• Elected to be team lead for autonomous controls for Y1 of the EcoCAR EV Challenge• Researched the application of Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) technology, for Adaptive Cruise Control, to advance connected and automated vehicle technology for the EcoCAR Mobility Challenge • Developed data processing tools in MATLAB to process CAN data and verify sensor fusion functionality • Developed lane assignment algorithm in MATLAB and C++ to track surrounding vehicles/objects • Developed and tested fault detection and reporting system in C++ to validate system safety requirements

• Implemented several kaizens, while coordinating with different groups, to improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE) of final assembly for a Tier 1 automotive supplier product• Identified root causes of unstable OEE on assembly line and successfully proposed long term improvement plan to upper management • Led project to improve knowledge transfer for new associates by installing 6 line-side tablets to provide associates with easy access to resources for troubleshooting, maintenance, and machine recovery• Utilized 3-D printing technology and SOLIDWORKS to create jigs, part holders, component prototypes, and tools for solving line-side issues and streamlining machine recovery• Analyzed data trends, tracked kaizen effectiveness, and managed improvement schedules to guide buildup of OEE improvement goals

• Designing human interface for the Orthotic Lower-body Locomotive Exoskeleton (OLL-E)• Assisted in construction of OLL-E• Designed and constructed test stand for OLL-E

• Gained communication skills through customer interaction• Tracked inventory and handled online communications• Learned the inner workings of a small business