About
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In addition to my professional career as a Test Engineer, I have dedicated countless weekends to the race track and the racing community.
"You could say it's in my genes..."
"This relentless pursuit of excellence in both ADAS testing and the racing world has honed my problem solving skills..."
"...I hope to positively impact both the automotive industry and the racing community"
In my free time, I love putting my technical skills to use and indulging in various hobbies. One of my lifelong passions, besides my work in testing, is my deep love for racing. You could say it’s in my genes – my grandparents were founding members of the NHRA, and they passed down their passion for all things fast to me from an early age.
I started my racing journey behind the wheel of a Quarter Midget. But as time went on, I discovered a different kind of satisfaction in working on race cars to make them winners rather than racing myself. It’s like an art form to me, fine-tuning every aspect of the vehicle’s performance for that sweet taste of victory. I’ve been fortunate enough to be quite successful in this area, working with several race teams on the West Coast and helping them secure numerous victories and championships in short track racing. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy jumping in the seat every once in a while. I’m just more successful outside of the car than inside of the car.
Being a hardcore race car enthusiast and a skilled engineer, I’m always on the lookout for fresh ideas to boost vehicle performance. Whether it’s playing with suspension systems, optimizing aerodynamics, or squeezing more power out of the engine, I’m obsessed with reaching perfection. This relentless pursuit of excellence in both ADAS testing and the racing world has really sharpened my problem-solving skills, making me a flexible and creative engineer.
Through my journey, I’ve realized that being a Test Engineer and a racing enthusiast go hand in hand. Both fields demand precision, dedication, and a constant drive for improvement. So, in my work and personal pursuits, I hope to positively impact both the automotive industry and the racing community.
My Skills
I believe in the fact that learning never stops and I am interested in learning new technologies and programming languages that will help me advance my skills and career as an ADAS Engineer and a Vehicle Dynamics Engineer.
Proficiency
Experience
2017-Present
Dynamic Research Inc
Senior Staff Engineer
• Employs technical expertise and experience to successfully perform Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
testing; vehicle dynamics testing; data acquisition and analysis; MATLAB post-processor development; database
management; and testing equipment maintenance, repairs, and modifications.
• Operates the Suspension Parameters Measurement Machine for kinematics and compliance testing.
• Oversees a team of engineers and technicians in both the daily operations of DRI’s satellite testing facility in Shafter, CA
and the continuous refinement and expansion of testing services.
• Onboards and trains new engineers on DRI processes and testing procedures.
• Guides fellow test engineers through the troubleshooting processes during equipment and software malfunctions.
• Collaborates with customers and government agencies in the research of testing services to further the advancement
of safety related to ADAS and Autonomous Vehicles.
• Successfully plans and manages capital expenditures for testing equipment upgrades and facility expansion, ensuring
optimal use of resources and meeting project timelines.
• Creates detailed budget estimates for ADAS testing projects, including equipment procurement, personnel costs,
planning and preparation, and proving ground rental, ensuring accurate project cost forecasting and financial planning.
• Develops and writes proposal letters and statements of work for ADAS testing projects, outlining project scope,
deliverables, timelines, and cost estimates to secure new business and contracts.
• Utilizes strong communication and negotiation skills to effectively present budget estimates and proposals to clients,
gaining their trust and confidence in DRI's capabilities and services.
• Coordinated the expansion of the DRI test facility and proving grounds.
• Led development of the low inertia robotic steering controller used in Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) testing at DRI.
2016-2017
Bernell Hydraulics Inc
Systems engineer
• Assisted customers by troubleshooting hydraulic system malfunctions; sizing and rebuilding pumps, valves, and cylinders; and providing sales support.
2012-2016
LA Racing
Race Car TEchnician
• Conducted pre-race safety inspections, preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and vehicle setup of all the company’s race cars.
Education
2012-2016
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Bachelor of science, mechanical engineering
Activities and societies: •ASME •ASHRAE •FSAE
2009-2012
Chaffey College
Associate of Arts, University Studies: Math and science
Activities and societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society