EDUCATION

Duke University, Pratt School of Engineering | Durham, NC May 2028

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Certificate

GPA: 4.00 | Dean’s List with Distinction: Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026
Relevant Coursework: Applied Engineering Design, Mechanics of Solids, Thermodynamics, Dynamics, Mechatronics

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Corporate Engineering Intern – Aftertreatment Systems May 2026 – Present

Caterpillar Inc. Mossville, IL

Defined critical design requirements and led technical evaluations with multiple suppliers, leveraging Six Sigma principles, FEA, and decision matrices to select the optimal joint design for a new application
Identified a $60k+/yr cost reduction by consolidating multiple brackets into a single standardized design, modeled in Creo
Performed should cost analysis in aPriori to assess manufacturing methods and identify high-value resourcing opportunities
Oversaw planning and data collection for a study of 3 competitive aftertreatment systems; synthesized input from 15+ engineers into a comprehensive technical report and testing plan

Bridge Program Intern – Quality Control Manager January 2025 – July 2025

Engineers in Action Inkhundla Hosea, Shiselweni, Eswatini

Collaborated with a 13-member student team, professional engineers, and local masons to design (January – May) and construct (May – July) a 128-meter suspended footbridge, providing a safe, year-round river crossing for 3,000+ residents
Directed on-site quality control by establishing appropriate concrete mix specifications, verifying material integrity, and redlining engineering drawings; attained 100% accuracy of as-built dimensions within required tolerances
Produced detailed photographic and written technical documentation to support project evaluation and future training

PROJECTS

Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) August 2025 – December 2025

Built a cost-effective ROV with a cross-functional team of 6 to identify and retrieve objects from ~8 feet underwater
Led mechanical design of the vehicle’s PVC frame and custom 3D-printed components, balancing buoyancy, hydrodynamic performance, and ease of assembly; created a detailed assembly model of the entire vehicle using SolidWorks
Conducted iterative testing and validation cycles, implementing design improvements that enhanced propulsion efficiency, stability, and retrieval reliability, resulting in successful identification and recovery of all target objects within 10 minutes

Token Taker Machine August 2024 – December 2024

Collaborated on the design of a token-sensing-and-collecting machine for Kidzu Children’s Museum; engineered a storage system that increased capacity by 68%, optimized tolerances for smooth operation, and met child-safety requirements
Achieved 100% operational reliability through structured prototype testing and validated thermal resilience up to 140°F
Developed production-ready CAD models and assembly documentation, enabling scalable reproduction across 9 exhibits

LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES

Duke Electric Vehicles August 2025 – Present

Vehicle Dynamics Team Durham, NC

Designing, manufacturing, and iteratively refining a custom front axle and steering system using SolidWorks, precision aluminum milling, and lathing for an ultra-energy-efficient vehicle competing in the Shell Eco-marathon
Coordinating integration with electrical, braking, and chassis subteams to ensure compatibility and system reliability
Optimizing weight, stability, and energy efficiency by implementing Ackermann steering geometry, DFM principles, and FEA, contributing to the team’s first successful Technical Inspection pass in the Urban Concept division (April 2026)

Teaching Assistant for EGR 121: Engineering Innovation January 2026 – May 2026

Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science Durham, NC

Led lectures and workshops for 120+ students on engineering design, CAD, prototyping, and technical problem solving
Supported course instructors with lesson planning and grading; mentored a lab section of 30+ students

Orientation Leader August 2025, August 2026

Project Building Undergraduate Involvement in the Life of Durham (BUILD) Durham, NC

Mentored 8 first-year students by supporting their academic, social, and personal transition to university life
Fostered peer connection and engagement by leading small-group discussions and collaborative service projects in Durham

SKILLS

CAD & Fabrication: SolidWorks, Creo, Onshape, Fusion 360, aPriori, 3D Printing, Machining, DFM, Iterative Prototyping & Testing

Programming Languages & Software: Python, Java, MATLAB, Microsoft Office Suite