Brakes Application Project:

• Designed and optimized a brake pedal capable of withstanding 2,000 N of driver input force, using SolidWorks and FEA to balance strength, stiffness and weight under straight competition constraints.

• Conducted Finite Element Analysis to validate pedal geometry to reduce mass while maintaining a 3.9x factor of safety

Ergonomics Project: Firewall

• Modeled and Fabricated the vehicle firewall, the primary safety barrier between the driver and high-voltage accumulator, ensuring full compliance with FSAE competition rules and ergonomic standards

• Collaborated with the Chassis, Accumulator, and Ergonomics sub teams to guarantee dimensional compatibility and integrate fasteners, mounting points n and service access.

• Applied Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/A) principles throughout CAD modeling and machining.

• Personally manufactured and installed the final firewall assembly on the vehicle

• Leveraged DG&T, tolerance stack-ups, and SolidWorks PDM to ensure precise fitment

• Helped transition the team’s composite manufacturing process from traditional wet layups to resin infusion, achieving greater resin control, improved surface finish, and 37.2% weight reduction on equivalent structural components.

• Collaborated within a high-cadence manufacturing and testing environment, maintaining production quality under tight fabrication and competition deadlines.

• Gained extensive hands-on experience with composite tooling, vacuum bagging, and cure cycles, optimizing parameters to enhance product strength.

• Strong understanding of safety protocols, PPE usage, and handling procedures for high-temperature, chemical, and hazardous environments, ensuring team and lab compliance.

• Delivered high-quality service in a fast-paced, member-focused environment while consistently meeting strict timing, accuracy, and professionalism standards

• Demonstrated reliability and accountability by managing multiple tables, handling payments accurately, and maintaining attention to detail during peak service hours

• Collaborated closely with kitchen staff and fellow servers to ensure smooth operations, clear communication, and a positive guest experience