Work Experience

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

August 2019 - Present

  • Specialized in thermal and fluid simulations of complex mechanical systems, leading design and analysis efforts across large‐scale infrastructure projects valued at $15M+
  • Managed cross‐functional teams of up to 6 engineers across mechanical, structural, and architectural disciplines, completing work ahead of schedule and under budget
  • Authored 30+ technical proposals, incorporating detailed internal budgets, project phasing schedules, and comprehensive task plans for diverse engineering services and securing over $2M in awarded contracts annually

Notable Projects

  • Fusion Reactor Cooling System Design and Assessment
    • Conducted 3D STAR-CCM+ simulations of coolant channels under EM heating, identifying thermal hotspots and improving steady/transient performance
    • Proposed flow re-routing strategy that improved heat transfer efficiency by 35%, enhancing thermal margin across the channel geometry
    • Automated parametric simulations with Java-based scripting, improving analysis turnaround time by 200% and enabling rapid sensitivity studies
  • Fission Reactor Seismic Loading Assessment
    • Simulated two-phase flow behavior during seismic disturbances using STAR-CCM+ to validate compliance with ASME and NRC thermal safety criteria
    • Achieved 15% flow rate gain by redesigning piping layout, improving cooling capacity during peak seismic loads
  • Airport Parking Garage Natural Ventilation Design and Assessment
    • Designed a natural ventilation system using STAR‐CCM+ simulations that eliminated the need for mechanical HVAC systems, saving $5M in project costs while maintaining air quality standards
    • Executed transient 3D CFD simulations during peak traffic hours to size inlet openings, decreasing peak pollutant concentration by 40% over baseline design
  • Large-Scale Museum Condensation Risk and Occupant Comfort Assessment
    • Evaluated 18,000 sq. ft. internal environment for condensation and thermal comfort using detailed air movement and moisture load modeling
    • Reduced glazing condensation risk by 68% through air supply optimization and stratification mitigation
  • Residential Condensation Risk Assessment
    • Conducted 3D steady-state thermal simulation using ANSYS for 96,000 sq. ft. residential structure to identify high-risk surfaces
    • Reduced condensation exposure from baseline to 35 nonconsecutive hours/year through convection coefficient sensitivity analysis and roofing buildup redesign

CFD Undergraduate Researcher: University of Alabama

May 2018 - August 2018

  • Developed and validated a transient CFD model of in‐cylinder tumble flow for a 2.4L Chrysler Cirrus engine using particle image velocimetry, achieving 80% agreement with measured flow fields and validating intake port design
  • Presented research at the 71st APS Division of Fluid Dynamics conference, showcasing model accuracy in predicting tumble numbers and velocity vector fields within a 95% confidence interval

FEA Engineering Intern: Harris Corporation

May 2017 - August 2017

  • Modeled and physically tested radar jammer components to meet structural, vibrational, and thermal criteria using ANSYS Mechanical APDL and CREO Parametric, integrating component design into the overall assembly