Design and Manufacturing Engineer, Systemair – Lenexa, KS

Sept 2021 – Present

• Automated a tedious and dangerous workcell with a six axis robot, allowing for runs of thousands of parts with minimal human interaction.
• Implemented a new end-of-line tester, which fully automated the test process, protected operators from 1500V shocks, and with the new level of precision catches future returns.
• Led the addition of two new product families to our facility, including revamping the CAD and drawings, along with full prototyping and pilot runs, with successful handoffs to production.
• Programmed helper programs in Python to automate repetitive tasks that were tedious or easy to blunder.
• Performed wind tunnel performance testing of 30+ fans, including analysis and recommending design change for underperforming fans.
• Routinely led firefighting efforts out on the line, troubleshooting problems, interpreting drawings, and calibrating test equipment.

Mechanical Engineer II, Black and Veatch – Overland Park, KS

May 2018 – Sept 2021

• Contributed to the design process for military and intelligence installations.
• Generated HVAC, chilled water, and plumbing calculations and drawings.
• Helped develop specifications for projects alongside senior mechanical engineers.
• Worked cross discipline with electrical, civil, and architectural engineers.
• Worked with vendors to size and select equipment.

Product Design Intern, Cummins Inc. – Minneapolis, MN

May 2017 – Aug 2017

• Led the endurance testing for a RV Engine Generator.
• Assisted in testing and design decisions.
• Shadowed senior engineers throughout the design process.

Corn Maze Rake

Designed a pull behind rake for a skid steer loader to knock down dirt piles generated by the tracks while turning. Utilized back of the napkin calculations and drawings to then work with a welder to make a finished product.

Amateur Game Design

Design, prototype, and program basic software and board games in my free time to hone my programming skills and keep the creative juices flowing.