Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering expected May 2027
Coursework: Physics I & II, Single/Multivariable Calculus, Differential Equations, Mechanics and Materials I & II, Dynamics and Control I & II, Electronics for Mechanical Systems, Numerical Computation for Mechanical Engineers, Design and Manufacturing I & II, Measurement and Instrumentation, Thermo-Fluids Engineering I
Ipswich High School Ipswich, MA
Class Salutatorian, Seal of Biliteracy in English & Spanish June 2023
Engineering Experience
Locus Robotics Wilmington, MA
Mechanical Engineering Intern May – August 2025
· Worked with the Customer & Continuation Engineering team to provide customized solutions to clients seeking to automate their factories and warehouses
· Designed, fabricated, and assembled an alpha prototype for a mechanical accessory compatible with an existing autonomous mobile robot (AMR) platform
· Led an interdepartmental design review to replace a critical sensor component as a risk reduction measure
· Performed safety compliance testing for LiDAR sensors on AMRs
MIT Edgerton Center Area 51 Machine Shop Cambridge, MA
Shop Manager September 2024 – August 2025
· Helped ensure the safety and success of students using the shop space
· Provided training on equipment including waterjet, CNC mills and lathes, 3D printers, and welding machines
MIT Lincoln Laboratory Lexington, MA
Summer Research Intern June – August 2024
· Worked with the Advanced Lasercom Systems & Operations group with a focus on pointing, acquisition, and tracking of free-space optical communication terminals
· Designed and constructed a custom testbed to collect data about optical component response to jitter
· Performed Finite Element Analysis on a virtual model of the system to simulate response
· Collected experimental test data from the physical model to compare to simulation data processed in MATLAB
MIT Combat Robotics Club Cambridge, MA
Vice Captain August 2023 – Present
· Designed, fabricated, and assembled combat robots in 3lb, 12lb, and 30lb weight classes
o CAD of robots using OnShape, fabrication of custom parts using manual and CNC machining techniques
· Competed in National Havoc Robotics League events, qualifying for the 2024 and 2025 World Championships
· Managed team finances, parts ordering, and fundraising
FIRST Robotics Competition Team 5459 Ipswich TIGERS, Co-Captain Ipswich, MA
Co-Captain September 2019 – June 2023
· Oversaw the completion of an industrial-sized competition robot each season
· Contributed to CAD design and mechanical/electrical assembly of robots
· Wrote for grants and communicated with local and corporate sponsors, managed team finances and parts ordering
· Led team to qualify for the New England District Championship and World Championships in 2023
Leadership and Service
· Shop Mentor in MIT Electronics Research Society (MITERS) workspace (June 2024 – Present)
· Mentor of FIRST Robotics Competition Team 5459 Ipswich TIGERS (September 2023 – Present)
· Member of Sigma Kappa Sorority, Theta Lambda Chapter (September 2023 – Present)
o Panhellenic Association Vice President of Operations (November 2023 - December 2024)
o Vice President of Event Management (November 2024 - December 2025)
Awards & Accomplishments
Lockheed Martin STEM Scholar 2024
Ipswich High School Distinguished Achievement Award 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
National Honor Society (Agawam Chapter) 2021, 2022, 2023
Brown University Book Award 2022
FIRST Robotics Dean’s List Semifinalist 2021, 2022
Skills & Interests
Technical Skills:
CAD & Design: Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, Fusion360, Mechatronics Design, Design for Manufacturing
Manufacturing & Rapid Prototyping: CAM (HSMWorks, Fusion), 3D Printing (FFF), 3-Axis CNC, MIG Welding, Laser Cutting/Engraving, Injection Molding, Thermoforming
Programming: Java, MATLAB, C++
Modeling & Analysis: Finite Element Analysis (Femap/Nastran),, Frequency Response Analysis, Control System Design, Computational Modeling of Dynamic Systems
Interpersonal Skills: Public Speaking, Large Group Management, Project Management, Design Reviews
Other Skills: American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (2023, 2025), First Aid/CPR Certification (2023, 2025), American Canoe Association Paddle Sports Instructor Certification (2023), USA Archery Instructor Certification (2021)