OLIVIA SCHROEDER

Work Experience

Stanford University Course Assistant

Product Realization Lab

Sep 2023 to Present

• Designed and developed the structured lab curriculum and product, advised students’ projects, and organized teaching materials as the classroom course assistant for ME 103/203: Design & Manufacturing
• Guided materials testing, support students, and organize teaching materials as a classroom assistant for ME 129: Manufacturing Processes and Design
• Facilitated learning in the machine shop, woodshop, foundry, plastics room, welding room, and rapid prototyping space for over 1400 users
• Ensured the safety of users in the lab by upholding a culture that prioritizes human and then machine safety

Stanford University Research Intern

Biomimetics and Dexterous Manipulation Lab

Jun 2022 to Aug 2022

• Designed and fabricated benchtop simulator of left-ventricular motion for cardiac sensor testing
•  Assisted with design and development of trans-ventricular strain sensor for continuous cardiac blood flow monitoring  

Mechanical Design Intern

Tesla, Inc.

May 2021 to Aug 2021

• Produced a reference for Tesla material selection by designing and carrying out testing to quantify functional limits of materials
• Designed a high-volume part for HV battery pack, including development of part requirements, CAD and engineering drawings, static FEA, 3D printing prototypes, and DFM
• Improved cycle time, functionality, and quality of material dispense path process
• Collaborated across departments and with suppliers to carry out DFM, CAD/BOM releases, validation testing and navigation of interfaces with dozens parts and design owners to ensure clear communication and battery safety  

Planner Level 1

L&T Precision, LLC 

2019 to 2021

• Led design projects and produced 3D models for internal product production
• Created 3D models from client drawings for manufacturing
• Programmed work orders for laser and punch machines
• Trained Interns in programming software and procedures