Work Experience
Work Experience:
Graduate Research Assistant - University of Kansas ( Jul 2022-Present )
Developed, executed, and troubleshooted concrete and polymer composite testing programs; supervised and coordinated a team of up to 15 graduate and undergraduate hourly research assistants; ensured student hourly productivity and adherence to high standards of work and safety practices; worked closely with a team of graduate students, professors, and postdoctoral researchers to promote a collaborative research environment and enhance project outcomes; authored technical reports and scientific articles highlighting research outcomes and advancing knowledge in the field; presented research findings to clients on a monthly basis.
Assistant to Laboratory Technician - University of Kansas ( Aug 2021 - May 2022 )
Assisted with daily operations of university structures laboratories, including using hand and power tools to help construct test setups, troubleshooting faulty machinery and equipment, ensuring the cleanliness of university laboratories, and mentoring of students on the proper use of tools, machinery, and lab equipment.
Engineering Intern - Wichita Engineering Group ( May 2021 - Oct 2022 )
Supported spectrum tool development for aerospace fatigue analysis, and reviewed data to assist with validation of results; developed documentation to keep record of the internal processes used by the tool.
Developed a Microsoft Excel Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) tool for fuselage stiffened panel analysis to evaluate different numerical integration methods and their effect on final stress intensity factors.
Project Engineer Intern - Alberici Constructors ( May 2020 - Aug 2020 & May 2021 - Aug 2021 )
Shadowed and collaborated with senior staff to assist with scheduling, quality assurance, material tracking, subcontractor management, and other vital components of construction management; developed a VBA tool to sort and analyze material and documentation data; oversaw a paving project, which included management of subcontractor, assurance of project outcomes, and maintaining open communication between all parties.
Cashier - Marrakech Café ( May 2018 - Aug 2018 )
Performed shift manger duties such as opening and closing, training new employees, and working alongside fellow employees to ensure customer satisfaction.
Volunteer Experience:
Copperstone Independent Living
Regent Park Nursing and Rehab
Care and Share Mulvane
Habitat for Humanity - ReStore
Habitat for Humanity - Construction Volunteer
Skills/Certifications:
Computer Software
General Use Software - Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Drafting/Structural Analysis Software - AutoCAD, Revit, SAP2000, ETABS, RISAFloor, RISA3D, Catia, Rhino3D
Programming Languages - Python 3, Visual Basic for Applications, Visual Basic, MATLAB
Professional Certifications/Licensure
Passed the FE Exam in Other Disciplines
AutoCAD Certified User
AutoCAD Professional User (EXPIRED)
Procore Student Certified
OSHA 30 Hour Certified
Design Experience
Steel Building
Steel Bridge
Concrete Building
Polymer Composites
RESUME AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST