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Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Developed and standardized documentation and workflows for a newly formed project team, driving a 30% increase in operational efficiency across 30 sites, with over 70% being new construction and the remainder retrofit projects.Executed layout design modifications that resulted in $2M in cost savings, enhancing operational efficiency and increasing throughput by 25% in warehouse operations.Proactively developed computer simulations to model warehouse processes in proposed layouts for new buildings, improving design confidence and reducing design iteration time by 40%, while providing data-driven insights for decision-making well before construction beginsSpearheaded the development and implementation of process improvements and safety metrics for a new transportation team, ensuring warehouse dock door and parking stall capacity met daily demand expectations, and providing creative solutions to address potential capacity shortfalls to maintain throughput.Delivered data-driven presentations on project findings and strategic initiatives to C-suite executives, driving informed decision-making and demonstrating project impacts on key performance metrics.Chaired the Target Team Diversity and Inclusivity initiative, successfully engaging over 100 team members in discussions and activities, resulting in a measurable increase in employee satisfaction and engagement scores.Planned and executed events for the Target Engineering Month Committee, leading content creation and promoting inclusivity, which contributed to a 15% increase in team participation during engineering-focused celebrations.

Storrs, Ct, Us

Actively advised and led the Engineering Ambassadors Network, connecting underrepresented minorities through hands-on demonstrations that ignite excitement for engineering, incorporating a three-pronged approach: mentorship, professional networking, and outreachServed as Program Coordinator, Advisor, and Mentor for Engineering and STEM cohorts, fostering student engagement and success through comprehensive support and mentorship initiatives.Developed and implemented curriculum for technical communication courses, focusing on making STEM principles accessible to all audience’s activities to enhance learning outcomes.Committed to empowering underrepresented minorities in STEM through mentorship and outreach programs. Organized onsite STEM events at UConn for 100 fifth-grade students each semester and conceived the inaugural STEM Night at the CT Science Museum, engaging 200 local children over four successful years until COVID-19.Fostered a collaborative learning environment that enhanced transferable project management skills, including curriculum development, stakeholder engagement, effective communication, scope management, and the creation of project charters while teaching strategies to avoid scope creepInstructed technical communication principles to students, focusing on practical applications in writing and presenting technical content effectively.Created and facilitated hands-on STEM projects and accompanying presentations within the curriculum, promoting experiential learning and engaging students in real-world engineering challenges.

Successfully managed multiple engineering teams and projects simultaneously, serving as Integrated Product Team Lead for 4 key projects, including two commercial redesign tasks and two root cause investigations, ensuring alignment of schedules and budgets across both roles.Designed and optimized hardware components using CAD, collaborating with engineers and suppliers. Led a root cause analysis of faulty rotor inspections, reducing scrap rates by 30%. Achieved Green Belt certification by implementing corrective actions, and further cut scrap by 20% through quality notification analysis and targeted repairs.Led the redesign of additive manufacturing parts for the Geared Turbofan a Military Engine project, achieving a $1.5M cost savings through optimized hardware features and innovative design approaches.Delivered comprehensive project findings and technical reviews to diverse audiences, including Chief Engineers, Directors, FAA, and military personnel, enhancing stakeholder engagement and ensuring clear communication of project impacts and outcomes.Spearheaded redesign and testing for military turbine exhaust cases, conducting trade studies that led to corrective actions and $250K in development cost savings; developed and implemented engineering standard work to enhance design consistency.Completed a rotation program in hot section engineering, culminating in a project lead role overseeing three additional projects, earning the Assad Hejazi Excellence in Engineering nomination by the Chief Engineer in 2020.Chaired the Pratt & Whitney Women's Council and served as Community Involvement Lead, conceptualizing and leading initiatives like Soaring Into STEM Day, which engaged over 200 students in STEM education and promoted diversity in engineering.

East Hartford, Ct, Us

Leveraged advanced modeling skills in Unigraphics to optimize design operations, achieving a 15% reduction in project spending while ensuring compliance with industry standards.Led revisions of manuals and processes, enhancing team efficiency and preparing for technical reviews of redesigned hardware, while developing a systematic approach to address quality issues.Transitioned from advanced engineering internships to full-time roles, demonstrating upward mobility through a strong focus on structural engineering and design, while building cohesive team dynamics across projects.Developed effective collaboration and communication skills, leading to a seamless shift into design-focused roles that emphasized teamwork and alignment with organizational goals.

Storrs, Ct, Us

Tutor Student Athletes in Matlab and French History

East Hartford, Ct, Us

Conducted dynamic analysis using Abaqus for complex assemblies, determining part life and identifying high-stress areas, which informed root cause investigations and enhanced hardware durability.Utilized ANSYS Classic for finite element analysis, producing critical static and dynamic analysis reports that supported thermal mapping and vibration simulations.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Led the Patent Opportunity Research Project, collaborating with inventors to evaluate the applicability of approximately 50 patents in engine design, driving innovation and contributing to strategic product development.Presented findings to cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and enhancing communication regarding patent initiatives and design solutions.

Master Of Engineering (M.Eng.), Mechanical Engineering

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering