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

• Manage five system leads to achieve the overall goal of designing, manufacturing, and testing a vehicle capable of the system requirements laid out by the team and SpaceX
• Lead technical meetings between system leads and directors of CAD, manufacturing, and analysis to discuss timelines, possible integration issues, and facilitate and encourage cross-system communication
• Facilitate design reviews at all stages of design to pinpoint possible system improvements such as manufacturability, integration, and ease of assembly and testing

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

• Attended the 2019 SpaceX Hyperloop competition, where I worked with the team to redesign and reanalyze systems on the Pod as SpaceX requested, as well as composed technical documents to describe processes carried out.
• Reviewed designs of each subsystem to ensure optimal design for manufacturability and design for assembly
• Optimized designs as part of a team to minimize mass while maintaining the designs’ structure and purpose
• Transcribed, within a team, a 26-page technical document detailing the specifics of the propulsion system, including discussions about trade studies, product selection, custom components, manufacturing, and analysis
• Designed, performed Finite Element Analysis, and conducted image rendering on several parts of the Pod

Göteborg, SE

• Designed and manufactured a prototype brake timing test rig to verify the implementation of new brake pneumatics to make improvements to current and future truck models
• Designed a custom brake caliper for the 2019 Volvo Baja Car, reducing weight by 40% compared to an OEM brake caliper
• Worked in a team to develop the 2019 Volvo Baja Car's brake system specifications, including hydraulic pressure, and master cylinder, rotor, and caliper piston diameter.
• Disassembled driving and steering axles of a scrap truck to harvest parts for the brake timing test rig prototype
• Worked on the assembly line at New River Valley to witness design for assembly in a real-world application

• Designed the 2017 car’s hydraulic system, including lines, fittings, and mounting
• Performed Finite Element Analysis on all brake components, including front and rear calipers, rotors, and line fittings
• Repaired and maintained brake systems on past cars, as well as creating mock-ups of different system configurations to test new concepts

• Created an autonomous solar-powered camera system for a research buoy in Lake Superior to monitor wave direction and height, enhance the public facing aspect of the buoy system, and improve mariner safety
• Aided in a week of surveying field work in Luna Pier and Cedarville, MI to measure wetland depth and map coastal lines
• Learned the subsystems of a boat’s mechanisms, as well as how to maintain and operate them on and off the water

-Worked under Dr. Laura Alford with a team of four to design a low-cost microfiber filter for wastewater treatment plants-Tested fiber-contaminated water with a series of variables, including filter type, filter angle, and water pressure-Presented work and findings to the public during the annual UROP Research Symposium-Recognized at the 2016 National.

-Explored STEM fields through classes designed to aid in the transition from high school to college-Developed academically and professionally through workshops with faculty and sponsors

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Systems Engineering And Design

Bachelor’S Degree, Bse, Mechanical Engineering

High School