Mechanical engineer, designer, and sustainable energy enthusiast with expertise in system-level development and integration of optics, electronics, and mechanical systems with an emphasis on thermal engineering.I am eager to collaborate in a team-oriented environment, leveraging my design and research skills to applications such as waste heat recovery, sustainable energy technologies, and climate change-related science.I have over 10 years’ experience in both contract R&D and laboratory environments designing, constructing, and testing laser-based sensors, with a passion for continuous learning both in the workplace and in the classroom. Experienced in all stages of product development (benchtop proof-of-concept; prototype construction and testing; technology transfer for large-scale production). Strong background in effective technical communication through proposal writing, design reviews, and project status reporting.