Joseph Ge

Experience

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  Spartan Racing, SJSU Formula SAE

  Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  Vice President

  I oversaw the sourcing, manufacturing, and testing of the 2018 San Jose State Baja SAE vehicle. I fabricated much of the vehicle, including TIG welding the chassis and all suspension components. I also mentored and grew a team of four into a team of over ten membersUnder my leadership, this team's vehicle went on to finish with the best results in SJSU history, including a 27th place overall and 19th place in Endurance.

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  Specialized Bicycle Components

  Jul 2018 - Dec 2019

  I worked with the Mountain Engineering team, studying and improving ride dynamics by creating data acquisition tools. I also developed a lightweight safety critical component for production, offering a 36% weight reduction. Ensured rider safety by setting up and running Ultimate Strength and Fatigue tests on bicycle and bicycle components. Engineered test protocols for system stiffness and suspension duty cycle testing. I assisted the layup development of prototype components by manufacturing composite parts, performing stiffness tests, and processing/presenting test data.I also supported 3D printing operations, including developing the utilization of additively manufactured composite molds.

  • Mechanical Engineering Intern, Mountain Engineering

    Jun 2019 - Dec 2019

  • Test Technician

    Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  • Mechanical Engineering Intern, Road Engineering

    Jul 2018 - Dec 2018
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  Spartan Racing, SJSU Formula SAE

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Team Lead, Composites

  Designed, validated and manufactured the first successful composite stressed half-shaft/axle used in Baja SAE competition. This design allowed the team a 75% reduction in weight versus conventional alternatives.

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  Spartan Racing, SJSU Formula SAE

  Aug 2019 - Jun 2020

  Team Captain

  Responsible for the design, manufacturing, and testing of an all new four-wheel-drive team vehicle for the 2020 Baja SAE competition. Leading and mentoring a ~15 person team. Overseeing the development and implementation of a new suspension, powertrain and chassis layout.

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  Specialized Bicycle Components

  Jul 2020 - Oct 2021

  Associate Design Engineer

  - Designed forged, machined, components and tubing for production bikes using PTC Creo- Developed test mules to determine suspension kinematic and frame geometry direction for next generation platforms- Communicated manufacturing and testing requirements with overseas teams and vendors in Vietnam and China

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  Santa Cruz Bicycles

  Nov 2021 - now

  Mechanical Engineer

  - Developing new, best in class bicycle frames, E-bikes, components and accessories- Envisioning and executing original concepts that help provide a competitive advantage- Creating Class A surfaces using PTC Creo to create visually compelling products- Communicating directly with overseas vendors, creating and revising engineering drawings and 3D models to ensure quality results are delivered on time.- Evaluating performance of engineering prototypes through lab and real world testing Show less