Enhanced laboratory operations by collaborating with technicians to conduct comprehensive performance tests and teardowns on starters and alternators experiencing failures. Diligently documented test results and observations to pinpoint root causes of failures in coordination with suppliers. Contributed to maintenance efforts and conducted insulation tests on starter endurance simulators, applying electrical principles to ensure accuracy. Worked alongside systems engineers to construct contact icing motor control boxes for experimental testing of innovative starter models. Utilized Creo software to develop digital models and blueprints for custom tools, integrating geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles and materials engineering expertise to enhance durability and functionality. Established a robust Starting and Charging Service Parts Database using a combination of Crates, Excel, Kraken, and Magic tools. Implemented logic to extract and display pertinent data from various sources, enabling real-time updates and efficient data management. Led the redesign and validation of blueprint templates for starters and alternators, leveraging insights gained from studying supplier and CAT prints and conducting insightful interviews with departmental stakeholders.

Responsible for enhancing a robotic soil contaminant-detector probe, I spearheaded the design and manufacturing process of various components using 3D printing, engaging third-party maker spaces to meet precise functionality requirements. These components encompassed spools, spacers, casings, and stabilizers, made with steel and aluminum elements tailored to the probe's needs in the field. Additionally, I developed and refined C++ and Python interfaces, seamlessly integrating Arduino and Raspberry Pi for efficient serial communication. Beyond software, I undertook the intricate task of soldering computer board interfaces, strategically modifying them to endure demanding conditions prevalent in underground water wells and associated hazards. My role extended to documenting the probe's upgrades, including the integration of solar recharging capability and advanced water sensing technology. Engaging in collaborative brainstorming sessions during weekly group meetings, I consistently contributed innovative ideas, showcasing them through engaging presentations.

At Colorado State University's Composite Materials, Manufacture and Structures Laboratory, I supported both graduate and undergraduate students on various projects. Leveraging my background in robotics, I contributed to the design and implementation of subsystems for a custom ABB robotic 3D printer. This involved developing safety handlers using RobotStudio's RAPID coding language, which were programmed to activate when certain conditions, like opening the print space doors or hitting the emergency stop, were met. Additionally, I crafted Arduino-operated circuits to assist the robotic arms, ensuring smooth operation with a DC power supply. These Arduino designs included a vacuum regulator for consistent thermoplastic pellet flow and a temperature monitoring camera to oversee bed temperature and print quality. Throughout the process, I actively participated in weekly meetings to provide progress updates and discuss any necessary adjustments to the lab's systems.

Conducted online JavaScript and Minecraft coding classes for students aged 7-13. Managed lesson scheduling with parents and customized curriculum to meet individual learning objectives. Designed three tiers of lessons - beginner, intermediate, and expert - for new students, each covering fundamental concepts, quizzes, and hands-on projects within a one-hour session. Student projects ranged from creating functional clocks and weather displays to crafting custom mini-games. Regularly participated in weekly supervisor meetings and maintained ongoing communication with students to ensure their progress.