Tyler Volzer
Albuquerque
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Powertrain team Intern
Formula SAE
05.2025 - Current
- Designed an Accumulator and Motor Controller capable of delivering up to 600V and 200amps.
- Contributed to 5+ design reviews, and performed safety checks for the accumulator, motor controller, and BMS system.
- Coordinated with my team and used solid works simulation validating 3+ designs and performing thermal analysis on > 10+ components.
- Supported cost management by sourcing materials within a tight budget, and reducing prices by 5-10%.
MultiCare Technician
Jiffy Lube
05.2023 - Current
- Completed > 1000 service requests over 24 months with 0 safety incidents.
- Diagnosed and solved mechanical issues in a high stress environment, ensuring reliable vehicle operation.
Team Leader
Wind Tunnel
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted aerodynamic testing of NACA 0012 (symmetric) and NACA 4412 (cambered) airfoils in a 6-inch wind tunnel to compare the performance of lift and drag.
- Operated a Toshiba VFD 1/3 HP induction motor and a dynamometer, ensuring accurate measurements for force and attack angle.
Education
Bachelors in Progress - 3rd Year - Mechanical Engineering
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2027
Skills
CAD and Simulation: Solidworks, Solidworks simulation, Fusion 360, Matlab/Simulink
EV Systems and High Voltage: Accumulator design, BMS integration, HV safety, Thermal Management
Manufacturing and Lab Tools: Mill, Lathe, CNC machine, Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Strain Gauge, Dynameter
Programming and Data: Matlab, Python, Excel (VBA), Data Acquisition
Websites
Timeline
Powertrain team Intern
Formula SAE
05.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Wind Tunnel
01.2025 - 05.2025
MultiCare Technician
Jiffy Lube
05.2023 - Current
Bachelors in Progress - 3rd Year - Mechanical Engineering
University of New Mexico