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BIO

My Story

Throughout my career, I’ve had the great fortune to work on some truly inspiring projects, while meeting many influential and creative individuals along the way. I believe in working together to create a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. For more information about my experience, portfolio or how we can collaborate on an upcoming project, get in touch today.

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Engineering Tools

My Experience

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

PLANT ENGINEER INTERN

June 2018 - Present

Provide assistance to other plant personnel in proper plant procedures and manufacturing methods.
• Provide guidance for preventative and repair maintenance to ensure that plant operations were able to meet output quotas and deadlines.
• Design and improve processes to increase plant production efficiency and quality.
• Other duties included designing manufacturing layouts, coordinating equipment selections, interacting with contractors, and evaluating quotes.

MANAGER AND RACER

June 2015 - May 2017

• Competed in the 2016 Formula Car Challenge presented by Goodyear; Sports Car Club of America West Coast Formula Mazda Champion.
• Assembled and installed engines, fuel systems, rear end components, axles; adjusted car setup.
• Collaborated with organizations/agencies to promote the team and generate sponsorship interest.
• Handled race day promotions, meet & greets, sales, budgeting and strategic planning.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

June 2015 - July 2017

• Adept at managing and streamlining administrative processes to reduce errors, improving accuracy and efficiency, and achieving organizational objectives.
• Devise strategic plans for maintenance operations, and administer equipment, lifecycles, and processes.
• Develop process improvements to increase equipment reliability and performance, and work with senior leadership to define and achieve business goals.
• Analyze and identify equipment failure, root causes, and actualize corrective actions and preventative maintenance protocol.

Work/Education: CV

EDUCATION

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CALIFORNIA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY, POMONA

Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering

2016 - 2019
GPA: 3.61/4.00
Activities and Societies: President of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)

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COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS

Associates of Science - AS Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics

2015 - 2016
Activities and Societies: Engineering Club

Work/Education: Projects

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