About Colin
Mechanical Engineer focused on turning analysis into buildable systems
I’m a mechanical engineering student at UC Santa Barbara with hands-on experience across design, simulation, manufacturing, and testing.
My work focuses on building engineering solutions that don’t just look good in CAD, but perform reliably in the real world.From drivetrain systems to precision fiber optic connectors, I enjoy working at the intersection of analysis, fabrication, and validation — where design decisions are proven through testing and iteration.
How I Think as an Engineer
I approach engineering problems from a system-level perspective before optimizing individual components. Understanding how parts interact within a larger system helps guide better design decisions early on.
I use simulation and analysis to inform design direction, but I rely on fabrication and physical testing to validate assumptions. Many of my most effective improvements come from lessons learned during assembly, testing, and iteration.
✔ Design components with manufacturability and assembly in mind from the start
✔ Use FEA and analysis as decision-support tools, not final answers
✔ Fabricate, assemble, and test to validate performance under real conditions
Core focus: Design → Analyze → Build → Test
Experience Highlights
Gaucho Racing — Drivetrain Lead
Designed and manufactured drivetrain systems for an electric Formula SAE race car, focusing on performance optimization, weight reduction, and real-world validation.
Glenair — Product Engineering Intern
Developed production-ready mil-spec fiber optic connectors, supporting CAD modeling, GD&T documentation, testing, and manufacturing processes.
ITT Inc. — Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Supported manufacturing engineering initiatives in a production environment, contributing to process improvement, product support, and hands-on engineering tasks while working within real-world manufacturing and quality constraints.
Manufacturing & Research Support — UCSB
Fabricated and supported over 100 custom parts and prototypes using CNC machining, 3D printing, laser cutting, and waterjet manufacturing.
What I'm Looking For
I’m currently seeking full-time mechanical engineering roles where I can contribute to product development, R&D, or manufacturing-focused teams. I’m especially interested in roles that value hands-on engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.