• Taught classes in automotive engineering and internal combustion engine building. • Authored course curriculum for both in-person and online instruction, including:o Automotive Engineering Fundamentals *new course to the collegeo Automotive Engine Repairo Automotive Engine Buildingo Hybrid and Alternative Propulsion• Created and conducted automotive labs, which encompassed course curriculum and focused on automotive engineering concepts.• Actively participated in college outreach programs that promoted the automotive program.

• Connecting rod specialist that led projects encompassing design, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), failure analysis, manufacturing, fixturing, and software integration.• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in steel / aluminum heat-treating, forging, and gain flow analysis. Led various projects, including one that introduced new steel usage resulting in a 20% increase in product longevity. • Headed the development of new fixture designs using lean manufacturing techniques with an emphasis on cycle time and ease of use by operators. • Designed FEA programs to analyze stresses in connecting rods using firing pressure, engine rpm, operating temperatures, and inertia loads. Additionally, generated FEA programs to analyze stresses in manufacturing fixturing to determine optimal tool loading, fixture clamping, and positioning.• Developed and implemented advanced CAD models incorporating machine tool paths, eliminating need for manual programing and reducing labor / production time by 35%. • Established case hardening specifications for multiple steels utilizing carburization.• Created GD&T drawings for connecting rods, fixture designs, and stage drawings for manufacturing. • Participated in OEM risk assessments (PFMEAs) identifying failure modes as well as formulating solutions and cost-effective countermeasures.• Worked closely with the sales team to obtain manufacturing contracts from OEM suppliers. This included face-to-face meetings with customers to discuss technical challenges and pricing. Customers include industry-leading brands in automotive and aerospace sectors.• Translated complex engineering topics and processes into public-facing sales material for the general public, inclusive of social media material.

• Designed pistons for high performance engine applications, with an emphasis on cycle time and durability.• Constructed engineering excel templates to accurately determine loads and stresses on piston wristpins and piston pin-bore area.• Produced 3D printed rapid protypes for validation of fixturing and piston/rod fitment. • Validated GD&T drawings for fixturing and other proprietary hardware for outside vendors.

• Provided technical assistance while working directly with customers to solve product related issues such as: assisting with product installation, resolving part clearance issues, analyzing engine parameters, and dealing with product failures.• Worked with sales managers to develop an understanding of customers’ requirements and to provide technical solutions inclusive of product roadmaps and cost reduction plans.• Transcribed engineering data into proprietary software for CNC automation.

• Assistant Instructor specializing in engine building and engine machining.• Worked under faculty members assisting students with lab tasks and course material.• Assisted lab technicians with machinery upkeep and maintenance.