Hardworking student currently earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Extensive experience in research, data collection, and data analysis. Passionate and excited to learn about the industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Crop Biomechanics Lab Research Assistant
BYU Mechanical Engineering Department
08.2022 - Current
Performed quantitative and qualitative analysis on maize stalk failure
Designed experiments, collected data, and processed data.
Developed prototypes for agricultural technology
Materials Innovation Lab Research Assistant
BYU Mechanical Engineering Department
05.2022 - Current
Performed research on ductility of metals for aerospace and automotive applications
Focus on developing methods for measuring strain in materials, specifically Digital Image Correlation.
Maintained detailed documentation of research methods
Science and Engineering Reference Assistant
Harold B. Lee Library
08.2021 - 08.2022
Assisted librarians and students with research and other projects.
Provided exceptional customer service by helping patrons with directions, access to library resources, general questions, etc.
Helped create and run library outreach initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
04.2025
Skills
Research
Data Collection and Analysis
Problem Solving
SolidWorks
Programming Languages: C, MATLAB, R
Technical Writing
Publications
"Multiscale characterization of deformation and defect structures during continuous bending under tension", Advanced Characterization Techniques for Quantifying and Modeling Deformation, March 2023.
"Micro-DIC as a method to measure through-thickness strain in CBT specimens", Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, February 2023.
"Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of the Structural Failure Process of Maize Stalk Lodging", Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, February 2023.
Timeline
Crop Biomechanics Lab Research Assistant
BYU Mechanical Engineering Department
08.2022 - Current
Materials Innovation Lab Research Assistant
BYU Mechanical Engineering Department
05.2022 - Current
Science and Engineering Reference Assistant
Harold B. Lee Library
08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Brigham Young University
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