Jan Korpacki
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Quick learner, experienced in working as a part of a team as well as autonomously. Able to design vehicle components with manufacturability in mind. Eager to learn new skills and industry practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chassis System Lead
MSU Formula Racing Team
East Lansing, Michigan
06.2024 - Current
- Design a carbon fiber monocoque chassis that complies with the FSAE rulebook.
- Design chassis geometry using CAD.
- Design and test a laminate schedule to ensure the safety of the structure while keeping weight to a minimum.
- Composite structures analysis using Ansys ACP.
- Manufacture and test sample panels to validate the design.
- Design and manufacture sandwich panel inserts to ensure high attachment strength, and precise mounting of components.
- Manufacture the chassis using prepreg carbon fiber.
- Conduct testing of the chassis to ensure that design criteria were met.
- Train new team members in working with composite materials and mechanical design.
- Document design and manufacturing processes.
Aerodynamics Team Member
MSU Formula Racing Team
East Lansing, MI
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Aerodynamic component design using Siemens NX.
- Precise machining of aluminum, Rohacell, and Renshape components.
- Wet layup composite part manufacturing.
- General power tool usage.
- Keeping the work environment clean.
- Designing and manufacturing of smaller vehicle components autonomously.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2027
High School Diploma -
PLOUL
Lodz, Poland04-2023
Skills
- Power tool operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Quality control procedures
- Shop equipment safety
- Computer-aided design
- Computer-aided manufacturing
- Composite component design and manufacturing
- Aluminum component design and manufacturing
- Ansys mechanical analysis
- TIG welding
- Mill and lathe machining
- Chemical handling
- Component assembly
- Microsoft Office programs
- Prepreg material handling
- Hand lamination abilities
- Vacuum bagging proficiency
- Adhesive bonding techniques
- Non-destructive testing methods
- CNC machining experience
- Blueprint reading proficiency
- Surface preparation techniques
Languages
French
Limited
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Chassis System Lead
MSU Formula Racing Team
06.2024 - Current
Aerodynamics Team Member
MSU Formula Racing Team
10.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
PLOUL
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