Ever since I was a child, I have been intrigued by how all things
work and the laws that govern them. I would often take apart computers, small electronics,
gadgets, and even my toys to see how they operated. Similarly, I would attempt to create my own
designs to solve problems that I would find. This fascination led me to mechanical engineering.
With the knowledge of an engineer, I would finally have the ability to design and implement my
solutions to problems we face in our daily lives.
Click here to check out some of my solutions.
Fun Facts
I was born about
ago in a small city in the United States of America.
I now have experience in motorcycle mechanics after having stripped and rebuilt a motorcycle down to its engine.
About
years ago, I moved to Montreal to begin my journey into the complexities of math and the hard
sciences.
I have single-handedly managed the successful upgrade and deployment of a new environmental illumination system
with zero cost overruns and zero safety incidents... I've changed a lightbulb before.
I once saw shockwaves on an airplane wing while flying across the Atlantic. I sat in awe for the rest of the flight as I watched the shockwaves
move around over the wing (Black arrows showing the distortion of the air in picture above).
I am an avid snowboarder and make an effort to spend as much time as possible shredding
mountains.
portfolio
Mechanical Engineering Capstone
My team and I worked with a small vertical farming company, AquaVerti, to design a full-scale machine to load vertical farming water beds
integrated with the preexisting facility. We performed force and stress analysis to minimize the system's weight. We also designed and built
a fully operational scaled prototype as proof of concept, complete with electronics and sensor arrays. This project was completed over the course
of 8 months and was presented to the company at the end of the year. The project was completed below bugdet and on time for additional testing and
improvements.
Engineering Competitions
During my time at McGill, my team and I participated in various engineering competitions as a Senior Design team,
both within McGill and at regional and national levels. We achieved first place in the McGill Engineering Competition
(MEC) in 2021 and 2022, representing McGill at the Quebec Engineering Competition (QEC) and placing first in 2022 and second in 2023.
Our successes at QEC allowed us to represent Quebec at the Canadian Engineering Competition in 2022 and 2023.
McGill Baja Racing Team
Every year, the McGill Baja Racing Team designs, builds, and tests a new off-road mini-Baja
vehicle. The main objective of the design team is to simulate real-life engineering
problems. It allows students to gain real-world engineering experience while still in
university. The team must create a reliable, sustainable, and maintainable vehicle that is
competition ready. The vehicle is brought to various SAE competitions across North America
to compete with other universities from around the world.
Solar Wind Turbine Desktop Toy
Need a new desktop paperweight to remind you about sustainablitity? Maybe just something solar powered? The Solar Wind Turbine is a small desktop
model that uses a solar panel to power a small motor. The motor spins a small wind turbine. The Solar Wind Turbine is a great way to show off the
power of renewable energy and the potential of wind power. It also makes a great conversation starter for your desk at work or at home. I designed
this model for a friend who was pursuing a career in sustainable engineering.
Home Assistant Controlled Automatic Shades
Control my shades from a distance? Open and close them while I spend late nights in the library
studying? Absolutely!! I designed the AutoShades using Arduino microcontrollers and various
sensors to open and close the shades on command. While obeying a home assistant, the AutoShades
also can be controlled in person with the buttons. It includes LED indicators to signal the
operations to the user.
Robotic Arm Project
A robotic arm designed to mimic human motion. With an array of sensors placed on a human
arm and an onboard computer, a human can control this robotic arm by only moving their own
arm. This allows for easier and more intuitive control of the machine.
Python Web Scraper
This python-based web scraper can extract data from many input websites on the internet. It is
integrated with an API to save and upload its extracted data. It includes real-time progress
bars and data loggers for data confirmation or error debugging. It can be integrated with more
API for scheduling, full-time updates, and the ability to completely run in the background
without opening to request certain data.
Automated Python Messenger
Rather than spending a large amount of time writing and sending individualized messages, this
WhatsApp puppeteer program will automate and send texts to many people individually with extreme
speed. The software cycles through the list of recipients, customizes the message, and sends it
to them. The software allows for scheduling and repetition.
Python Programming
It is imperative that a mechanical engineer knows how to build programs. This can be
for design models, stress analysis, or even just to solve complex calculations. With the python
language and its vast array of libraries, these operations become available to those who have
the ability to command it. I've used Python to create various algorithms from matrix calculators
to A-Star pathfinding algorithms to solve problems more effortlessly and efficiently.
MATLAB Modeling
Utilizing MATLAB and its powerful numerical computational abilities, I have simulated
particles in a confined area. The electrical and nuclear forces acting on any particle determine
its path in space. After calculating all the forces on each particle, the simulation calculates
the next position of every particle based on the simple kinematic equations.
MATLAB and its powerful numerical computational properties are important tools in an engineers
toolkit. It allows engineers to run simulations on designs based on the laws of physics.
Arduino Projects
Arduino microcontrollers are the basis of many of the projects I've completed. I became
proficient in the C based Arduino libraries and used them as the brains of my projects. Data
acquisition and processing, wifi relay, and direct operational control are tasks performed by
the Arduino.
Qualifications
Education
Education is a very important aspect of an engineer. They must be proficient in math and physics
to allow them to design, create, and optimize in accordance with the laws of the universe.
Masters of Mechanical Engineering
Concordia University — Sep 2023 -
May 2025 (Expected)
Concordia University has extensive research facilities and focuses on the practical
application of engineering. The program is designed to give students the tools to solve
complex problems in the real world.
Relevant coursework: Combustion, fluid dynamics, turbomachinery, propulsion, and more.
Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering
McGill University — Sep 2019 -
May 2023
Along with a very distinguished and cutting edge research community, McGill University is
home to one of the top engineering programs in the world.
Placed 1st place in the Quebec Engineering Competition 2022
Delegate to the 2022 Candian Engineering Competition
Joined various councils to give back to the engineering community
Particiated in Engineering competitions
Relevant coursework: Fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, machine and mechanical design, control systems, propulsion, aerodynamics, and more.
DEC: Pure and Applied Sciences
Tav College — Aug 2017 - Jun
2019
Tav College is a small college which allows for more individual focus on the students and
their learning.
Dean's List 2017-2019
1st place in physics and mathematics competitions
Relevant coursework in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology
Captain of Robotics and Aero Team and cofounder of TAV 3D Printing Club
Experience
THERMAL ENGINEERING INTERN
MDA Space — — January 2024 - Present
Designing and building a thermal gasket testing rig to decrease gasket qualification time.
Teacher
Tav College — — June 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in accordance with curriculum standards.
Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback.
Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
ENGINEERING INTERN - TRAIN VALIDATION
ALSTOM — — May 2022 - October 2022
Designed and built wireless sensor kit to improve setup time and efficiency.
Conducted tests to validate the performance of the sensor kit.
Coordinated with engineers and technicians to complete various projects.
Arranged for the calibration of sensors to ensure accuracy and precision.
GENERAL MANAGER
THE CUBE MCGILL — — October 2019 - Present
Managed a team of 6 technicians to operate and fulfill 3D print orders.
Optimized time management systems to increase equipment efficiency.
DRIVETRAIN AND ELECTRONICS TEAM
MCGILL BAJA RACING — — August 2020 - Present
Developed data analysis methods to improve car design.
Maintained engine and drivetrain systems for optimal performance.
Tested and analyzed data from cars to gain insights for improvements.
Investigated ways to transform mechanical subsystems into electric ones.
ENGINE IGNITERS TEAM
MCGILL ROCKET TEAM — — August 2021 - August 2022
Designed, built and tested engine igniters for hybrid rocket engines.
Tested the rocket engine at the test site as a general member.
CLASS 2 ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT
CIUSSS MONTREAL — — April 2021 - September 2021
Implemented new systems to increase the rate of patient vaccination.
Assisted medical and administrative staff with their systems.
Improved correction methods required by 75%.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT
TAV COLLEGE — — January 2018 - January 2022
Assisted groups of 20+ students perform their laboratory experiments
Tutored students in physics, math, and chemistry
Conducted experiments alongside three other technicians for various research
projects
Assisted in organizing a fully equipped 3D printing service
Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality
and longevity
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
NO3RD — — December 2019 - January 2020
Communicated with a 4-person software team to help develop API and website back-end
software
Assisted in finding better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and
efficiency
Additional Experience
Frosh leader
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Design and optimize time management of the equipment to decrease downtime and
increase efficiency
Constructed new procedures to decrease lead time
McGill Engineering Competition contestant
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CAD|Madness contestant
McGill
Past Jobs
BUSBOY
EXCEPTIONS BISTRO — August 2017 - January 2019
Worked quickly, communicated with a team of 5+ staff to ensure cleanliness of the
workplace
Assisted in finding better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and
efficiency
LAWN CARE WORKER
EMES LAWN CARE — 3 summers (6 months total)
Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, wedding, grubbing and trimming and edging
around walks, walls and flower beds
Used Zero Turn lawnmowers and other machinery to care for and clean up lawns
Volunteer Experience
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McGill
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Design and optimize time management of the equipment to decrease downtime and
increase efficiency
Constructed new procedures to decrease lead time
McGill Engineering Competition contestant
McGill
CAD|Madness contestant
McGill
Past Jobs
BUSBOY
EXCEPTIONS BISTRO — August 2017 - January 2019
Worked quickly, communicated with a team of 5+ staff to ensure cleanliness of the
workplace
Assisted in finding better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and
efficiency
LAWN CARE WORKER
EMES LAWN CARE — 3 summers (6 months total)
Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, wedding, grubbing and trimming and edging
around walks, walls and flower beds
Used Zero Turn lawnmowers and other machinery to care for and clean up lawns
Skills
Skills
It is of extreme importance that an engineer is able to apply their scientific knowledge to the
world and their work. Without the ability to apply their knowledge, what good is an engineer?
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office
SolidWorks
NX, Teamcenter, Simcenter 3D
Programming
3D Printing, Modeling and Visualization
CNC Lathe and Mill
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
Soft Skills
Adaptable
Quick learner
Practical Problem solving
Pressure management
Interpersonal communication
Teamwork
Programming
Python
MatLab
Arduino C
Javascript
Py Libraries
Selenium
Requests
Numpy
TQDM
Trainings
MATLAB Simulink Simulations
Date: 2022
Training and in depth tutorials on the capabilities of Simulink for simulations of mechanical, fluid and electronic systems.
The trainings included comprehensive and all inclusive simulations for use in any situation.
SPICE Simulators
Date: 2022
SPICE simulators are a great tool for verifying electonic circuits.
Op Amps, basic electronic components, sources in both AC and DC, and many more were included.
This was learned over a semester during an electonics class at McGill University.
CNC Mill and Lathe
Date: 2019, Renewed: 2022
This training taught how CNC Mills and lathes work. From basic start-up procedures to how the
computer reads the G-codes that controls it. It also included tool swapping and calibrations.
WHIMS 2015
Date: 2018, Renewed: 2023
Basic lab safety that all laboratory workers should learn.
It is the information system to provide health and safety information for hazardous material
intended for use and storage.
Red Cross Lifeguard
Date: 2015
Full Lifeguard license including training in First-Aid, CPR, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogen
Cleanup.
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