Machining & CAM
Produced precision parts using CAM-generated toolpaths and shop-floor machining workflows that prioritized fit, repeatability, and manufacturability.
CNC milling
Generated toolpaths, machined components, and verified part quality against design intent.
Manual equipment
Used lathe and mill workflows for quick-turn parts, modifications, and shop support.
Process selection
Matched geometry and tolerance needs to appropriate fabrication methods.
Fixtures, Assembly & Tolerances
Used fixture design and geometric control to support repeatable builds, accurate assembly, and consistent system performance.
Welding fixtures
Designed fixtures to control mounting-tab placement and protect suspension geometry targets.
GD&T
Defined functional tolerances for machined suspension components and interfaces.
Inspection
Verified tolerances and fits through metrology and practical assembly checks.
Rapid Prototyping
Used rapid fabrication methods to shorten design loops, validate geometry, and test mechanisms before committing to harder-to-change hardware.
3D printing
SLA and FDM workflows for fit checks, early mechanism validation, and iterative hardware development.
Laser & waterjet cutting
Fast profile-based fabrication for fixtures, brackets, and shop-ready prototypes.
Iteration mindset
Used prototypes as a way to uncover assembly, alignment, and manufacturing issues early.
Fabrication in Context
The manufacturing side of my work is not separate from design — it drives how I model parts, choose tolerances, and evaluate whether a concept is practical.
Design for manufacturing
Geometry and interfaces are shaped by what can be built reliably and inspected effectively.
Validation through hardware
Fabrication provides the bridge between simulation assumptions and real mechanical behavior.
Hands-on execution
Comfortable moving from model to machine to assembled hardware within the same project cycle.