About Me
I am a passionate product design engineer with an interest in materials, processes, and anthropometrics. I enjoy exploring the use of different and unique materials in my projects as well as how to best utilize their strengths and weaknesses. Along with this, I am always curious about the manufacturing process and how I can better design for it. In recent years I have also picked up an interest in user-centered design and how I can better tailor my designs for a more equitable experience.
With my excellent communication skills and leadership qualities, I’m equipped to be a great part of any team. I have a highly technical thought process and a keen eye for detail. Having collaborated in the past with designers, engineers, mechanics, and machinists, I am capable of working to fully realize any project.
Education
Bachelors of Industrial Design from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette (Graduated 2023)
Achievements
Graduated cum laude (GPA 3.6)
UL College of Architecture and Design Design Excellence Award (2021, 2022)
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Drove cross-functional design decisions on the Slushi platform, converting UX and ID direction into a mechanically robust, manufacturable architecture without diluting the consumer experience
Solved recurring mechanical failure modes in food-processing mechanisms by pairing structured RCCA and DOE with advanced CAD surfacing to design, test, and validate solutions
Drove alignment across global cross-functional teams and manufacturers, translating product requirements into designs that met both mechanical performance and cost targets
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Collaborated cross functionally and with team members and manufacturers globally
to bring innovation to the Ninja lineup
Applied design and engineering knowledge to bring thoughtful user experiences
to new and existing product lines
Utilized sketching, digital modeling, and rendering skills to convey ideas and
concepts during the design process
Created functional prototypes that proved concepts and laid the groundwork
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Assisted with various jobs concerning ET, IT, and vehicle electronics and mechanics
Installed radio and computer equipment in various body styles
Answered phone calls and provided tech support for paramedics
Traveled to various locations in Louisiana and Texas to aid in on-site maintenance
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Worked as a cashier on the Pro/Lumber side of the store and occasionally at
the main entrance and garden entranceAided in customer service for professionals and consumers
Worked with customers to find specific products that met their needs in-store and online
Worked with contractors on bulk and specialized orders
Experience
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Solidworks
Rhinoceros 3D
Creo
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
Keyshot
Finite Element Analysis
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Concept Development
Design for Manufacturing
Sketching
3D Printing
CNC Milling
Sewing and Pattern Making
Woodworking