ME Alumni at Quality of Life

computers-cell phonesWith examples that include the designs that keep your computers cool enough to hold in your lap, in your hand, and keep in your pocket, the active stabilizers in telephoto lenses, and the vibration systems in your gaming controller that help bring a visceral connection between you and the on-screen world, Mechanical Engineers are integral to the creation of many of the devices most of use every day to make our lives more enjoyable. They are involved in applications that range from the small, such as the microelectromechanical (MEMS) accel-erometer that tells your cell phone when its moving, to the large, such as figuring out the latest roller coaster that thrills without ever actually being dangerous. When it comes to quality of life, Mechanical Engineering is where its at!

Karen HoldenKaren Holden (ME ’03)

Karen Holden graduated from Boston University in 2003 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. She proceeded to attend Old Dominion University from which she graduated in 2008 with a degree in Engineering Management. Currently, Karen works as a mechanical engineer for the US Army Corps of Engineers designing HVAC and plumbing systems using AutoCad and BIM modeling. She performs design reviews at various points throughout the design processes and reviews submissions for technical review boards during proposal selections. Since graduation Karen has worked with US Navy Nuclear Engineering, Northrop Grumman, Skanska, and USACE. She currently lives in the south.

Pongsak TiengtumPongsak Tony Tiengtum (ME ’96)

Pongsak (Tony) Tiengtum received his BS from Boston University in 1996 in Mechanical Engineering. He recalls the opportunity of building design projects and “being able to incorporate classroom knowledge into real, tangible projects”.  He also recalls the “great and diverse” experience of living in Boston during the school year. Since graduation he has worked as a mechanical engineer for Teradyne Inc and Conexant/Syworks. He is currently the mechanical engineer and business owner of Titan Semiconductor Tool for which he designs and manufactures Back End Semiconductor Test Equipment.

 

Alexander DemuszAlexander Demusz (MFG ’08)

Alexander Demusz received a BS from Boston University in Manufacturing Engineering in 2008. He shows appreciation for “the professors who had something more to teach about life and engineering beyond what the course curriculum required”. He is currently a Manufacturing and Quality Engineer designing manufacturing processes for customer parts including process sheets, CNC programming, tooling, and fixturing. He has also previously worked for the Boeing Company in which he led a team to develop a communication wiki for manufacturing engineers to use to assist in transition from legacy planning systems to new SAP MES software and capture tribal knowledge and designed a brand new tooling methodology for swaging clocked tube fittings.
 

Nicole CuffNicole (Scott) Cuff (ME ’02)

Nicole (Scott) Cuff received a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 2002 from Boston University. As a student, she enjoyed working as an RA and Orientation leader both of which provided her with the ability “to connect and mentor other students”. She currently works as a Principal Engineer reviewing mechanical drawings for Maguire group designing HVAC systems for buildings. Since graduation she has worked with WSP Flack and Kurtz as well as RDK Engineers. She currently lives in the Northeast.
 

Joshua FriedensohnJoshua Friedensohn (ME ’10)

Joshua Friedensohn graduated in 2010 from Boston University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. When he attended the University, he enjoyed his experience with BU Stage Troupe, a group on whose E-Board he eventually served. He also worked at the Tsai Performance Center as a Student Production Lead which helped him transition into a full-time position there after graduation. He is currently the Production and Operations Assistant for the Tsai Performance Center. He is a member of ASME as well as Pi Tau Sigma and currently lives in the Northeast.
 

Jason PancoastJason Pancoast (ME ’97)

Jason Pancoast graduated in 1997 from Boston University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. When he was a student at BU, he enjoyed living in the city. He recalls that his co-op at GE Aircraft Engines in Lynn was a “very valuable” experience and that he has referred back to it many times even in his present career. He also really enjoyed taking non-engineering classes at the University. He writes “I think if I had gone to a technical college (like MIT or WPI) I would not have had as good a non-technical experience.” He currently works as an Engineering Manager managing the technical department for a SolidWorks value-added reseller. His company sells and supports software for mechanical design.
 

Christopher BrousseauChristopher Brousseau (ME ’91)

Christopher Brousseau graduated from Boston University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 1991. As a student he enjoyed Fluid Dynamics classes with Professor Guido Sandri. He currently works as a Solution Architect in outsourcing. As such, he is responsible for helping clients design all aspects of their procurement/supply chain function.
 
 

Martin S RossMartin S. Ross (AERO ’62)

Martin S. Ross graduated in 1962 from Boston University with a degree in Aerospace Engineering. He later went on to pursue an MS in Operations Research from American University from which he graduated in 1968. He emphasizes that BU was a great experience and a good preparation for the business world. Currently retired, Martin has worked as an Officer for the USAF, as a Senior Engineer for Booz Allen Hamilton, and as Vice President and Partner of IBM Corporation. He is a member of AIAA and IEEE. He resides in the south.