June 1990 to Present

Analytical Engineer: Specialties include finite element stress, thermal and dynamic analysis of mechanical systems. Analysis of rolling element bearing systems. FORTRAN programming.

Thomas & Betts Corporation

1979 to 1989

Engineering & Quality Control Technician: Responsibilities included precision measurement of mechanical components and use and programming of automated measuring systems.

Academic Background

Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) - M.E. June 2000
Areas of study include Advanced Strength of Materials, Elasticity, Vibrations, Heat Transfer and Finite Element Analysis.

Lafayette College - B.S. Mechanical Engineering, 1990

CAD/CAE and FEA Experience:
COSMOS/M, ANSYS, Bentley Microstation Modeler, CADKEY, AUTOCAD.

Professional Activities

American Society of Mechanical Engineers - Member since 1989.

Publications

Co-authored 2 technical papers on bearing life analysis, and bearing computer analysis codes.