Experience

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  Gesac inc

  Aug 1995 - Mar 1997

  Mechanical engineer

  Worked as a mechanical engineer designing the next generation of automobile crash test dummies. Primary responsibilities involved re-engineering, designing, specifying, manufacturing or working with local machine shops, assembly, testing and re-design of various components in the test device. Developed new components for the upper and lower abdomens, instrumentation for measuring the abdomen deflection (DGSP), shoulders, and jacket. Delivered test device to Canadian and Japanese laboratories for preliminary testing. Presented results of our development to our contract supervisors at NHTSA. The results of our work is available at: http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/departments/nrd-51/THORAdv/THORAdv.htm Show less

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  Acentech

  Mar 1997 - Jul 2017

  This role involved leadership of client projects and colleagues. Our team consulted on projects in the field of architectural acoustics and mechanical system noise and vibration control. I manage the acoustical aspects of about 50 to 70 active projects. The role included mentorship and staff development to increase the skill set of colleagues to support our clients' project needs. The projects might involve the construction of new buildings and facilities or remedial modifications of operating and existing facilities or systems that are experiencing noise or vibration issues. I have also provided expert testimony in numerous public hearings and with several litigation and arbitration proceedings. Show less

  • Principal Consultant

    Jan 2011 - Jul 2017

  • Board of Directors

    Jan 2012 - Feb 2017

  • Director, Architectural Acoustics

    May 2004 - Dec 2011

  • Acoustical Consultant

    Mar 1997 - Apr 2004
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  Boston architectural college

  Jan 2009 - Aug 2015

  Adjunct professor

  Teaching 4-week acoustic sessions in one of the Environment Systems 2: Lighting and Acoustics courses. The course covers the basics of quantifying sound, room acoustics, and sound isolation and concludes with a hypothetical final design project to apply one's knowledge.

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  Institute of noise control engineering

  Apr 2012 - Mar 2015

  Board of directors

  As a member of the Board of Directors for INCE, my role is to make decisions in the affairs of the Institute by representing the membership. This includes advancing the goals of the Institute by supporting various initiatives such as the national and international conferences, publications, liaison activities with other organizations, and welcoming new members.

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  Institute of noise control engineering - usa

  Aug 2012 - Apr 2021

  Serving the Institute by leading the organization to fulfilling its mission to support and advance the noise control industry, educate the members and public, and raise awareness about the impacts of noise and the main engineering solutions. The position involves promoting, managing the applications and submissions, coordinating judges, and presenting the honors and awards of the Institute. Typical years include 3 to 4 professional or graduate student awards that are funded by the INCE Foundation and awarded to individuals or groups for various achievements or accomplishments. The Institute is proud to be able to recognize the awardees for their contributions to the field of noise control.

  • Board of Directors

    Apr 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Vice President, Honors & Awards

    Aug 2012 - Mar 2019
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  Intertek

  Jul 2017 - now

  Department manager - acoustics, building science solutions

  Intertek's Building Science Solutions group provides clients with consulting support for the design, and construction of new buildings and projects or the improvement of existing conditions in the areas of acoustics, fire and building envelopes. Our acoustical consulting group provides guidance to architects, engineers, owners, contractors and users to achieve their acoustical goals, whether they be indoors or outside. Our experience covers developments from multi-family residential, commercial real estate, higher and primary education, performing arts, healthcare, government, and hospitality venues. Our expertise includes architectural acoustical issues (airborne and impact sound isolation to selection of finishes for absorption, diffusion or reflection of sound), mechanical system noise and vibration control (interior and exterior), sound masking system design and specification, and community sound emissions studies and mitigation. We provide creative solutions for your acoustical conditions and challenges. Show less