Professional Experience
A journey through innovative engineering roles, from theme park operations to cutting-edge defense systems. Each experience has shaped my expertise in project management, CAD design, and cross-functional collaboration.
Professional Roles
Project Engineering Intern
Walt Disney Imagineering
June 2025 – January 2026
- •Supported implementation of an Integration Framework for studios such as site infrastructure and area development, optimizing coordination across project teams
- •Facilitated project phase transitions by organizing collaborative workflows using Bluebeam, Excel, and Airtable
- •Coordinated transformation efforts to align the studio's environmental and cost goals with those of the company
- •Reviewed area development plans to verify building program requirements, including green roof ratio compliance, building placement, and site metrics
Engineering Project Management Intern
Universal Studios Creative
September – December 2024
- •Researched, authored, and presented a Request for Proposal (RFP) that influenced the decision to move forward with a project at a park
- •Developed CAD prototype designs for a future project and addressed key technical questions during a project review meeting
- •Assisted with in-field quality assurance testing, which helped pinpoint various possible points of failure
- •Created a contractor comparison spreadsheet under tight deadlines, which was instrumental in evaluating potential partners for an upcoming project
- •Managed multiple tasks across various projects, effectively supporting team members and ensuring smooth project progression
- •Actively participated in Universal policy, procedures, training, and intern involvement activities
Engineering Intern
General Atomics
June – August 2023
- •Designed calibrated orifice plates for a coolant system within a laser defense system to measure the flow rate in a confined space
- •Utilized SolidWorks to create multiple configurations of the orifice plates for varying design parameters
- •Created a technical write-up of all the work completed to enable future engineers to understand how the parts were made and why they were implemented
Attraction Operations
Walt Disney World
August – December 2022
- •Operated and maintained a Walt Disney World attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
- •Provided service to the guests whenever I could to make their experience happy and magical. This led to multiple guests leaving Cast Compliments (online compliments) specifically for me
- •Enacted various safety procedures around the large machinery and equipment
Machine Maintenance Intern
TPC Group
June – August 2022
- •Assisted the project engineer in monitoring motors and pumps in a chemical plant
- •Analyzed and organized data for a new system to improve accessibility for engineers
Projects & Leadership
Robotic Art Installation
Senior Design Project
January 2025 – July 2025
- •Designed and modeled an interactive statue using SOLIDWORKS, ensuring structural feasibility and aesthetic appeal
- •Prototyped and 3D printed multiple pedal mechanisms, refining the design through iterative testing
- •Integrated a Raspberry Pi to control the statue's interactive features, enabling dynamic user engagement
- •Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, delegating tasks and ensuring smooth integration of mechanical and electronic components
- •Composed and recorded original music for the statue, implementing audio playback functionality
- •Conducted extensive testing and validation to optimize the responsiveness and durability of interactive elements
Secretary
Theme Park Engineering and Design (TPED)
January 2023 – January 2026
- •Founding member, facilitating the design of an open concept simulation ride
- •Organized events with industry speakers and coordinated group trips
Technical Lead
Mines Without Borders
July 2022 – September 2024
- •Researched solar power resources and feasible components for a rural town in Nicaragua
- •Led research on charge controllers, battery packs, and LED systems to develop a working prototype
Key Competencies Developed
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Project Management
From coordinating theme park projects to managing contractor evaluations and cross-functional teams.
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Technical Design
CAD modeling, prototype development, and system integration across diverse engineering applications.
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Collaboration
Working with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating workflows, and ensuring seamless project execution.