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Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Owned the mechanical design of a high-volume stereo depth camera. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, led rapid prototype development from concept to production. Interfaced with ID team to refine design and with manufacturing partners for DFM feedback on PCB, die cast, and injection molded parts. Performed rigorous tolerance stack-up analysis.

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Designed and built models, prototypes, and test fixtures using 3D printing, metal, wood, fabric, and foam.Completed FEA on pressure vessels using Creo Simulate to investigate design feasibility and refine geometry.Evaluated and recorded the performance of various aquatic prototypes using Naval facilities and equipment.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Managed the maintenance and print queue of several 3D printers for the student-led group NU Enabling Engineering.Optimized the part orientation, infill geometry, resolution, slice height, and temperature for printing.Fixed various issues preventing the printers from properly functioning included unclogging the extruders, cleaning the print beds, and fine.

Pasadena, CA

Investigated the effects of Martian dust, thermal cycling, and vacuum on bit carousel hardware and sensors. Streamlined sensor Packaging Qualification and Verification (PQV) tests to save an estimated $100,000.Utilized NX with Teamcenter to design ground support equipment and actuated mechanisms for testing.Produced technical documents with detailed.

Chelmsford, MA

Created CAD models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks. Worked with vendors to order components.Built Centaur robot prototypes, troubleshot assembly issues, and implemented corrective design changes.Machined intricate aluminum parts using a CNC mill and lathe for rapid prototyping and reworking.

Longmeadow, MA

Assisted with construction work including demolition, framing, drywall, finish work, and assembling commercial kitchen equipment.Distributed and utilized building materials, machinery, and tools in a team environment with an emphasis on speed and safety.Interpreted blueprints to monitor site progress and determine next appropriate tasks.

Longmeadow, MA

Interacted with other lifeguards and members to uphold club rules.Maintained aquatic areas and equipment with a focus on cleanliness and safety.Performed proper pool maintenance and recording of pool chemicals.

Boston, MA

Configured, repaired, installed, and upgraded computer hardware and software.Troubleshot various computer issues for faculty and graduate students.

Longmeadow, MA

Assisted staff with ordering, processing payments, food preparation, and food delivery.Provided professional, helpful, and friendly customer service.Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment and ingredients.

Springfield, Massachusetts Area

Volunteer PositionSupervised and entertained groups of 10-15 children ages 5-8 in both a classroom setting and while exploring museum exhibits.Taught children introductory science lessons, basic carpentry skills, proper use of tools, and safety measures in an engaging and fun environment.

Wilbraham, MA

Completed various masonry jobs under supervision of a master stonemason including building a 150 ft dry stone wall by hand.Split stones using feather and wedges, moved large piles of rock, learned to carve stone letters using a chisel and mallet.