Education:

    Bachelor of Science,  Mechanical Engineering,  Oregon State University.
         Attended the University of Nottingham on a one year exchange program.
         Recipient of the 1996-97 Dr. Robert J. Zaworski memorial scholarship.
         Graduated with Cum Laude Honors in 1997                            GPA: 3.58 / 4.00
 

Engineering Experience:

Engineer,  MoTeC USA, Race Car Data Acquisition                               Dec. 2001-current

• provide track side technical support for Engine Control Units and data loggers.
• provide software training and vehicle dynamics assistance.
• develop sensors, steering wheels and other racing components.

• lead a team of engineers in the creation of a large assembly automation program with over 2000 parts and 30 config-to-order options for an auto transport trailer.
• setup punch press and plasma machines with Pro/Manufacture, including automation and post processor programming.
• system administrator for CAD software, developed company standards, procedures, installation and training of employees.

• created training material for and taught a Mechanica FEA Structure class.
• simulated assemblies for rock crushing equipment, including large contact analysis.

• responsible for implementation of software and technical support to customers.
• worked with a variety of customers streamlining their product development cycle, including process audits.
• fluent in all Pro-Engineer software with specialization in advanced part building and Mechanica simulation software.

• experimental and numerical approach to studying the effects of cross-stitching on composites through various failure modes.
• materials used include Kevlar, Fiberglass and various cores.
• utilized research in the feasibility study of a body panel for the Aston Martin DB7 automobile.

• material characteristics of composites that were studied include:  abrasive & sliding wear; strength and fatigue;  effect of water and acid environments.
• designed and built a pin-on-disk wear tester.

materials used include Kevlar, Polyurethane & Epoxy resins and Ceramic particles.

• assistant engineer for their Formula Vauxhall Jr. National team, responsible for data acquisition.
• graduate of their International Racing Car Drivers Course, March 1997.

• worked as part of a ten person team to design the 1996 OSU Formula SAE car.
• placed 7th out of 88 Universities at the 1996 competition in Detroit, Michigan.
• suspension team leader; responsible for suspension design and construction.
• completed experiments on torsional rigidity of the chassis before and after modifications.

Professional Development at Oregon State University:

Member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers                      Jan. 1995 - June 1996

• Vice President of OSU chapter for the year of 1995-1996.
• placed second in the 1996 Willamette Valley Regional paper presentation.
• competed in the 1995 Figure-8 Car National Design Competition.

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Personal Development at Oregon State University:

Assistant Resident Hall Director; University Housing Services           Sept. 1995-June 1996

• responsible for leadership development and head advisor to hall council.
• team building development and exercises, personality analysis for group interaction.

• responsible for advising all incoming students during orientation in all areas of student life from class registration to living arrangements.
• coordinated events between departments and trained fellow peer advisors.

• foster growth and development of a floor community in a Residence Hall.
• acted as a counselor, advisor and motivator for students.
• enforce policies and deal with conduct issues utilizing Judicious Leadership.
• planned and facilitated activities and programs for the floor and hall.