Employment History

Mechanical Engineer Intern

Reynolds Systems Inc.

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

  • Created and performed FEA training to enable engineers to digitally test designs before creating physical prototypes
  • Improved a pressure vessel design to withstand higher pressures through FEA analysis in Creo Simulate
  • Tested and produced parts in the range of 200 parts per day allowing the company to reach production goals

Production Worker

West Sound Workforce

June 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Contracted by staffing agency West Sound Workforce to work on a temporary basis to assist Watson Furniture Group Inc. with production work
  • Organized freshly manufactured wood and steel parts into corresponding groups for product assembly
  • Communicated with co-workers and leads to assure that each step in manufacturing had sufficient support in an effort to utilize efforts efficiently
  • Examined products for wrinkles, snags, stains, or tears in fabric; glue seepage through fabric; chips and scratches in laminate; and accuracy of hardware attachment to ensure quality product

Volunteer History

Vice President of Media and Communications

Brigham Young University - Idaho Chapter of the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE)

Jan 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Ensured all society members were made aware of upcoming events and opportunities through a weekly email in order to keep members active
  • Interfaced with others to create and distribute advertisements for society meetings in both poster and digital formats to increase membership by50%
  • Compiled and updated a list of active members to eliminate loss of members from lack of contact
  • Click here to learn more about SAMPE

Museum Volunteer (Docent)

U.S. Naval Undersea Museum

July 2018 - Sept 2018

  • Directed upwards of 50 visitors per day within the museum through greeting and guiding to maximize visitor satisfaction
  • Provided visitors with new learning opportunities through the creation of new exhibits to prompt continued visitation
  • Managed calls by thoroughly listening to caller requests and concerns and connecting them to the right resources, creating a positive impression
  • Coordinated with others to provide over 100 children with opportunities to increase their understanding of STEM topics