Professional Summary

Recent Mechanical Engineering graduate possessing strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on laboratory experience in materials testing, tribology, and metallurgical surface preparation.
Skilled Researcher in advanced lubricants for turbomachinery in high-stress environments, using tribometers, polishing systems, and sample preparation tools.
Strong foundation in failure analysis, lab techniques, and microstructural evaluation of materials. U.S. Citizen eligible for security clearance.

Education

Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
Graduated: December 2024
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Relevant Coursework: Materials Science, Failure Analysis, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Testing of Materials

Materials and Interface Mechanics Laboratory, Lubbock, Texas
Undergraduate Researcher | August 2023 – August 2024
• Conducted experiments on advanced lubricants (graphene oxide and ionic liquids) under extreme conditions to evaluate performance and enhance the durability of turbomachinery components
• Operated tribometers and custom-built instruments for precise friction and material degradation measurements
• Led face-cutting and polishing processes for tribological testing samples, collaborating with lab partners and external experts for material preparation
• Collaborated on machine learning algorithms for tribological behavior prediction using experimental data

Riley’s Pressure Washing, Dallas, Texas
Owner/Operator | Summer 2017 – August 2020
• Founded and scaled a successful pressure washing business, serving over 50 clients
• Managed end-to-end business operations: budgeting, client negotiations, and marketing strategies
• Achieved consistent revenue growth through strategic online advertising and customer satisfaction initiatives

Action Paving Inc, Anna, Texas
Asphalt Paving Laborer | January 2019 – June 2019
• Worked collaboratively in a four-person crew to complete medium-sized city contract paving jobs, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project timelines
• Assisted in the operation of asphalt paving machinery and concrete equipment to lay materials properly and efficiently
• Contributed to safe and efficient job site operations through teamwork, communication, and adherence to construction best practices

Tom Thumb Grocery, Carrollton, Texas
Meat Cutter | Summer 2016 – August 2018
• Ensured compliance with food safety standards, proper storage procedures, and cleanliness requirements
• Managed daily operations of the meat department, maintaining inventory levels and restocking products to meet demand
• Fulfilled custom orders to customer specifications, ensuring quality cuts and excellent service

Nicholson Machine, Irving, Texas
Machinist | Summer 2016 – Summer 2017
• Manufactured precision components for hydraulic pump assemblies, ensuring tolerances were met for optimal system performance
• Operated and maintained shop machinery, including magnetic base drills, presses, and lathes
• Assisted in the development of machining methods, improving overall production efficiency

Material Sorting System (Senior Design Capstone Project)
• Designed and built a high-precision, sensor-driven system achieving >95% sorting accuracy.
• Managed all phases: design, prototyping, rapid troubleshooting, and iterative improvement.

Real-Time Environmental Data Acquisition & Monitoring System
• Developed real-time data acquisition hardware integrating Arduino microcontrollers and multiple environmental sensors.
• Optimized system to withstand extreme operational conditions, ensuring reliability for extended durations.

Aerodynamic SUV Design & CFD Simulation
• Conducted CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent, reducing drag significantly through design optimization.
• Validated designs through comprehensive computational analysis.

Structural Optimization of L-Bracket Using FEA
• Applied FEA to redesign structural components, achieving 93.72% reduction in deformation.
• Validated and improved structural integrity through detailed modeling and iterative testing.

Professional Engineering Portfolio Website Development
• Independently designed, hardcoded, and launched a professional portfolio website to showcase major engineering projects
• Digitized and structured complex mechanical engineering projects, including CAD models, simulations, and research reports

Texas Society of Professional Engineers, TTU Chapter
Active Member | September 2023 – December 2024

American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Active Student Member | August 2024 – Present

Technical Skills and Certifications
• 3D CAD Design: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
• Simulation & Analysis: ANSYS, MATLAB, FEA, CFD, Tribological & Microhardness Testing
• Programming: Python, LabVIEW, C++
• Prototyping: Machining, 3D Printing, Metalworking, Wiring & Control Systems, Metallographic Sample Preparation, Surface Characterization

Soft Skills
• Strong background in design iteration, metallurgical sample preparation, and prototyping
• Detail-oriented with robust hands-on problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership in managing business operations and technical projects
• Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary and laboratory teams
• Experienced in technical documentation, ASTM reporting standards, and project coordination
• Proven leadership in technical and entrepreneurial settings
• Rapid adaptation to emerging engineering tools, laboratory equipment calibration, and analysis practices

Core Strengths
• Quick-thinking
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Interdisciplinary collaboration across mechanical and materials engineering domains
• CAD modeling and simulation with real-world validation
• Rapid prototyping and iterative mechanical testing
• Failure Analysis and Root Cause Diagnostics
• Metallurgical testing and microhardness evaluation
• Cross-section preparation and surface characterization for microscopy