My name is Michael, and I'm currently a graduate student at the University of Colorado Boulder, working towards a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering back in May 2024. I was also a part of the Bachelor’s Accelerated Master’s (BAM) program where I was able to take graduate-level coursework as an undergraduate student.

I am originally from Edmond, Oklahoma, but I have spent most of my life in Colorado, living in places like Breckenridge, Thornton, and Boulder. As a first-generation college student, I initially pursued engineering because I enjoyed math and science more than any other subject. Through coursework, this interest quickly grew into a passion for designing and manufacturing components. Whether using SolidWorks to model designs or machining parts in the shop, I was drawn to the creativity and hands-on process of bringing projects to life.

My experiences are diverse and multidisciplinary. I have worked at small start-ups like Kelvin Thermal Technologies, where I fabricated and supported production processes for flexible vapor chambers. As a member of the Formula SAE team in Boulder, I contributed to powertrain and chassis components, including fabricating an air intake system and designing bellcranks. I have also taken several robotics classes, developing autonomous robots to compete in events like dodgeball. One of my most notable experiences was my senior capstone, sponsored by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), where I collaborated with a team of six to design, manufacture, and test a prototype Mars hexacopter chassis. I seek to build on this portfolio by taking on new engineering challenges to not only refine my skills but also contribute to advancing technologies that benefit the world.

I'm actively pursuing internship opportunities for the Summer, and Fall of 2025. If you have potential opportunities, please feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect.