Experience

Passionately curious.

Imatest LLC

Mechanical Engineer April 2021 ~ Present

• Designed and developed custom test fixtures and jigs for image quality testing of cameras and sensors, improving testing accuracy and reducing setup time.
• Led the design and simultaneous development of the Benchtop Test Stand (BTS), strategically incorporating multiple testing functions (endoscope testing, stray light analysis, modular optical testing) into a single solution—exceeding initial project requirements and increasing market adoption.
• Developed thermal management solutions for high-powered LED light sources used in camera testing, optimizing heat dissipation via TEC, heat sinks, and fans.
• Owned the entire product lifecycle, from defining product requirements and stakeholder collaboration to design, validation, and launch—demonstrating strong product management expertise.
• Negotiated vendor contracts, reducing material costs by 25% and lead times by 50%.
• Improved CAD standards and implemented PDM system, eliminating overwritten work and increasing efficiency.
• Conducted failure analysis (FA) and vibration/load testing on fixtures using accelerometers and real-world validation methods.

Results & Impact: Delivered a high-precision test system that expanded Imatest’s market share, boosted revenue, and enabled new forms of testing, supporting R&D efforts across industries.

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Specialty Products Company

Manufacturing Engineer May 2018 ~ August 2019

• Designed manufacturing jigs and test fixtures to optimize production workflow and ensure precise, repeatable machining results.
• Led UR Cobot automation project for CNC machine tending, increasing production efficiency and reducing labor dependency.
• Collaborated with quality assurance to troubleshoot machining failures, applying GD&T principles and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Implemented lean manufacturing processes, reducing CNC setup time by 60%.
• Worked with multi-disciplinary teams to realize prototypes and review designs for manufacturability and assembly.

Results & Impact: Enabled a more scalable, automated production workflow that improved consistency and freed up skilled machinists for complex operations.

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University of Colorado – Boulder

ITLL Manufacturing Center Assistant (Machinist) January 2015 ~ December 2017

• Conducted workshops on machine shop safety and provided guidance on the correct utilization of tools and machinery.
• Taught fundamental principles of machines and manufacturing processes.
• Consulted on project design, material selection, engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance stack ups, and fabrication techniques for students and faculty research.
• Fabricated custom components to support research and development initiatives.
• Consulted on design, materials, and fabrication of projects for students and facility research.

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Demiurge LLC

Engineering and Fabrication Intern August 2017 ~ December 2017

• Contributed to the fabrication of expansive public structural art installations.
• Employed Rhino 3D for the creation and realization of artistic designs.
• Enhanced proficiency in MIG/TIG welding techniques.
• Assisted in the installation, removal, and secure shipping of large sculptural pieces.

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Phase IV Engineering

Engineering Intern May 2015 ~ August 2015

• Identified optimal manufacturing processes for wireless sensors, enhancing efficiency and quality.
• Streamlined the manufacturing area and developed comprehensive documentation for newly established processes.
• Conducted thorough research, testing, and data analysis to evaluate the functionality and viability of a thermocouple capable of operating in both positive and negative temperature environments.
• Diagnosed issues with malfunctioning products, troubleshooting effectively to determine root causes of failures and reporting findings for corrective action.

Projects

Grounded teamwork.

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CU Senior Project: NBA Milwaukee Bucks Sideline Chairs

Systems Engineer August 2016 ~ May 2017

The objective of the project for the Milwaukee Bucks was to optimize performance from the sidelines. Following a season of implementing the new sideline chairs, we have successfully achieved this goal! Troy Flanagan, the Milwaukee Bucks’ director of performance, attributed the team’s 7-0 start to the seats. Given the varying heights of players, we designed adjustable chairs that catered to each individual’s ergonomic needs while incorporating a heating element to enhance player comfort, prevent injuries, and elevate performance. Collaborating with an international team from New Zealand further enriched our project experience.

I established myself as a versatile engineer with a comprehensive understanding and adaptability across various team disciplines. I fostered cohesive teamwork, effectively navigating obstacles and ensuring seamless design integration within specialized systems teams.

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Humanitarian Engineering (Costa Rica) May 2014

As part of an international engineering project with Metropolitan State University (MSU), I collaborated to assist a marginalized community in Costa Rica over a two-week period. Our team engaged directly with the Esterillos community to gather insights, assess their genuine needs, and identify areas for improvement. We designed and constructed two projects using locally available materials and tools, then conducted workshops to teach the community how to replicate these designs. Initially focusing on water-related solutions like solar water heaters due to the lack of hot water, we pivoted our efforts towards addressing food security concerns after discovering that gardening and livestock were vital income sources. Following in-depth discussions, we decided that creating rotating composters and devising methods to protect chicken eggs from predators would be the most impactful projects to undertake.

This experience was both enriching and eye-opening, reshaping my perspectives on global issues and my role in addressing them. Leveraging fundamental engineering skills, we were able to make a meaningful difference in a community less privileged than our own, sparking a desire to engage in similar initiatives in the future.

Skills

Gotta catch ’em all!

Hard Skills

Soft Skills