Work Experience
R&D Materials Engineer
June 2022 - August 2023
Fourier LLC, Boston, MA
- Continued the development of a novel thermoformable ceramic for thermal management applications
- Led research to transition polymer from resin to wax, significantly reducing toxic waste created as a byproduct during manufacturing
- Collaborated on ceramic-metal bonding experiments presented at a technical conference in Washington, DC
- Proposed and executed a custom capstone project to assist with ceramic production while completing undergraduate studies part-time
Materials Engineering Co-op
January 2022 - June 2022
Fortify, Boston, MA
- Assisted with various tasks in the formulation and printing workflow by setting up prints, post-processing parts, and performing material characterization using optical microscopes and tensile testing
- Explored the relationship between partly cured resin and various cleaning solvents
Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2021 - December 2021
Northeastern University, Boston, MA
- Created ceramic resin samples using a custom vibration table and examined particle alignment after various vibration patterns using SEM imaging
- Designed modifications to a vibrating base to reduce dampening, reducing variables that impact residence frequency
- Improved a Python script used to control the power of six motors by creating more power level options
- Ran SolidWorks simulations on a spring base designed to offset the weight of the vibrators with minimal dampening
Hardware and Production Engineering Co-op
January 2021 - June 2021
Hydrow, Inc, Cambridge, MA
- Assembled a new optical encoder onto a flywheel using a code wheel and 3D printed parts designed in SolidWorks
- Researched various clutch and encoder methods to present the pros and cons to the hardware and production team
- Improved three testing rigs in the HydrowLabs by understanding how they operate and modifying CAD files
- Documented multiple independent experiments conducted on the Hydrow and shared the findings with other engineers
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
January 2020 - June 2020
Zaiput Flow Technology, Waltham, MA
- Reviewed and created new SolidWorks drawing files, parts, and assemblies following the ASME Y14.5M standards
- Assisted in the start of a new product idea going from theoretical math, SolidWorks drawings, 3D printed resin parts and conducting experiments in the early testing phase
- Researched Lean manufacturing and implemented approximately 100 unique Kanban cards to make inventory management less prone to errors
- Wrote standard operating procedures for the next intern detailing how to laser cut various materials and put together membranes
Teaching Assistant for Cornerstone of Engineering 1
September 2019 - December 2019
Northeastern University, Boston, MA
- Graded C++ programs and AutoCAD drawings and gave relevant feedback to students giving them a better understanding of their progress in the coursework
- Held office hours in the First Year Engineering Learning and Innovation Center to guide current freshmen with projects and assist the professor in grading exams