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Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, On, Ca

•Develop solutions for the high pressure die cast industry, specifically using 3D printed, conformally cooled tooling inserts•Participate in day to day activities associated with metal additive manufacturing (apply best AM design practices, build preparation, post processing, troubleshooting problems)•Manage production of inserts (order intake, setting up jobs, scheduling, coordinating with production and machinists, adhering to project timeline, communication with customers)•Regular use of ANSYS, NX, MAGMA, MAGICS, EOSPRINT and nTOP

Kingston, Ontario

Graduated from the Structural and Multidisciplinary Systems Design Lab (SMSD) under the supervision of Dr. Il Yong Kim. Specializing in finite element analysis and multi-disciplinary design and optimization.Structural and Multidisciplinary Systems Design Group (SMSD) - http://ilyongkim.caThesis Project - Design for Additive Manufacturing: Cost and Time Minimization• Developed a novel mathematical methodology to minimize the support material required to manufacture a part with additive manufacturing• Methodology utilizes topology optimization to determine the optimal distribution of material within a given design space, while simultaneously optimizing the build orientation

Kingston, Ontario

MECH 396/398 - Inclusivity and Diversity• Facilitated open, thoughtful and professional discussion about discrimination. Developed case studies to highlight equity and diversity issues in the workplace.(https://me.queensu.ca/Courses/MECH398.html#CPDescriptn)MECH 323 - Machine Design• 3D printing technician - printed all components for a gearbox course project. Promoted student learning in the fundamentals of mechanical design (solid mechanics, static and fatigue failure theory, gear system design).(https://me.queensu.ca/Courses/MECH323.html)MECH 213 - Manufacturing Methods• Bending Laboratory TA - Provided students with theory and hands on technical training related to bending operations. Followed proper workshop safety and practices. (https://me.queensu.ca/Courses/MECH213.html)APSC 162 ─ Engineering Graphics• Assist students with creating engineering drawings and following engineering drafting conventions. Taught the fundamentals of engineering design and introduced students to Computer Aided Design software.(https://calendar.engineering.queensu.ca/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=7&coid=4145)

Longueuil, Quebec

• Working with both the numerical methods and fluid systems group to develop and introduce fluid based optimization tools into the conventional design cycle for R&D engineers• Focus on maximizing performance (i.e. turbine efficiency) with cost effective and manufacturable design• Developed advanced CFD models to validate optimization results - run on supercomputing unix cluster• Developed skills related to mechanical design and numerical simulation for aerospace engineering (CATIAv5, ANSYS Fluent, ICEM Meshing, python, Optistruct)

Kingston, On

• Designed, manufactured and raced a prototype vehicle with the goal of fuel efficiency• Member of the engine and drivetrain team (gasoline engine)• Experience in collaborating within and communicating with an interdisciplinary team• Designed and manufactured sprockets for the drive-train using SolidWorks, optimized sprocket material layout using topology optimization (OptiStruct), validated design with finite element analysis (ANSYS)• Engine tuning and exhaust system design; gather data through testing, analyze the data and react to the results to optimize engine performance for fuel efficiency

Alberta, Canada

3 Summer Terms (Total 12 months)2 Summer terms in Bonnyville Area (Heavy Oil)• Operate a heavy oil field run with approximately 30 oil wells • Coordinate and manage service providers (fluid haulers, presser trucks, flush-by units, service rigs, etc.) • Optimize well production• Increased production in a cost effective manner from 270 m3/day to 305 m3/day • Troubleshoot and problem solve when wells are not producing or down1 Summer term in Grande Prairie (Natural Gas Plant Operator)• Operated in a natural gas plant • Pigged pipelines; broke hydrates in gas lines • Assisted mechanics (servicing compressors, preventative maintenance, etc.) • Understood the safety procedures and dangers associated with high pressure systems

Master Of Applied Science - Masc, Mechanical Engineering, First Class Honours

Activities and Societies: Queen's Badminton club, Queen's Yoga club, Intramurals - hockey, basketball, volleyball Research in Design.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Mechanical Engineering, First Class Honours

Activities and Societies: Queen’s University Supermileage Design Team, Queen's Badminton club, Queen's Yoga club, Intramurals - hockey.

High School Diploma