PhD research assistant under Dr. Greg Nordin. Developed new technologies to increase efficiency and quality of microfluidic device fabrication using DLP/SLA 3D printing.

Advanced software and hardware developments of a new tennis ball machine.

• Managed wireless communication between an ESP32 board and a phone app
• Used C/C++ to control of BLDC motors and servos; digital and analog communication with power consumption sensors, memory, and HMI modules
• Provided consulting services for electrical and mechanical improvements to the design of the machine

Collaborative project with Biochemistry Lab to develop an automated platform for single cell analysis and interfacing with a mass spectrometer.

• Built a web app to control all hardware components and execute preprogrammed routines for processing biological samples
• Controlled high accuracy linear stages using their manufacturer's Python API
• Used computer vision to achieve high accuracy calibration between lab equipment and platform hardware
• Manual control of stages and calibration using Xbox controller

Recruited and directed a team of 10 Electrical and Mechanical Engineering students for the Collegiate Wind Competition to design, build, and test a custom generator for a miniaturized wind turbine and associated electrical components (voltage converters, rectifiers, etc.).

Capstone project with extensive extracurricular development work for the BYU Mars Rover.

• Temperature testing and battery design/testing
• Hardware and software for mobility of onboard chemical analysis system
• Motor control for wheels

Working toward Engineer in Training (EIT) certification — actively preparing for the NCEES FE Exam, covering core topics in mathematics, circuits, mechanics, materials, and ethics.

Acknowledgement of leadership skills by completion of qualifying activities such as workshops, seminars, leadership roles in organizations, literature review, and accountability.

• Participated of Launchpad program (startup incubator program) and pitched for and received $5,000 in funding for the creation and validation of an innovative tennis ball machine
• Particpated in the Student Innovator of the Year competition (SIOY) with design and validation of a pickleball training machine and app
• Read "Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman and "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie
• Participated in the following workshops:
  • Recognize and Reduce Unconscious Bias
  • Become an Expert Problem Solver
  • Leverage your Strengths (Gallup Clifton Strengths)
  • Creating Collaborative Environments
  • Crucial Conversations

Currently working towards receiving the FCC Amateur Radio Technician License, permitting operation on VHF/UHF and limited HF bands. Familiar with amateur radio communication protocols, emergency communication principles, and RF/electronics basics.

Currently working toward B1-level proficiency in German (intermediate), focusing on conversational fluency and technical vocabulary.

Currently working toward Krav Maga Yellow Belt, focusing on self-defense techniques, physical fitness, and mental discipline.