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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Developed a payload within the Space School Program to analyze stratospheric balloons' viability for performing atmospheric surveys.• Operated the payload up to a 15km altitude.• Utilized an Arduino interface and radio waves to actively communicate payload data to the ground.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

• Developed the Antenna Deployment System for a 3U CubeSat; a prototype satellite built for competition with Canadian Universities. • Collaborated with peers to re-design the satellite chassis using Computer-Aided Design (CAD).• Conducted Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on the chassis, including force and thermal analysis.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

• Supported the mechanical and electrical departments on 100+ projects. • Performed calculations and created designs for sanitary, storm, domestic water, and HVAC systems.• Drafted mechanical systems, electrical systems, and architectural floor plans using AutoCAD. Conducted heat loss and HVAC load calculations, using HAP (Hourly Analysis Program).• Assisted in conducting field reviews to investigate mechanical, electrical and fire protection systems.• Facilitated the plumbing design of a multi-unit residential piping replacement as the mechanical design lead for the project.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Collaborated with team members to improve the previous Space Frame Chassis design and its ergonomic components for Queen’s 2023 Formula SAE Vehicle. • Conducted FEA in Solidworks on the improved frame to predict rigidity. • Contributed to physical testing using a model chassis to improve cockpit ergonomics. • Ensured parts were ergonomically sound and followed FSAE rules. • Conducted a Monocoque Chassis research report.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Developed an open-ended engineering design challenge for the Queen's Engineering Competition, a conference-style case competition that aims to inspire excellence through competition within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. • Collaborated with a team of 20+ peers to manage the event for 130+ competitors. • Managed budgetary constraints and networked with alumni to obtain judges for the competition. • Conducted the Senior Engineering Design Challenge for 32 competitors.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed mechanical intuition to diagnose problems and create solutions. • Performed 200+ repairs and 200+ builds with high customer satisfaction. • Maintained high-level product knowledge and conducted $20,000+ in merchandise sales. • Utilized interpersonal skills to assist an average of 40 customers per day.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Lead a group of six to plan, coordinate and execute weekly events for the Soccer Club of Toronto.• Created schedules and activities based on logistics and club objectives. • Developed effective systems to manage a group of approximately 60 individuals on a weekly basis.

Bachelor Of Engineering And Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering

High School Diploma, 92% (Senior Year)

Activities and Societies: Varsity Soccer, Model United Nations, Economics Club.