Experience

DH Pace Company, Inc.

• United States
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jul 2021 - Present



GCU Capstone

• Project Manager/Test Lead

  • Aug 2020 - Apr 2021

  • Led a team of 4 to design, fabricate and test a canine dummy for a car crash test project proposed by Exponent• Successfully and safely completed a drop test of a 25 lbs metal dog dummy for 30 ft to mimic a 30-mph car crash test• Researched, analyzed, and interpreted data of more than 100+ dog breeds and 15+ canine harness sizing to classify and select the most suitable breeds based on the project’s budget, timeline, and customer requirements• Completed and presented the final canine design including SolidWorks drawings, selected materials, and vendors, bill of materials, fabrication, and testing plans to 6+ engineering professors, mentor, and Exponent's representative



GCU American Society of Mechanical Engineers

• Vice President/Project Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Apr 2021

  • Sanctioned to the position by peers in a club election• Increased club participations from 5 to 15+ members in a year by proposing ASME Human Power Vehicle Challenge and facilitating new member training and development sessions on engineering shop machining and tools operation• Participated in ASME 2021 competition by leading a team of 10+ members to design, fabricate and test a recumbent tricycle, developing a one-year project schedule, and obtaining deadlines from the ASME• Organized and presented to ASME judges on team’s innovation ideas, received recognition for first-time participation and ranked 29th out of 59 teams.• Completed the design report development by outlining a 20 page-document, specifying deadlines and expectations for 7 subsystems, and reviewing the final paper with the club advisor before submission• Developed a $1,500 budget and funding strategy based on pandemic restriction, school policy, and available resources

• Frame Design Lead

  • Apr 2020 - Sep 2020

  • Completed Frame design for the ASME 2021 competition in 2 months by designing the Frame 5+ times using team feedbacks and simulated the Frame on SolidWorks using ASME requirements and Ergonomics constraints• Satisfied the Frame $200 budget by selecting the most suitable metal provider among 3 contacted manufacturers; final metal cost remained under $100 allowing the other $100 to be utilized for the Wheels team• Cut and welded metals in 4 weeks by collaborating with 3 Frame members by seeking instructions from mentors• Simulated different loads on the chassis using SolidWorks to analyze the stresses, potential material failures, and factors of safety • Researched and evaluated material alternatives for the frame to develop a bill of materials• Communicated design specifications with other subsystems to ensure the successful integration of the system as a whole



Grand Canyon University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Engineer Student

  • Apr 2018 - Apr 2021

  Significant courses:• Mechanical Instrumentation and Devices & Lab: Designed and built a circuit of logic gates and integrated it with LabView to monitor a shuttle’s motion• Transport Phenomena & Lab: Designed and simulated SolidWorks models to analyze the effect of different bicycle fairing shapes on air drag force reduction• Solid Mechanics & Lab: Designed, assembled, and tested different loads on a subscale bridge model to analyze different stresses, material properties, and connection failures• Thermodynamics & Lab – Class Project: Researched and designed an HVAC system (including an evaporative cooler, an air conditioner, and a heat pump) for a new average home in Phoenix, Arizona• Statics & Dynamics – Class Project: Researched, designed, 3-D printed, assembled, and tested and analyzed a subscale vertical wind turbine• Computer-Aided Engineering & Lab – Class Project: Designed and Modeled components, 3-D printed parts, assembled and raced a mini racing carProjects• Created small kalimba, wood table, and jewelry organizer by utilizing woodshop machinery and laser carving• Completed Arduino projects to practice and demonstrate differing engineering skills



Canyon 49 Grill

• Server

  • Feb 2018 - Apr 2021

  • Promoted from hostess to server by demonstrating continuous growth and learning• Received Student Worker of Quarter 2018 award for improving teamwork and excellent customer service• Received thank you notes from customers by showing attention to detail while performing excellent customer service• Developed restaurant floor plan based on numbers of servers and seating to provide the most efficient flow of the operation• Trained 5+ new servers on menu knowledge, restaurant standards, and how to efficiently provide quality service• Foster warm relationships with repeat customers by memorizing names, conversation details, and dining feedbacks• Suggested menu items and specialty drinks according to corporate specifications, customers' interests, and allergies• Delivered friendly and efficient service to more than 40 guests per shift by making accommodations according to specific needs, including providing child booster seats, and ensuring customers with wheelchair felt comfortable• Communicated with guests and restaurant staff to guarantee all concerns were promptly addressed and guests left happy• Managed side work duties during and at the end of assigned shifts to maintain a clean and organized work environment



GCU Society of Automotive Engineers

• Member

  • Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Member of Brake system team of Canyon motorsports participating in the formula design series to build and compete a formula-style racecar• Fostered young engineers through MESA Day, leading them in projects and encouraging them in STEM • Member of Brake system team of Canyon motorsports participating in the formula design series to build and compete a formula-style racecar• Fostered young engineers through MESA Day, leading them in projects and encouraging them in STEM



muongthanhtnhotel

• Vietnam
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Laundry Service Intern

  • Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

  Collected and placed linens and towels in containers and transported to laundry department. Participated in teamwork to efficiently dry and fold from small to large pieces of laundry, such as: bed linens, bathroom towels, table napkins, and tablecloths using the rolling dryer. Transported laundered items to proper destination to quickly supply needed linens and towels for housekeepers and servers to use

• Housekeeping Intern

  • May 2017 - Jul 2017

  Attended department meetings every work-day as required to suggest ideas, report damages, receive assigned duties and updates such as compliments and complaints. Worked as a team member to clean up to 17 rooms per day, including single, double and V.I.P rooms. Prioritized and organized work efficiently to accomplish workload within time allotted. Performed a variety of cleaning activities, such as: sweeping lobbies, mopping the floors, dusting windows and closets, polishing furniture and equipment, washing bathrooms and changing linens. Recognized and acted on safety hazards by wiping wipe up spills or wet spots off of the floor, keeping hallways uncluttered when using cleaning equipment. Constantly reported cleaned rooms to supervisors to efficiently welcome more guests and needed supplies to the Housekeeping Director after work



Learning Commons

• Math Tutor

  • Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

  Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students. Teach students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies. Provide private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance, improve occupational skills, or prepare for academic or occupational tests. Review class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems, or reviewing worksheets or other assignments. Assess students' progress throughout tutoring sessions. Participate in training and development sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques. Organize tutoring environment to promote productivity and learning. Develop teaching and training materials, such as handouts and study materials. Research and recommend textbooks, software, equipment, and other learning materials to complement tutoring.



Phoenix College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Intern/Volunteer

  • Feb 2016 - Dec 2016

  Greet persons entering department, determine nature and purpose of visit and direct or escort them to specific destination on campus. Deliver presentations describing services Career Services provides. Provide information about establishment, such as location of departments and offices, employees within the organization, and services provided.Operate a 4 line telephone to answer, screen or forward calls, providing information to students/community members, taking messages, or scheduling appointments. Schedule appointments using Google calendar and maintain and update appointment calendars. File and maintain records, keep a current record of staff members’ whereabouts and availability and performing duties, such as straightening brochures to maintain Career Services area. Transmit information and documents to customers, using computer and mail. Contact with more than 20 employers to follow up with job and internship opportunities in order to perform the most accurate information to students and community members. Support co-workers and supervisor with Internship Fair and Career Fair by preparing sandwich boards, serving lunch meal to employers and setting up the food table.