About
I am a mechanical engineering student who enjoys solving real world problems through design, testing, and building. Whether it is a personal project or a team build, I like turning ideas into feasible, purposeful solutions. My focus areas are CAD design, finite element analysis, and manufacturing, and I am especially interested in seeing a design through to a real, manufactured product.
I am currently growing my engineering skills through Rensselaer Motorsport (FSAE), expanding my experience with design and manufacturing, and looking for internships where I can contribute while continuing to learn, particularly in mechanical design, CAD, prototyping, and manufacturing.
Outside of studies and professional work, I study the cello, work out at the gym, and try to learn something new every day, whether it is photography, web design, marketing, or another new skill.
Skills
Design & CAD
Siemens NXSolidWorksSolidWorks SimulationComputer-Aided Design (CAD)Finite Element Analysis (FEA)GD&T
Manufacturing
Manual MachiningCNC MachiningMastercamWeldingBrazingLean ManufacturingProduct Development & Launch
Technical Tools
Google WorkspaceMicrosoft OfficePythonTypeScript
Professional Skills
LeadershipPublic SpeakingCustomer ServiceCommunicationTeamworkPersonal Care Services
Engineering Portfolio
Experience
Production Engineering Intern — Cleaveland/Price Inc.
- Conducted detailed time studies of machining operations across the manufacturing floor, capturing cycle times, setup times, and process variables to inform facility planning and equipment layout
- Audited job times against work orders to uncover discrepancies and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
- Partnered with production and engineering teams to translate findings into actionable process and layout recommendations using lean manufacturing principles
- Developed analytical frameworks to standardize the time study process, improving data consistency and repeatability
- Built calculators to estimate job times from part characteristics and process parameters, enabling more reliable quoting and scheduling
- Created an AI agent to automate data aggregation from time studies for the calculators
Lean ManufacturingProcess ImprovementAutomation
May 2026 – Aug 2026
Full Member — Rensselaer Motorsport (FSAE)
- Part of the aero team designing, testing, and building a revised aero kit for the upcoming car
- Conducted FEA on the rear wing truss using SolidWorks, improving Factor of Safety by 1.4 to aid aero development
- Manufactured jigs, suspension components, and aero package components
- Served as race marshal, monitoring race conditions and responding to track debris to ensure driver and team safety
SolidWorksSolidWorks SimulationManufacturing
Aug 2025 – Present
Troy, NY
Director of IT — Sen Engineering Solutions
- Built and launched a fully dynamic Next.js website to repair site functionality and modernize brand identity (sentransformer.com)
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, security system, and online-meeting issues
- Mediated contract and planning discussions with manufacturers and customers
Next.jsIT SystemsLeadership
Jun 2024 – Present
Pittsburgh, PA
Dining Room Server — Juniper Communities
- Delivered meals promptly and accurately in accordance with dietary restrictions and resident preferences
- Fostered a compassionate, positive, and respectful environment for residents during meal times
- Maintained a clean and organized dining room following health and safety protocols
- Communicated regularly with nursing staff to address resident needs or concerns
- Conducted table setup, food prep, and kitchen support
Customer ServiceTeamworkCommunication
Feb 2024 – Aug 2025
Monroeville, PA
Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
GPA: 3.5Rensselaer MedalistJunior Standing
Relevant Coursework
Basic Applied StatisticsCalculus ICalculus IIChemistry IChemistry IIEngineering Graphics & CADEngineering ProcessesEssence of Engineering Mechanics (Statics)Intro to Differential EquationsMaterial Science for EngineersMultivariable Calculus & Matrix AlgebraNumerical Methods and Programming For EngineersPhysics IPhysics IIPrinciples of EconomicsProfessional Development - Tech Issues & SolutionsScience, Tech, & SocietySolid MechanicsThermodynamics
Gateway High School
Pittsburgh, PA
High School Diploma
GPA: 3.81Rank: 5 / 289Distinguished Honor RollNational Honor SocietyAP Scholar
Beyond Engineering
Cello Performance
- Rana's Music Studio — 14+ years of private and group lessons and performances
- Rensselaer Orchestra member; Lead Cello Ensemblist
- Performed in local nursing homes, malls, and seasonal recitals
- PMEA Region 1 Finalist (2019)
- Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Side-by-Side Alternate Cellist
- Principal Cellist — Gateway High School Orchestra performance at Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Eagle Scout
- 12+ years of Scouting experience; 34 Merit Badges earned
- Eagle Project: designed and built a 10×3 ft trail bridge in Boyce Park, Monroeville, PA, used by hikers, mountain bikers, and horse riders
- Senior Patrol Leader (Feb 2023 – Jun 2025), Patrol Leader (Feb 2022 – Feb 2023) — led Troop 220 to 3rd place in the 2025 Klondike for Lackawanna District
- Eagle Scout project featured in Allegheny County Parks Foundation's June 2025 newsletter
Volunteering
- 50+ hours of community service with Boy Scouts of America — cleanups in Monroeville and Pitcairn, PA; trail maintenance in Boyce Park; campsite work at Laurel Highlands
- National Honor Society (Gateway Senior High School) — packed 170+ food bags weekly and distributed food monthly to 600+ families
- Interact Club — Holiday Brunch at Forbes Hospital, Monroeville Park Cleanup, and Rotary Club events
Hobbies & Interests
- Engineering research: combustion engines and aspirations, racecar aero package design, and rocket engines
- Photography
- Website Design