Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering August 2018
California State University, Northridge
Academic Experience
CSUN FSAE Aero/Composites Volunteer September 2016 - July 2017
Aero/Composites Team Lead July 2017 – June 2018
Designed an aluminum mold for hollow carbon fiber S1223 airfoils
Improved the manufacturing process of our carbon fiber airfoils, decreasing lay-up time by 50%
Decreased the post processing of the airfoils in half by making a correction in mold geometry
Designed a Rear Wing which includes theoretical application of fluid dynamics as well as the implementation of ANSYS CFD
Successfully simulated a full car assembly in ANSYS CFD with limited hardware capabilities
Optimized the Rear Wing Assembly by increasing the downforce by 12% and decreasing the weight by 13% while maintaining the amount of drag force
Conducted analysis on hardware components of the Rear Wing on SolidWorks using the loads obtained from ANSYS CFD to optimize weight
Generated a testing procedure to validate simulation results from CFD
Related Work Experience
Haas Automation, Oxnard California June 2018 – August 2018
Engineering Intern
Machined parts in machine shop as well as assembled on the production line
Performed quality inspection on production floor
Come up with quick solutions to get machine off of assembly hold
Solved a problem that involved binding worm shaft sub-assemblies
Diagnosed and troubleshot issues with manufacturing processes
Designed and manufactured tooling for technicians to improve work efficiency
Created a blocking bracket to prevent CNC axis travel during shipping
MT Auto, Gardena California June 2009 - May 2017
Automotive Technician
Performed maintenance packages including timing belt, fluid flushes, brake pad replacement and brake rotor resurfacing using manual lathe
Diagnosis and repair of automotive systems such as engine, suspension, a/c and drive-train
Interacted with customers by explaining the problem and solution in a simplified manner
Reprogrammed ECU using manufacturer software
Special Skills and Computer Software
SolidWorks Modeling, SolidWorks FEA, ANSYS CFD, MATLAB, VBA, Microsoft Office (90 wpm),
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing ASME Y.14.5-2009
Familiar with composite tool making and manufacturing
Fluent in English and Vietnamese