Troy Starks
Twinsburg,OH
Summary
Resourceful and self-driven Mechatronics Engineer with hands-on experience in mechanical design, automation, and robotics. Proven success in optimizing 3D printing operations, creating SolidWorks automation tools, and improving manufacturing processes through data-driven solutions. Skilled in CAD modeling, mechanical design, controls integration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Lighter Than Air Research
Akron, OH
05.2022 - Current
- Partnered with mechanical and electrical engineers to enhance automation of tank-filling and testing operations.
- Designed and released mechanical components + assemblies (mounts, jigs, brackets, piping layouts) with clear drawings and revision control to support various teams.
- Oversaw Prusa/Bambu lab prototyping fleet, ensuring calibration, preventative maintenance, and inventory management to maintain project timelines across deparments.
- Redesigned helium filling hardware for test airships, cutting fill time by 50% using quick‑connect kite valves.
- Supported tolerance/fit verification using robotic vision and inspection workflows
Education
B.S - Mechatronics Engineering
Kent State University
Kent, OH01-2026
Associates of Arts -
University of Akron
Akron, OH 08.2018 - 05.2022
Diploma -
Akron Early College
Akron, OH 08.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
- Controls/Automation: PLC Programming (Studio 5000), Allen‑Bradley PLC Operations, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
- Software: MATLAB, C, RoboDK, NI Multisim
- Mechanical: SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, GD&T / Tolerance Analysis, Technical Drawings
- Inspection: PolyWorks, ZEISS INSPECT; Digital Calipers, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes
- Additive Manufacturing: Prusa & Bambu 3D Printers, Slicing, Printing Optimization, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Certification
- Fanuc Tool Handling and Operations
- Parker Hannifin Industrial Hydraulic Technology: Level 1 Basic Hydraulics
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Lighter Than Air Research
05.2022 - Current
Associates of Arts -
University of Akron
08.2018 - 05.2022
Diploma -
Akron Early College
08.2018 - 05.2022
B.S - Mechatronics Engineering
Kent State University