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United States

Dayton, Ohio

Joined the Structural Validation Branch as an intern to provide engineering support to project engineers. Participated in and assisted with cost estimations, design conceptualization, and scheduling for potential projects. Contributed significant mechanical design work in support of multiple structural tests. Led major test efforts which resulted in an increase in established organic capabilities and core competencies. Created or modified documentation including presentations, test plans, test… Show more Joined the Structural Validation Branch as an intern to provide engineering support to project engineers. Participated in and assisted with cost estimations, design conceptualization, and scheduling for potential projects. Contributed significant mechanical design work in support of multiple structural tests. Led major test efforts which resulted in an increase in established organic capabilities and core competencies. Created or modified documentation including presentations, test plans, test reports, marketing/informational material and standard operating procedures. Show less

New Bremen, Ohio

Hired as a co-op to assist in the design of manufacturing tooling which included assembly, machining, and welding fixtures. Provided important engineering contributions to large projects such as an automated weld cell, a hydraulic machining fixture, and a manually operated weld fixture. As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer intern, completed a project that optimized tooling use between multiple lift truck models. Exposed to product lifecycle management software and special product design… Show more Hired as a co-op to assist in the design of manufacturing tooling which included assembly, machining, and welding fixtures. Provided important engineering contributions to large projects such as an automated weld cell, a hydraulic machining fixture, and a manually operated weld fixture. As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer intern, completed a project that optimized tooling use between multiple lift truck models. Exposed to product lifecycle management software and special product design processes as an intern for the Current Product group. Show less

Celina, Ohio

Started employment as a paid tutor, helping other students understand course material and study for exams. Worked into a role as a lab instructor for the EGR-1010 - Introductory Mathematics for Engineering Applications course. Became a grader and TA for multiple courses, including statistics and the EGR-1010 course recitation sessions.

Minster, Ohio

Sidney, Ohio

Anna, Ohio

Brought on to support maintenance personnel by implementing the initial organization and regular upkeep of department controlled areas. On the job training consisted of repair and troubleshooting of mechanical systems, valves and sensors, and PLCs. Contributed to the overall maintenance effort by reducing time to complete common preventative maintenance tasks and improve workplace organization. Earned promotions from entry level helper to maintenance mechanic in less than a year.

Sidney, Ohio

Hired to assemble refrigeration compressors as part of an assembly line. Performed quality checks by validating the proper combination of components being used and the monitoring the results of the assembly method, looking for defects and abnormalities. Learned numerous positions on the assembly line allowing management to cover empty positions and maintain production rates

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering, 3.45

Mechanical Engineering program with emphasis on mechanical design. Additional coursework in radar and modern radar theory.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering, 3.75

Activities and Societies: Engineering Club, Study Abroad to Jena, Germany Mechanical Engineering program with manufacturing coursework.