Career
Experience
A timeline of my work across manufacturing, robotics, tooling, and design.
- Roles
- 07
- Since
- 2016
2024- Present
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
RadiaBeam TechnologiesJan 2024 - PresentSanta Monica, California
Designing, fabricating, and documenting tooling for particle accelerator structures, including SOL linear accelerator builds, TPV tooling, RF component fixtures, and test equipment for government and research customers
Tooling & FixturingSolidWorksBrazing & WeldingDrafting & PrintsDesign for Manufacturing & AssemblyGD&TMechanical InspectionProject ManagementTechnical Documentation
- Developed and redesigned the assembly process for 2 meter long Speed of Light linear accelerator structures, scaling production from one structure to four structures at a time
- Designed brazing, welding, leak-checking, lifting, shipping, cleaning, and transport tooling to support accelerator structure manufacturing
- Assembled and vacuum brazed four SOL structures using custom tooling and revised the tooling process to support future production builds
- Repurposed SOL tooling for a 0.75 m TPV linear accelerator structure by creating new strongback designs for TPV-specific geometry, alignment, and handling
- Designed a switch test bed to simulate cup and slug alignment for frequency changes from 6 MHz to 12 MHz
- Converted preliminary SLAC designs into representative models and documentation for a C-Band compact portable linac project
- Drafted prints for assembly, inspection, brazing, and machining while documenting tooling fabrication, build, rotation cart, and assembly procedures
2022- Present
KUdos Team Captain · Lead Designer · Founding Member
KUdos VEX-UAug 2022 - PresentFlint, Michigan
Lead mechanical design, fabrication, strategy, and team operations for Kettering’s VEX U robotics team, with work across CAD, prototyping, 3D printing, CNC manufacturing, robot assembly, and competition preparation
OnshapeRobot Design & FabricationMechanism DesignPneumaticsRapid PrototypingFDM 3D PrintingCNC RoutingTechnical DocumentationMedia ProductionTeam LeadershipProject Management
- Lead design, fabrication, and overall strategy for high-performance VEX U and VEX AI robots
- Own major robot subsystems from concept through competition, including Onshape CAD, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and iteration
- Coordinate build operations by managing schedules, workflows, priorities, and team member responsibilities across the season
- Manufacture and integrate robot components using 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal, COTS parts, and custom fabricated parts
- Create and maintain technical documentation, CAD references, media, and build resources to support team development
- Mentor members on robot design, fabrication techniques, engineering decision-making, and project management
Positions
- KUdos Team Captain · May 2026 - Present
- Lead Designer · May 2026 - Present
- B-Section Team Captain · Aug 2024 - May 2026
- Lead Designer and Fabricator · Aug 2022 - May 2026
- B-Section Build Lead · Aug 2022 - Aug 2024
Awards & Achievements
- VEX AI Worlds Semi-Finalist, ranked 3rd and undefeated in qualification matches
- VEX Worlds 2024 Build Award Winner in the Innovation Division
- First team in the world, across all levels, to score on the High Stake and complete a Tier 3 climb
- Earned multiple Innovate Awards, including 2 tournament awards, 1 Signature Event award, and 1 VEX U Worlds award
- Earned VEX AI Excellence and Energy Awards
- Presented on the Finals stage to a live audience of 8,000+ with 33,000+ YouTube views
2023- Present
Robotics Center Assistant
Kettering UniversityOct 2023 - PresentFlint, Michigan
Help oversee and maintain the Kettering Robotics Center, supporting campus robotics competitions, outreach events, workshops, equipment, and teams hosted in the facility
- Assist with Robotics Center operations for FIRST, VEX, RECF, and Aerial Drone competitions hosted on campus
- Support event setup, logistics, field equipment, and day-of operations for robotics competitions and outreach events
- Collaborated with the Director of Auxiliary Services to certify and approve Bambu Lab 3D printers for campus-wide use
- Support workshops and outreach events, including FIRST in Michigan sessions focused on STEM engagement
- Help supervise and support the 8 FIRST Robotics Competition teams hosted in the Kettering Robotics Center
2021- Present
Founder and Shop Owner
PotatoPrinting3DFeb 2021 - PresentOnline
Run an online props and cosplay store, designing, 3D printing, listing, and fulfilling custom items inspired by video games, movies, and media
- Design, 3D print, finish, and sell props, cosplay items, and everyday products through an Etsy storefront
- Manage the full product pipeline, including modeling, printing, post-processing, product photography, listing, packaging, and fulfillment
- Handle customer communication, order tracking, and storefront updates to support day-to-day shop operations
2023
Engineering Co-op
Universal Machine Shop, Inc.Jun 2023 - Sep 2023Huntington Beach, California
Supported precision manufacturing work by operating CNC equipment, designing manufacturable parts, and improving shop operations through ProShop ERP implementation
- Implemented ProShop ERP to improve production tracking, workflow visibility, and shop operations
- Operated CNC lathes and mills to produce precision parts using existing programs and setups
- Designed and modeled customer parts in Onshape and Fusion 360 with manufacturability in mind
- Created and processed purchase orders, quotes, estimates, shipping labels, and invoices to support day-to-day shop operations
2016- 2022
Team Captain · Head of Technical and Systems
FRC Team 4079 - Quantum LeapAug 2016 - May 2022Cypress, California
Led a 60+ student FIRST Robotics program across robot design, fabrication, electrical systems, team operations, business, outreach, and competition preparation while helping expand the program through a junior varsity FTC team
SolidWorksRobot Design & FabricationMechanism DesignElectrical & WiringRapid PrototypingCNC RoutingTeam LeadershipProject ManagementEvent CoordinationGraphic Design
- Managed 60+ students across 1 marketing team and 2 robotics teams, overseeing goals, robot build cycles, training, funding, and operations
- Led mechanical design, CAD, fabrication, electrical systems, and controls work across multiple FRC robot seasons
- Served as the point of contact for machine shop training, safety, and technical team readiness
- Directed business and technical departments, including logistics, outreach, event coordination, and an annual budget of approximately $50,000
- Founded and developed FTC 19812 as a junior varsity robotics team to expand STEM opportunities for younger students
- Built partnerships with local and international FIRST teams and supported regional robotics events through volunteering
Positions
- Team Captain · Jun 2021 - May 2022
- Founding Member, FTC 19812 · Jun 2021 - May 2022
- Deputy Team Captain · Jun 2020 - May 2021
- Head of Technical and Systems · Jun 2018 - May 2021
- Historian and Graphic Designer · Oct 2019 - Jul 2020
- Electrical and Mechanical Engineer · Aug 2016 - May 2018
Awards & Achievements
- Aerospace Valley Regional Semi-Finalist with Ascent
- Semi-Finalist in the FIRST Robotics Competition International Innovation Challenge
Related Projects
Ascent · 2022 Competition RobotEncore · Publicity T-Shirt Cannon RobotFortune's Feud · Game Design ChallengeUpgraded Kit of Parts Drivetrain · Project X001Team 4079 SolidWorks Parts LibraryRobot Cart · Project X002Driver Station · Project X003Ascent Upgrade · 2022 Competition Upgrade ConceptRobot Cart v2 · Project X002Encore v2 · Project X004Backlash · FRC Charged Up Robot CADOverhang · FRC Charged Up Robot CAD
2020
Intern, Medical Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship
University Lab PartnersOct 2020 - Dec 2020Irvine, California
Developed a pediatric medical product concept while learning about medical device commercialization, entrepreneurship, and early-stage product development
- Developed a pediatric medical product concept aimed at improving quality of life
- Learned about financial strategy, entrepreneurship, and medical device commercialization
- Networked with industry leaders and research professionals to better understand the medical innovation process
Education
2022- 2027
B.S. Mechanical Engineering · Manufacturing Minor
Kettering UniversityOct 2022 - Jun 2027Flint, Michigan
3.92 GPAB-SectionSenior 3 Class StandingMember of Tau Beta Pi · Pi Tau Sigma · ASME
- Dean’s List · Fall 2022 · Spring 2023 · Fall 2023 · Spring 2024 · Fall 2024 · Spring 2025 · Fall 2025
- KUdos VEX-U · (Aug 2022 - Present)
- Kettering E-Sports Varsity VALORANT · Varsity Player (Jan 2022 - May 2025)
- FIRST Alumni at Kettering · General Member (Oct 2022 - Jun 2023)
- BattleBots · General Member (Oct 2022 - Jun 2023)
2019- 2023
Engineering Coursework
Cypress CollegeAug 2019 - Jun 2023Cypress, California
4.0 GPADual Enrollment Student
- Coursework · Advanced 3D SolidWorks Modeling & Simulation · Career Exploration · Computer Information Systems · Critical Analysis & Literature · Principles of Economics
2016- 2022
High School Diploma
Oxford AcademyAug 2016 - May 2022Cypress, California
4.36 Weighted GPA3.71 Unweighted GPAHonors Student
- AP Coursework · European History · US History · Spanish Language · Physics 1 · Chemistry · English Language · Government and Politics
- OA Robotics · FRC Team 4079 Quantum Leap · FTC Team 19812 Quantum Leap (Aug 2016 - May 2022)
- OA Solar Cup · Electrical and Mechanical Lead (Jun 2021 - May 2022) · Electrical Engineer (Aug 2019 - May 2021)
- OA SkillsUSA · Vice President (Jun 2021 - May 2022) · Historian and Graphic Designer (Aug 2020 - May 2021)
- OATV · Scriptwriter · Anchor · Editor (Aug 2020 - May 2022)