Engineering & Design
IDEO PLAY LAB  |  Toy Invention Intern
San Francisco, CA
May'22 - Aug '22
  • Generate, tinker, and validate new toy and game concepts based on research and testing with children.
  • Explore different user interactions, solve complex mechanical challenges, and build high quality working prototypes.
  • Create engaging videos of prototypes and concepts to pitch to toy companies, gaining familiarity with business in the toy industry.
CHALARD  |  Design Engineer
Barrington, RI
April '19 - July '21
A 3-person hardware startup developing “Well-being Technology.”
  • Utilized human-centered design to discover market needs; proposed 4 product concepts to the development team.
  • Validated design concepts using rapid prototyping tools; built 2 alpha and 1 beta prototypes.
  • Managed projects and communicated with stakeholders (contractors, manufacturers, clients) in China, India, and Thailand.
  • Coordinated the development of 1 patented and 2 patent-pending technologies.
  • Pitched new business ideas to investors and in competitions: MassChallenge (Finalist), Get Started RI (Semi-Finalist).
  • Successfully delivered the SmartTerra, a smart terrarium that realistically simulates nature, to 350 Kickstarter Backers.
  • Received the ‘Innovation of the Year 2021 Award’ from NIA (National Innovation Agency) Thailand for the SmartTerra.
IKO SYSTEMS  |  Mechanical Engineer & Marketing Lead
Ithaca, NY
Jul '18 - Mar '19
A 4-person Agritech startup engineering climate-controlled greenhouses for the home.
  • Designed and built 30 beta prototypes interfacing wood, plastics, and electronics with a custom-manufactured metal frame.
  • Collaborated with electrical engineers and botanists to develop a patent-pending cloud-based climate control technology.
  • Led company marketing efforts on social media and designed product website, manuals, and brochures.
ROBOMECHANICS LAB - CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY  |  Undergraduate Researcher
Pittsburgh, PA
Jul '18 - Mar '19
  • Inspired by goat hooves, explored methods to improve the mobility of legged robots.
  • Designed mechanical hooves that conform to steep and uneven surfaces.
  • Received the "Undergraduate Excellence in Research" Award at Commencement.
MEINHARDT  |  Mechanical Engineering Intern
Bangkok, Thailand
May '15 - Aug '15
  • Designed HVAC systems for departments stores, office buildings, and apartment complexes.
  • Coordinated design changes between teams of mechanical, electrical, civil, and sanitary engineers.

Manufacturing

NUCOR STEEL CONNECTICUT  |  Mechanical Engineering Intern
Wallingford, CT
May '17 - Aug '17
  • Identified areas of improvement and initiated 3 projects that improved the maintainability of the assembly line.
  • Designed a spray application system that completely eliminates a problem at the root cause.
  • Developed mechanical aptitude working with a team of 15 mechanics, gaining hands-on experience with machines and tools.
SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY  |  Mechanical Engineering Intern
Korat, Thailand
May '16 - Aug '16
  • Examined the operation of an interferometry machine and proposed process modifications to upper management.
  • Succeeded in improving machine efficiency by 100%; utilized Six Sigma, FMEA, and the DMAIC framework.
  • Wrote programs that aid machine calibration and help technicians visualize and analyze machine statistics.
Education
SQUARED SCHOOL ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS  |  Director of Business Development & Math Teacher
Providence, RI
Aug '20 - Aug '21
  • Teach math to students aged 6-12.
  • Conduct market research and implement new business strategies.
  • ​Design marketing material and run campaigns.
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT - CARNEGIE MELLON  UNIVERSITY  |  EXCEL/SI Leader
Pittsburgh, PA
Aug  '15 - May '18
  • Led sessions that focus on collaborative learning to aid students’ understanding of “Calculus in 3D,” “Differential Equations,” and “Stress Analysis.”
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