About Me

Inventor at Heart, Mechanical Engineer by Profession 

Education:

University of Pennsylvania Alumnus, B.S.E. Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, MEAM May 2020

University of Florida, MSAS/AI : Master of Science in Architectural Studies/Concentration in Themed Environment Integration & Artificial Intelligence, May 2025

Experienced in Robotics, VR, AR, Immersive Experiences, Programming Languages, Mechatronics & Developing Technologies

Experienced project manager and mechanical engineer recognized as a "Disney Dreamer & Doer" finalist. Skilled in problem-solving, utilizing engineering to develop innovative solutions. Trained in mechanical engineering, robotics, and equipped with a creative mind and technical expertise. Passionate about understanding how things work and eager to learn. Well-suited for projects in STEM, Theme Park Entertainment, and Amusement Projects, including system design, robotics, mechanical ride or immersive experiences.

Spare Time

Interests: Robotics, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical Engineering, Theme Parks.
Spare time - Learning new programing languages. Creating systems to automate daily tasks to help others with ADHD

Looking for positions in Orlando, FL in theme park engineering, robotics or AR/VR

Pet Peeve: Bad animatronics. Would love to work on project to improve movement and enhance realism in robotics. 

Strong Leader: "I see where in a project we need to plug in the holes.  "  ~  Expert in troubleshooting: “It’s a passion to design, test and deliver products, especially those that have undergone previous, failed iterations".

Engineering & Work Projects

My current work experience in 2024 and 2025 included two internship during graduate school at Universal Orlando and Universal Creative, working on the new EPIC park. During my current internship at Universal Orlando I work at Global Attraction Programs, both of these internships were part of a sabatical I took to be able to complete my Masters Degree. I particularily liked working on the anamatronics or animated figures and KUKA robots. Other work experiences include Mechanical Engineering positions, including producing new and refubish parts for an arial survey & flight management system company, and a Project Manager for an Aquatics Engineering company; worked as a Lead Engineer & Technology Specialist for an ecommerce company for 3+ years. Recently finished projects: Working in Unity and C# developing a Pegeen Dress Dreamertm and about to launch a VR Storefront & an interactive mirror as my remaining, final projects.  MORE.....

School Projects

I graduated in 2020 from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences with a BSE in Mechanical Engineering. There I added many graduate-level robotics courses in addition to ABET required courses, as well as mechanical design and fabrication to my course load and as a bonus, several classes in Chinese.  I am quite proficient in computer  and programming languages.   
In May 2025, I graduated with a MSAS-TEI and AI - School of Architecture at Universit of Florida, CityLab in Themed Enviornments and AI Certificate for Immersive Experiences.  MORE......

Education 

"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." 
Ben Franklin Founder, University of Pennsylvania       
BSE, Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics (MEAM) Class of 2020 , University of Pennsylvania    School of Engineering and Applied Science  

Attending - University of Florida, School of Architecture, Masters in Architectural Studies, Themed Enviornments & AI Certificate

Anticipated May 2025 

 

Achievement, Awards and Interests

Member: IAAPA  and  TEA NextGen
Disney Dreamer & Doer
Member: Ivy League Club
SAAST Robotics Program, UPenn
USGA Jr Champion - Tramp & Tumble
Robotics Club
Duke  Talent Identification Program Duke University
National Merit Semi-Finalist
Founded, "A Flood Of Book"  and  "The  iPAD Initiative"