Design Researcher at Tata Elxsi

Led end-to-end design research and UX modernization for a leading tech company, improving data-collection tools supporting large-scale hardware and AI programs and reducing task completion time by 32%. Moderated in-home and multi-city user studies for next-generation devices, ensuring protocol compliance, high-quality data capture, and boosting research efficiency by 30% through standardized procedures. Conducted usability testing and quantitative/qualitative analysis, troubleshooting prototype hardware and software to deliver actionable insights and cut design iteration cycles by 25%. Partnered with cross-functional R&D, engineering, and product teams to refine study execution, enhance participant experience, manage large data sets, and accelerate stakeholder decision-making.

Lighting Design Assistant at Miller Design Group

Supported multidisciplinary design workflows by developing studio processes, streamlining project documentation, and preparing essential resources, improving team efficiency by 30%. Delivered 3+ precise architectural lighting calculations using DIA Lux, Visual Lighting & Controls, and AGi32, ensuring accurate energy-efficient and functional design simulations. Improved client communication by creating 20+ compelling visual renderings with Photoshop and 2 detailed case studies, and conducted research on 5+ materials, design trends, and technology, resulting in clearer design concepts. Modernized the company website to increase engagement by 10% and lead generation by implementing user-centric navigation and accessibility improvements.

Interior Design Assistant at LoRelai Design Studio

Curated and selected design concepts for 20+ individual rooms, ensuring cohesive aesthetics and functionality aligned with client visions and architectural project goals. Ensured accurate interior project execution and client satisfaction by developing 30+ detailed room elevations and design boards, and efficiently managing material procurement within a $200k budget, resulting in 20% cost savings for clients. Designed and implemented 2 custom furniture pieces, including complex bunk and quad bunk designs, creating detailed 3D models and 2D technical drawings for fabrication and installation within a $2k budget. Streamlined material selection and enhanced client presentations by organizing the same room, reducing project delays by 12%.

Junior Industrial & Graphic Designer Intern at Cycling Batteries

Led cross-functional collaboration with design, engineering, and sustainability teams to develop a fast-charging (under 15 minutes), safe, and reusable battery solution compatible with 500 million e-bikes in the market, enhancing user experience and manufacturability. Produced comprehensive visual assets, including 3D models and technical documentation sets that boosted brand engagement by 20% and enhanced product clarity for stakeholders, while implementing sustainable material strategies that reduced carbon footprint by 32%. Operated and prepared printers for 200+ production runs, reducing print setup time by 30%, ensuring 98% first-time print quality, and minimizing production delays to improve turnaround time. Improved team productivity by communicating workload and machine status, leading to quicker resolution of machine issues by 40% and smoother workflow transitions. Contributed to Post-Production and Process teams, refining 3D prints, optimizing workflows, and ensuring high-qua

Production Intern at Makela B

Collaborated with professionals to enhance production processes in a fast-paced fabrication environment, increasing production output by 32% and improving quality control by 25%. Achieved cosmetically perfect SLA 3D prints by removing supports and sanding, significantly reducing surface roughness and attaining tight dimensional accuracy for 200+ critical components. Operated and prepared printers for 200+ production runs, reducing setup time by 30%, ensuring 98% first-time print quality, and minimizing production delays to improve turnaround time. Boosted team productivity by effectively communicating work load and machine status, leading to quicker resolution of machine issues by 40% and smoother workflow transitions. Contributed to Post-Production and Process teams, refining 3D prints, optimizing workflows, and ensuring high-quality standards, while learning PrusaSlicer and Materialise Magics for file preparation and production coordination, resulting in a 15% improvement in producti

Shop Monitor at Jefferson Prototyping Workshop

Oversaw lab operations, directing adherence to rules and guidelines, and maintaining cleanliness during working hours, leading to a 10% reduction in experimental errors. Offered technical assistance for correct tool usage, effectively resolving issues within an average response time of 2 hours, leading to a 15% decrease in downtime and ensuring smooth operations. Managed 100+ tools, materials, and supplies inventory, expanding supply orders and restocking processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in inventory efficiency. Reported equipment maintenance needs and proficiently operated fabrication tools such as 3D printing technology and laser cutters, reducing equipment downtime by 15%.