I am a Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 15 years of academic experience, currently teaching at the University of Michigan-Flint. Holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA, my career uniquely bridges advanced engineering education and industry practice. Prior to academia, I accumulated substantial industry experience as an Engineering Program Manager at Honeywell Aerospace and Engineering Manager at Ingersoll-Dresser. This dual expertise enables me to integrate theoretical knowledge with real-world applications in mechanical engineering education. My professional journey demonstrates a consistent commitment to engineering excellence, from industrial leadership to educating future engineers, with particular strength in connecting business administration principles with engineering innovation.