Core Skills - Over the past several years, I have developed a strong foundation in mechanical design, additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and robotics through both personal engineering projects and educational engineering competitions. My work emphasizes creating innovative, manufacturable solutions while continuously refining designs through testing and iteration.

Mechanical Design & CAD - Mechanical design is my strongest area of expertise. I have extensive experience designing complete mechanical systems from the ground up using Autodesk Fusion 360 and SolidWorks, with a focus on creating robust, modular, and easily manufacturable designs. I enjoy solving complex engineering problems by optimizing components for strength, functionality, ease of assembly, and overall system performance.

Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) - I specialize in designing components specifically for FDM additive manufacturing and navigating the anisotropic (a material or system with properties that change depending on the direction in which they are measured) nature of FDM-printed parts. My designs consider print orientation, anisotropic material behavior, support-free geometries, tolerancing, material usage, and structural load paths to maximize performance while minimizing print time and post-processing

Additive Manufacturing - I have extensive experience manufacturing functional prototypes and end-use components using FDM 3D printing. I have worked with a wide range of materials, from standard consumer filaments such as PLA, PETG, and ABS to engineering-grade polymers including nylon, polycarbonate, and carbon fiber-reinforced composites. Material selection is an important part of my design process, allowing each component to be optimized for its intended application.

Rapid Prototyping & Design Iteration - Rapid prototyping is central to my engineering workflow. I use iterative design cycles to quickly evaluate concepts, identify design improvements, and refine prototypes into reliable engineering solutions. This process enables me to continuously improve performance while reducing development time.

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) & CNC Machining - In addition to CAD, I have experience preparing components for CNC machining using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software. This has strengthened my understanding of manufacturing constraints, tooling, machining strategies, and designing components that can be efficiently produced using both additive and subtractive manufacturing methods.

Electronics Integration & Embedded Systems - Many of my projects combine mechanical engineering with electronics and embedded systems. I have experience integrating sensors, different motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), RC communication systems, and microcontrollers into functional robotic systems while considering wiring, serviceability, and overall system integration during the design process.

Engineering Collaboration & Leadership - As the Mechanical Team Lead for my high school's FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team, I gained valuable experience designing competitive robotic systems while mentoring younger students in CAD, mechanical design, fabrication techniques, and engineering problem-solving. Working under demanding build-season deadlines strengthened my ability to collaborate effectively, communicate technical ideas, and develop engineering solutions within strict time constraints.

• Autodesk Certified Associate in CAD for Mechanical Design

The Autodesk Certified Associate in CAD for Mechanical Design is an industry-recognized credential that validates essential skills in using Autodesk Fusion 360 for mechanical design. It demonstrates a candidate's ability to perform 3D modeling, create assemblies, and generate technical drawings for manufacturing. This certification is designed for individuals with advanced skills in CAD, preparing them for careers as CAD technicians or mechanical designers by showcasing their capability to take a mechanical design project from initial concept to a production-ready state.