Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Awards
References
Hobbies and Interests
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TAI BENSON

Colorado Springs,Colorado

Summary

Motivated college student, currently enrolled and seeking opportunity to apply skills within the field and earn hands on experience. Adaptable and flexible, readily embracing challenges across various facets such as scheduling, workplace dynamics, and assignments. Possesses a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to ensuring seamless operations in dynamic work environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

FSAE Chief Mechanical Engineer/ VD Engineer

UCCS FSAE (Student Club)
05.2023 - Current
  • Expertly designed, built, and finished multiple racecar components using mills, lathes, welding, and other advanced machining tools.
  • Proficient in integrating multiple parts into larger assemblies, ensuring seamless operation of subsystems.
  • In-depth knowledge of machining processes, including tool selection and application for various tasks.
  • Skilled in linking multiple subsystems within a project to achieve comprehensive, larger-scale objectives.
  • Extensive experience in stress testing, static and dynamic testing, and conducting motion studies to ensure component reliability and performance.
  • Successfully machined parts such as water-jetted bellcranks, various types of mounts, steering systems with U-joints, steering tie rod adapters, and carbon composite racing steering wheels.
  • Delegated and managed tasks in order to meet deadlines within a small engineering team.

DISTILLERY AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Lee Spirits Company
05.2020 - 02.2024
  • Acted as a manager for a team, effectively delegating tasks for timely and through completion
  • Managed administrative, logical, and physical aspects of distillery operation
  • Served as the main technician for building and machines within
  • Notable examples; SKA depalletizer, Wildgoose Canning line, as well as overseeing compress air and electrical systems
  • Frequently troubleshooted and solved problems to allow for optimal functionality and efficiency
  • Oversaw all aspects within customer orders including hands on production and shipping utilizing heavy equipment to complete jobs.
  • Handled production of product throughout whole process, well versed in distilling and mixing materials to achieve specific tastes and textures.
  • Frequently had to think on the fly to meet expectations and deadlines on production and distilling

Maintenance Technician

Kenny & Company
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Managed repairs and upkeep for both commercial and residential properties, ensuring optimal condition of interiors and exteriors.
  • Extensively repaired electrical, plumbing, and hardware systems within buildings. This included HVAC and fitting in small spaces such as attics.
  • Frequently had to utilize judgment and problem solving skills to independently resolve issues and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Designed and fabricated solutions for broken parts and newly constructed components.
  • Experienced in understanding and managing budgets for maintenance projects.
  • Efficiently gathered materials and supplies for jobs in a timely fashion, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget.

Education

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT (3RD YEAR) -

University Of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
05.2026

Skills

  • Additive and 3D printing
  • Solidworks
  • AutoCAD
  • Fusion 360
  • Forklift Certified
  • Formula SAE Team Member
  • 3rd Year Mechanical Engineering Student
  • Applied engineering principles and critical thinking skills to generate innovative solutions
  • Understanding on how to modify and maintain equipment to perform separate functions than intended
  • Management and Task delegation
  • Problem Solving and Critical Thinker

Accomplishments

  • Created professional level 'forged' carbon steering wheel
  • Developed full dynamical system for FSAE car, this included redesigning from paper to part, new suspension arms and components within 22 hours
  • Earing award for best design during 2022 RHS Boat Regatta
  • Completed 3D print of custom helmet comprised of mutiple interlocking parts

Awards

  • IB Personal Project
  • Academic Excellence Awards (2019-2023)
  • Reisher Scholar
  • Best Design for 2022 RHS Boat Regatta

References

  • Cole Chapman, 352-988-3814
  • Reece Adragna, radragna@uccs.edu, 719-640-0692
  • Nick Loew, loewnick@gmail.com, 719-231-9774

Hobbies and Interests

  • Rockclimbing
  • Building/Designing
  • Launchpad
  • 3D Printing
  • Gaming
  • Racing/Modifying Cars
  • Learning
  • FSAE

Timeline

FSAE Chief Mechanical Engineer/ VD Engineer

UCCS FSAE (Student Club)
05.2023 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Kenny & Company
05.2022 - 08.2022

DISTILLERY AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Lee Spirits Company
05.2020 - 02.2024

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT (3RD YEAR) -

University Of Colorado Colorado Springs

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