Chief Engineer @ Spartan Racing Baja SAE | Mechanical Engineer Focusing on Mechatronics | Skilled in Engineering, Leadership, and Vehicle Design/Testing | Seeking Full-Time Positions
Education
San Jose State University
BS, Mechanical Engineer, Emphasis in Mechatronics | Minor: Robotics
Aug 2021 - May 2024
BS, Mechanical Engineer, Emphasis in Mechatronics | Minor: Robotics
Aug 2021 - May 2024
Foothill College
AS, Engineering; AS, Mathematics; AS, Physics, Engineering
Jun 2021
AS, Engineering; AS, Mathematics; AS, Physics, Engineering
Jun 2021
Experience
Baja SAE Chief Engineer
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
July 2023 - May 2024
• Leading a team of 25+ engineers through design reviews, fabrication, and testing of an off-road Baja vehicle, ensuring adherence to competition regulations
• Direct suspension and powertrain sub-teams to implement data-driven component improvements for optimized vehicle performance
• Pioneer testing operations, including planning test routes, gathering accelerometer and shock potentiometer data, and conducting failure analysis
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
July 2023 - May 2024
• Leading a team of 25+ engineers through design reviews, fabrication, and testing of an off-road Baja vehicle, ensuring adherence to competition regulations
• Direct suspension and powertrain sub-teams to implement data-driven component improvements for optimized vehicle performance
• Pioneer testing operations, including planning test routes, gathering accelerometer and shock potentiometer data, and conducting failure analysis
Baja SAE President/Treasurer
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Aug 2022 - July 2023
• Managed a team of 25+ members in the development of an off-road racing vehicle, coordinating meetings, delegating tasks, and tracking progress
• Employed strong leadership and communication skills to meet tight project deadlines on a $55,000 budget
• Prepared vehicle for competition through oversight of design, analysis, fabrication, and testing phases
• Orchestrated modifications between dynamic events to optimize vehicle performance on changing terrain
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Aug 2022 - July 2023
• Managed a team of 25+ members in the development of an off-road racing vehicle, coordinating meetings, delegating tasks, and tracking progress
• Employed strong leadership and communication skills to meet tight project deadlines on a $55,000 budget
• Prepared vehicle for competition through oversight of design, analysis, fabrication, and testing phases
• Orchestrated modifications between dynamic events to optimize vehicle performance on changing terrain
Baja SAE Data Acquisition Lead
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Jan 2022 - July 2023
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Jan 2022 - July 2023
• Researched, selected, and implemented a $7500 data acquisition system to evaluate vehicle dynamics
• Designed wiring harnesses for wheel speed, suspension position, and engine performance data
• Evaluated low-cost options for data acquisition and integrated components with other sub-teams
• Developed testing plans and procedures aligned with SAE standards for accelerometer, shock position, and environmental measurements
• Designed wiring harnesses for wheel speed, suspension position, and engine performance data
• Evaluated low-cost options for data acquisition and integrated components with other sub-teams
• Developed testing plans and procedures aligned with SAE standards for accelerometer, shock position, and environmental measurements
Baja Team Member
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
AUG 2021 - Dec 2021
• Trained new and current team members to operate lathe and mill while following OSHA guidelines for shop safety
• Utilized manual mill & lathe to make suspension components, reducing outside manufacturing cost
• Developed knowledge in machining, welding, and shop safety
• Interacted with a dynamic group of students with a wide range of backgrounds
• Gained an understanding of vehicle dynamics
• Fabricated mission-critical parts under time pressure
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
AUG 2021 - Dec 2021
• Trained new and current team members to operate lathe and mill while following OSHA guidelines for shop safety
• Utilized manual mill & lathe to make suspension components, reducing outside manufacturing cost
• Developed knowledge in machining, welding, and shop safety
• Interacted with a dynamic group of students with a wide range of backgrounds
• Gained an understanding of vehicle dynamics
• Fabricated mission-critical parts under time pressure
Lab Equipment Technician Student Assistant
San Jose State Biology Dept San Jose, CA
July 2023 - Present
• Diagnose issues with various lab equipment, including but not limited to Microscopes, Incubators, Water Baths
• Reverse Engineer equipment repair procedures while maintaining the accuracy of the calibration
• Independently managing time and projects while staying cost-effective, saving the department $1000s on replacements
San Jose State Biology Dept San Jose, CA
July 2023 - Present
• Diagnose issues with various lab equipment, including but not limited to Microscopes, Incubators, Water Baths
• Reverse Engineer equipment repair procedures while maintaining the accuracy of the calibration
• Independently managing time and projects while staying cost-effective, saving the department $1000s on replacements
College-Funded Engineering Project
Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA
Jan 2021 - Jun 2021
• Problem-solved manufacturing and development process for a small-scale project
• Improved ability and understanding of design in 3-D CAD
• Learned about developing a 3-D printed mold for silicone
• Led a team under time pressure to design a functional prototype rapidly
Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA
Jan 2021 - Jun 2021
• Problem-solved manufacturing and development process for a small-scale project
• Improved ability and understanding of design in 3-D CAD
• Learned about developing a 3-D printed mold for silicone
• Led a team under time pressure to design a functional prototype rapidly
Embedded Math Tutor
Foothill-De Anza Community College District, Los Altos Hills, CA
Sep 2019 - Jun 2021
• Facilitated workshop sessions and small group activities
• Gave individualized guidance to students from the perspective of an experienced college student
Foothill-De Anza Community College District, Los Altos Hills, CA
Sep 2019 - Jun 2021
• Facilitated workshop sessions and small group activities
• Gave individualized guidance to students from the perspective of an experienced college student
Retail Supervisor
SF Giants Dugout Store, Palo Alto, CA
Dec 2014 - Mar 2020
• 5.25 years of Customer Service training
• Managed in a team-based environment
• Trained, developed, and supervised employees
• Supervised operations
SF Giants Dugout Store, Palo Alto, CA
Dec 2014 - Mar 2020
• 5.25 years of Customer Service training
• Managed in a team-based environment
• Trained, developed, and supervised employees
• Supervised operations
Operator
Geno Machino inc San Jose, CA
Nov 2018 - Jan 2019
• Taught to operate a 3-axis CNC machine for small-run manufacturing
• Loaded CNC machine with composite materials and performed operation to mass manufacture part
• Inspected manufactured components for defects in tolerancing and workmanship daily
Geno Machino inc San Jose, CA
Nov 2018 - Jan 2019
• Taught to operate a 3-axis CNC machine for small-run manufacturing
• Loaded CNC machine with composite materials and performed operation to mass manufacture part
• Inspected manufactured components for defects in tolerancing and workmanship daily
Skills and Proficiencies
Technical: Additive Manufacturing (FDM), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Python, MATLAB, C
Experience: Teamwork, Retail and Customer Service, Technical support, English (Native), French (Basic)
Experience: Teamwork, Retail and Customer Service, Technical support, English (Native), French (Basic)
Certifications
CSWA Mechanical Design
Dassault Systèmes
2023
Dassault Systèmes
2023