James Riley Pacinda

Carrollton, Texas 75007 • rileypacinda@hotmail.com • 214-675-5157

Education

Study Abroad at Texas Tech University Center, Sevilla, Spain
May 2023 – June 2023

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

Nicholson Machine, Irving, Texas
Machinist | Summer 2018 – Summer 2019
• Manufactured precision components for hydraulic pump assemblies, ensuring optimal performance tolerances.
• Operated and maintained shop machinery, including magnetic base drills, presses, and lathes.

Riley’s Pressure Washing, Dallas, Texas
Owner/Operator | Summer 2016 – August 2020
• Founded and managed a successful pressure washing business, serving over 50 clients.
• Managed all business operations, including budgeting, client negotiations, and marketing campaigns.
• Achieved revenue growth through strategic online advertising and high-quality service delivery.

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

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

Fall 2023 Undergraduate Research Project: Investigation of PAO Oil and Ionic Liquid Lubricant Effects on Bearing Steel Wear Volume and Coefficient of Friction.
• Collaborated on experimental studies analyzing lubrication impacts on bearing steel using tribometers and profilometers.
• Worked with data science teams developing neural network models to predict tribological behavior.
• Delivered presentations summarizing project progress and contributed to literature review for journal publication opportunities.

Technical Skills and Certifications
• 3D CAD Design: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
• Simulation & Analysis: ANSYS, MATLAB, FEA, CFD
• Programming: Python, LabVIEW, C++
• Prototyping & Manufacturing: Machining, 3D Printing, Metalworking, Wiring & Control Systems