Amanda Nozaki
Mechanical Engineer & Art Ext. Student
Work Experience
Jobot/Motiv Space Systems
Pasadena, CA
Aerospace Design Engineer
Sep 2021- Feb 2024
Design robotic electro-mechanical arm design and assemblies for space applications. Conduct trade studies, track mass growth, and compile documentation for JPL reviews
Legacy Effects
San Fernando, CA
Mechanical Designer
Mar 2021 - Aug 2021
Model and build mechanical assemblies using servo motors, 3D printed parts (MJF) and/or shop tools for on-screen animated props/creatures. Also, coordinate with digital artists and shop machinists for production to meet project schedule.
Credit: Black Panther Wakanda Forever
Uncredited: Dungeons & Dragons, Mandalorian Season 3, Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Crater
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Walt Disney Imagineering
Glendale, CA
Show Mechanical Engineer
Mar 2019 - Dec 2020
Audio animatronic design, Rapid prototyping using 3D printing techniques (Markforge, Connex, Stratasys Fortus), Shell/plastic molding tool development, & FEA analysis using Ansys. Brainstorm facilitation, Presentation pitches to executive leadership, & Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
Associate Show Mechanical Engineer
Mar 2015 - Mar 2019
Prepare production designs for audio-animatronic figures using SolidWorks and Rhino in addition to preparing documentation for safety related components and hazard analyses.
Professional Intern
Oct 2014 - Mar 2015
Prepare manufacturing documentation as well as model assemblies for audio-animatronic figures while also learning surface modeling in Rhino.
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UC Berkeley Robotics Lab
Berkeley, CA
Lab Intern
July 2014 - Aug 2014
Design and test a mechanical torque generator for a wearable suit in order to prevent back pain for industrial workers when lifting heavy objects.
UC Extension, Custom Design Programs
Irvine, CA
General Assistant
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014
Jan 2012 - Dec 2012
Quickly arrange and verify unique itineraries for multiple English as a Second Language (ESL) programs with activities such as guest speakers, site visits, orientations, and other special events for groups of up to 40 students. Also, hires, assigns, and coordinates conversation partners to lead group activities with ESL students.
Orlando, Fl
Show Systems Design Professional Intern
Jun 2013 - Dec 2013
Create Solidworks models and dimensioned drawings for manufacturing of new or existing products. Conduct stress and fatigue finite element analyses on large scale models using Solidworks Simulation.
Animation Training Center Professional Intern
Jan 2013 - Jun 2013
Conduct maintenance on audio-animatronic figures by assisting in show reviews, replacing worn components, calibrating the figure using a variety of control systems seen throughout the resort, as well as help facilitate tours and classes at the Animation Training Center. Also, redesigned and manufactured an electric motor checker to be more compact and user friendly.
Walt Disney World Resort
UC Extension, Custom Design Programs
Irvine, CA
Conversation Partner
Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Facilitate activities with a group of Japanese international students in order to improve their conversational English skills.
Gear Up
Irvine, CA
Residential Teaching Assistant
Aug 2011- 1 month
Challenge incoming high school students from low-income families to pursue a higher education through difficult class lessons, research projects, small group activities, and residential housing experiences.
Also, must successfully collaborate with administrators and other residential teaching assistants in relaying directives and information throughout the program’s various events.
Disneyland Resort
Anaheim, CA
Cashier Hostess & College Program Participant
Jan 2010 - Mar 2011
Ringing up merchandise while providing optimal Guest Service to a variety of individuals in a high volume area. In regards to the college program, one completes courses in career development and company trends through exercises, projects, mock interviews, presentations, etc.
Additionally trained in: Stock Runner, Strollers, Embroidery.
Education
Art Center Extension, Art Center College of Design, Pasadena
Various Courses (See Art Center Portfolio)
University of California, Irvine
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Specialization
Material Science Minor
2008-2014, GPA 3.4
Shibaura Institute of Technology
Study Abroad Participant in Robotics and Engineering Ethics
Summer 2012
Palos Verdes High School
High School Diploma, Valedictorian
2004-2008
Other Campus Involvement: Founding President of Magic @ Play (Club for ImagiNations® Competition), 2012 Treasurer of American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Engaged Leader Honor for the National Society of Leadership and Success, Pi Tau Sigma (Mechanical Engineering Honors Society), Society of Women Engineers, Passport to Leadership Certification