Dutch Kohlenberger
Fullerton,CA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerodynamics Sub-Team Engineer
Anteater FSAE Electric Racing
Irvine, California
01.2025 - Current
- Researched aerodynamic principles for the intuition of designing components.
- Designed aero components using CAD on SolidWorks, including nose cone, diffuser, and side wings.
- Created a simplified SolidWorks assembly for CFD simulation on Ansys and SolidWorks, generating 900 N of downforce.
- Collaborated with sub-teams in chassis, electronics, and powertrain to integrate aero components via Slack.
- Acquired carbon fiber manufacturing techniques, reducing weight by approximately 30% compared to fiberglass.
Store Associate
Shake Shack
Tustin, California
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient store operations during peak hours.
- Engaged with customers to provide exceptional service and resolve any concerns promptly.
Engineering Mini Rover Projects CAD Engineer
UCI
Irvine, California
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Designed and implemented a reliable rack-and-pinion steering system in SolidWorks; demonstrated through successful physical prototyping.
- Fabricated and assembled a servo motor-driven gripper mechanism capable of tracking and retrieving color-specific objects.
- Presented a comprehensive project proposal, effectively communicating technical solutions and outcomes to peers and faculty.
- Facilitated team collaboration and chemistry, shaping our team into more of a communicative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UCI
Irvine, CA06-2027
Skills
- CAD design
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Technical communication
- Problem solving
- Aerodynamics analysis
- Composite fabrication techniques
- CFD analysis
- SolidWorks
- Ansys
- Excel
- MS Office
Project Portfolio
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JF7G_DYKZkaoh1l802HHMxWk6f3qn5z7/view?usp=sharing
Traits
- Enthusiastic • Friendly • Team Player • Communicative • Hard working • Problem Solver
Timeline
Store Associate
Shake Shack
07.2025 - Current
Aerodynamics Sub-Team Engineer
Anteater FSAE Electric Racing
01.2025 - Current
Engineering Mini Rover Projects CAD Engineer
UCI
09.2023 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UCI