Work Experience

Coordinate direction of mockup equipment, test plans, and data analysis for creative approvals
Validate mechanical design and reliability by adapting general engineering principles to project case studies
Model track profile and ride systems within Solidworks for sizing and motion analysis
Prepare technical documents and CAD drawings for ride system feasibility studies
Simulate theoretical ride operation to analyze station layouts, cascade behavior, and throughput estimates

Positions Held: President, Vice President, Event Coordinator, Projects Chair, Undergraduate Ambassador
Lead an organization of 10 student officers and one faculty advisor in planning and overseeing quarterly operations, budgets, and initiatives for 200+ members and alumni
Coordinate in-person and remote events to promote ties between Drexel students and industry professionals
Promote Drexel's reputation as a pipeline for careers within the themed entertainment industry
Organize hands-on projects and events for students to learn and develop skills to use within the themed entertainment industry

Assisted with project deliverables and communication for theme park projects involving Show Activated Equipment and Guest Activated Equipment
Conducted thorough reviews of technical design packages and mechanical documentation to identify potential discrepancies, errors, and design optimizations
Collaborated with fabrication teams to conduct inspections, audits, and testing of mockups to verify manufacturing quality and adherence to design specifications

Worked with vendors and Universal Ride & Show Team Members to create immersive attractions and Show Action Equipment
Collaborated with fellow engineers, designers, and safety experts to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, ensuring the highest levels of guest and operator safety
Led the development of maintenance access plans for ride systems and show elements, focusing on facilitating efficient operations
Tracked installation status for upcoming attractions and maintained related design, construction, and operational documentation

Operate various attractions within an area of the park consisting of transport rides, leisure rides, and coasters
Collaborate with a team of people to provide guests with consistent and safe operation of attractions
Communicate and enforce park policy with guests in a friendly and professional manner
Maintain expert knowledge of safety and operation of attractions, and respond effectively to emergency situations
Learn quickly during Ops. certification training and adapt to the requirements of various rides around the park

Compete internationally in competitions representing the USA
Maintain and build USLA sleds using compressed air powered tools, welding, and technical knowledge in physics and fiberglass materials under the guidance of Olympic Coaches and Sled Technicians
Develop time management skills between training activities and personal time