benji eaton

design intern

Country

united states

City

austin

Industry

automotive

Skill

solidworks, ansys, manufacturing, matlab, automotive engineering, python, team management, vehicle dynamics, finite element analysis, bartending, gd&t, technical drawing, microsoft excel, siemens nx, visual basic for applications, msc adams, mixtapes, vegan cooking

Experience

engine integration engineer

texas rocket engineering lab

2019-4 - 2019-9 · 6 mos

Member of student-led team working to develop and launch an RP1-LOX rocket beyond the Karman Line (100 km) - Work between Propulsion and Structures teams to design and analyze the rocket's thrust delivery system

vehicle dynamics lead

longhorn racing electric

2017-8 - 2019-6 · 1 yr 11 mos

* Lead a team of 25 student engineers in the design and fabrication of suspension, steering, and braking components of an FSAE Electric car. * Calculate dynamic load transfer, suspension response frequency, lateral stiffness and tyre output forces for a variety of race-specific cornering and acceleration scenarios * Perform ADAMS multibody simulation to characterize and optimize suspension and steering performance * Use ANSYS structural analysis to make drastic weight reductions in wheel hubs and suspension uprights * Create fully dynamic CAD assembly of the vehicle in SOLIDWORKS

validation and testing intern

recaro aircraft seating

2018-5 - 2018-8 · 4 mos

* Worked between Validation, Testing, and Analysis teams of this global aircraft seating manufacturer to ensure reliability and FAA/EASA regulatory compliance. * Assisted in setup, data acquisition and analysis of seat abuse testing * Developed database to store and search flammability testing records * Analyzed internal stresses developed in structural fasteners for use in nonlinear FEA

hood technician

roadrunner lube and tune

2017-5 - 2017-8 · 4 mos

Performed regular maintenance on passenger vehicles, including: oil changes, brake checks, tyre rotations and more. - Gained a practical understanding of differences in international auto manufacturers, engineer-technician relations, consumer attitudes towards vehicle maintenance and more

suspension subteam member

longhorn racing electric

2016-9 - 2017-8 · 1 yr

* Worked on the design and manufacture of the suspension system for UT Austin's first Formula SAE Electric race car. * Used Solidworks 3D modeling, sheet metal and drawing packages to prepare suspension design concepts for fabrication * Operated TIG welder, manual milling and lathing machines, belt sanders, angle grinders and more

private tutor

clubz in home tutoring

2015-10 - 2016-6 · 9 mos

Tutored high school and middle school students in a variety of STEM subjects. - Specialized in Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Physics

part-time clerk

quiktrip

2014-6 - 2016-1 · 1 yr 8 mos

Provided customer service, operated cash registers, stocked shelves and served janitorial duties at regional gas station chain.

design intern

general motors

2019-4 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

team captain

longhorn racing electric

2019-4 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

Lead The University of Texas' competitive design team racing in the Formula SAE Electric series - Manage a group of 80 undergraduates working across development, fabrication, and business functions