Recent Mechanical Engineering graduate from the University of Dayton with hands-on experience designing, testing, and validating mechanical systems in both academic and industry-based projects. Skilled in CAD modeling, mechanical analysis, and product development, with a strong focus on solving real-world engineering problems under practical constraints.
Experienced in client-driven design, system integration, and iterative testing through projects ranging from safety-focused wearable devices to precision mechanical calibration systems.
Designed and fabricated a custom mid-century modern-inspired enclosure for an open-source ESP32 aircraft radar project. The project involved CAD design, 3D printing, soldering and wiring electronics, hardware integration, software configuration, and final assembly to create a polished desktop display.
The enclosure was designed in CAD with a focus on product aesthetics, manufacturability, and ease of assembly. Inspired by mid-century modern television designs, the housing incorporates mounting features for the display, controls, and electronics, along with a removable rear panel secured by embedded magnets for tool-free access. The geometry was optimized for reliable 3D printing while producing a clean, consumer-style appearance.
This project required integrating the display, controls, and electronics into a custom-designed enclosure while ensuring reliable electrical connections and clean internal cable routing. I soldered and assembled the hardware, configured the open-source ESP32 radar software, and performed system testing to verify proper functionality. The completed device highlights skills in electronics assembly, system integration, debugging, and product development.
Cloud-connected desktop idea printer
Personal Project — Idea Printer
Designed and built a custom desktop idea printer that turns text messages into physical reminder notes. By integrating a Telegram bot with a cloud automation workflow, ideas can be submitted from anywhere and automatically printed as receipt-sized notes to pin on an idea board.
The enclosure was designed to turn a standard thermal receipt printer into a compact desktop appliance. The housing provides access to the paper slot, controls, and power while giving the printer a cleaner finished appearance. The design was optimized for 3D printing and practical assembly.
A Telegram bot receives ideas from my phone and sends them through an automation workflow to the receipt printer at home. This allows quick ideas to be captured from anywhere and turned into physical notes that can be saved, organized, or pinned to a board.
The project integrates the thermal printer, custom enclosure, power connections, and cloud-connected messaging workflow into a functional desktop system. The final build demonstrates hardware packaging, system integration, automation, and practical product development.
Capstone Projects
Capstone Project 1 — Saturn Strap
Worked with a multidisciplinary team to design and prototype the Saturn Strap — an innovative
football helmet chin strap developed for startup Saturn Sports.
The device measures strap tension and alerts players when the strap is too loose, improving helmet safety.
The Saturn Strap design was constrained by existing football helmet patents, limiting modifications strictly to the chin strap housing. As a result, the design prioritized functionality over aesthetics while ensuring compatibility with current helmet systems. A rotating cylindrical mechanism was developed to allow the chin strap to pass through the housing, where sensor-based rotation measurements were used to determine strap tension. This approach enabled accurate fit detection while maintaining a compact and durable mechanical design.
Testing of the Saturn Strap focused on validating sensor performance, system reliability, and overall functionality under realistic use conditions. The prototype was evaluated by measuring chin strap tension and confirming proper system response through an LED indicator system, which displayed red when the strap was too loose and blue when proper tension was achieved. To improve accuracy across different users and helmet configurations, a calibration mode was implemented, allowing the system to establish a baseline tension value before operation.
Working directly with a client added another layer of complexity, requiring the team to balance technical performance with real-world usability and design constraints. This experience strengthened skills in communication, adaptability, and engineering decision-making while emphasizing the importance of meeting client expectations within technical and patent-related limitations.
Worked with a team at Dayton Photonics to design and build a calibration cart
for the company’s Theia optical testing unit. The cart was designed to precisely pan and tilt
while supporting up to 70 pounds, allowing for accurate and repeatable calibration positioning.
The Dayton Photonics calibration cart was designed to support and accurately position the company’s Theia optical unit, with primary design constraints centered around load capacity and controlled motion. The system was required to safely support a minimum load of 70 pounds while maintaining smooth and repeatable movement.
The final design incorporated a custom mounting interface, a 360-degree pan mechanism, and a ±50° tilt range, allowing precise alignment during calibration procedures. Structural components were selected and sized to ensure rigidity under load while maintaining ease of adjustment and transport.
Testing focused on verifying load stability, smooth motion through the full pan and tilt range, and overall structural integrity under operating conditions. The project emphasized mechanical design tradeoffs, load analysis, and practical manufacturing considerations, while reinforcing the importance of designing to real-world constraints and client requirements.
School Projects
Autonomous robot testing — line following and plant watering
School Project — Autonomous Plant-Watering and Weed-Killing Robot
Solo project using Arduino, IR sensors, ultrasonic sensors, and servos to design a robot capable
of following a line and performing automated plant watering and weed removal
along its path.
Handled wiring, coding, and control logic independently, resulting in a fully functional autonomous prototype.
Tools & Skills Used: ArduinoIR SensorsUltrasonic SensorsServo MotorsEmbedded Systems
School Project — Golf Ball Path Optimization
This project focused on determining the most efficient path for a golf ball to travel from
a starting position to the hole by analyzing terrain slope, friction, and ball dynamics.
Using physics-based modeling and analytical methods, I evaluated multiple trajectory
options and compared results using mathematical optimization techniques. The project
emphasized translating theoretical mechanics into practical engineering solutions.
Tools & Skills Used: Physics ModelingMATLABVector AnalysisOptimizationEngineering Problem Solving
CAD Design Portfolio
Dual Mount Bracket
Designed a dual-mount bracket to support cylindrical components while maintaining structural rigidity under load. The geometry incorporates a triangular gusset to reinforce the connection between mounting points, reducing bending and improving overall stiffness.
Key Design Decisions:
Added gusset to improve load distribution and stiffness
Used concentric bosses for accurate alignment of cylindrical components
Positioned mounting holes to balance stability and manufacturability
Skills Demonstrated: Feature-Based ModelingStructural DesignLoad DistributionDesign for Strength
Linkage / Pivot Bracket
Designed a linkage-style bracket to enable controlled rotational motion through a pinned joint while supporting vertical loading. The geometry maintains alignment between critical features to ensure smooth operation and structural integrity under load.
Key Design Decisions:
Designed cylindrical boss for pin-based rotation
Maintained alignment between vertical and base features
Created a circular flange with a central bore and evenly distributed bolt pattern.
The design emphasizes symmetry, alignment, and secure mounting capability.
Key Design Decisions:
Used circular pattern for consistent bolt spacing
Maintained concentric geometry for alignment
Designed for balanced load distribution
Skills Demonstrated: Circular PatternSymmetryPrecision ModelingGeometric Control
Research
Research Project — Recycling Plastic Waste into 3D Printing Filament
Worked with a faculty advisor to develop a process for recycling used plastic dining hall silverware into usable 3D printer filament. The project focused on evaluating material properties, processing methods, and consistency of recycled plastics for additive manufacturing applications.
My role included material preparation and shredding. The project demonstrated the feasibility of repurposing campus waste into functional manufacturing material while promoting sustainable engineering practices.
Tools & Skills Used: Material Processing3D PrintingSustainability EngineeringExperimental Testing
Resume
Download my full resume below or explore key highlights of my skills and experience.
Fabrication & Prototyping: 3D Printing, CNC Machining
Testing & Measurement: Oscilloscopes, Load Testing, Data Acquisition
Other Tools: Microsoft Office, GD&T, Project Documentation
I earned my undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Dayton, where I focused on mechanical design, manufacturing, and mechatronics. My experience includes hands-on prototyping using 3D printers and the wood shop, along with coursework in mechanics of machinery, MATLAB, and manufacturing processes. I enjoy translating ideas into functional designs through iterative prototyping, CAD, and practical fabrication, and I bring a strong blend of analytical thinking and hands-on problem-solving to my work.
I completed a certificate program through the Italian Design Summer School in Bologna, where I studied industrial and product design through both coursework and hands-on experience. The program included visits to the Lamborghini and Ducati factories, as well as textile, chocolate, and gelato production facilities, providing insight into real-world manufacturing and design processes. I worked on a collaborative, multidisciplinary project with an international team to design a modular furniture concept using a ceramic material engineered to be glazed like marble. This experience strengthened my understanding of product design, material application, and cross-cultural collaboration within a professional design environment.
Contact Me
Feel free to reach out — I'm always open to discussing mechanical design, robotics, and engineering opportunities.
.jpg)
