Tyler Schwalm
North Andover
Summary
Mechanical Engineering student at Lehigh University with a strong foundation in mechanical design, prototyping, and system analysis, complemented by hands-on experience in software development. Proven ability to apply engineering principles through CAD modeling, mechanical testing, and digital fabrication—including SolidWorks, and lab-based stress/strain analysis. Experienced in cross-functional teams, with 600+ hours in industry-focused software development and over a year of prototyping and mechanical project work. Eager to apply my diverse experiences to meaningful work in the mechanical engineering field.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Development Intern
St. Luke's University Health Network
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Completed 600+ hours on backend development, UI redesign, and automating business processes with Power Automate.
- Logged 100+ hours mastering Microsoft Power Platform (PL-900, PL-100, PL-200), app development, task automation, and chatbot creation.
- Developed and customized over 20 app components for a children's counseling program, providing comprehensive feedback as the main tester.
- Led a 2-3 week project creating a patient notification template using Power Apps and Twilio to enhance communication efficiency.
3D Modeling, Manufacturing, Testing of Gear System
Lehigh University
- Designed and modeled 5 custom gear types and 2 interlocking interfaces in SolidWorks, incorporating non-standard gear ratios to coordinate motion across a complex kinetic system.
- Built and assembled 20+ custom components, including external handles, housings, and structural supports to create a fully functional and visually unified mechanical art installation.
- Completed 3 full design-test iterations involving strength testing and friction analysis, reducing mechanical drag by ~35% and increasing system durability.
- Used 3-D print, laser cutting, and shop materials to further connect the final piece.
- Engineered a manual, chain-driven gear system inspired by bicycle mechanics, achieving smooth, synchronized motion transmission across multiple axes.
Morris Lock Design Analysis and Recreation
Lehigh University
- Disassembled a metal Morris lock and measured all components to an accuracy of 0.5 millimeters.
- Created detailed mathematical diagrams and modeled all parts in SolidWorks, ensuring design accuracy and functionality.
- Developed and 3D-printed approximately 20 components, followed by rigorous testing for functionality and durability.
- Iteratively refined designs to strengthen plastic parts, compensating for the original metal construction, ensuring a fully functional lock.
- Worked to troubleshoot and refine the lock's design, achieving a final, reliable product, identical to the lock we were given in the first place.
Computational Beam-Bending Mechanics Project
Lehigh Unversity
- Developed a Python-based simulation to model the full elastic-plastic response of a beam with a semi-elliptical cross-section under one- and two-sided bending, using numerical integration and stress equilibrium techniques.
- Simulated progression from elastic behavior to full plastic collapse, calculating curvature, stress, and moment for over 10 deformation stages.
- Achieved peak moment of 65.14 kN·m and stress of 760 MPa, matching theoretical predictions with
- Applied Newton-Raphson and midpoint integration methods to iteratively solve for the neutral axis and plastic moment capacity.
- Built automated visualization and tabular outputs, generating 3 engineering graphs and a Pandas-based results table.
Stirling Engine Experimental Report
Lehigh University
- Investigated the relationship between flywheel dynamics and moment of inertia using a Stirling engine to apply principles of thermodynamics and mechanical energy transfer.
- Designed and executed an experiment across 4 trials with a custom Stirling engine to measure the impact of varied mass distribution on a flywheel's angular velocity and kinetic energy.
- Utilized SolidWorks to model experimental components and calculate moments of inertia, demonstrating proficiency in industry-standard CAD software.
- Analyzed collected data from 120-second test runs for each trial to calculate kinetic energy and net work output, identifying trends with a polynomial regression and R-squared values up to .
- Authored a formal report summarizing the experimental methodology, data analysis, and conclusions, which included identifying critical sources of error and proposing future improvements to experimental design.
External Communications Intern
Tether
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Selected as the first intern to join a dynamic team of 15+, contributing to key projects and initiatives.
- Participated in biweekly strategy meetings to enhance client engagement and outreach.
3D Modeling of Robotic Arm
Lehigh University
- Contributed to design of prosthetic arm components (forearm and shoulder) supporting multi-degree-of-freedom rotation.
- Fabricated and evaluated parts through basic stress testing to assess structural integrity.
- Collaborated in engineering sessions to optimize design features based on client feedback.
Robotics Coding and Manuvering
Lehigh University
- Built and wired robots using Raspberry Pi and programmed them with 300+ lines of Python to autonomously complete multi-stage tasks involving obstacle avoidance, LED signaling, and coordinated movement.
- Coded advanced motion control algorithms and reactive logic using Python for real-time sensor input and autonomous decision-making.
- Integrated ultrasonic and IR sensors to guide navigation through obstacle courses and trigger LED light patterns.
- Designed and executed complex motion sequences using PWM motor control and state-based logic structures.
- Selected as 1 of the top 10 students (out of 100+) to serve as a Teaching Assistant for the course, assisting peers with hardware troubleshooting and debugging code.
Development & 3D Printing of Prosthetic Finger
Lehigh University
- Designed and manufactured a 3D-printed prosthetic finger for competition.
- Worked in a small team to redesign, assemble, and test the device to maximize efficiency.
C++ Programming and Game Devlopment
Lehigh University
- Created 40+ elaborate 2D games in C++ course
- Developed weekly complex Java projects in yearlong course, including coding the games: Snake, Blackjack, Yahtzee, Battleship, Connect 4
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA01.2027
Skills
- CAD & Design: SolidWorks (certified), Fusion 360, AutoCAD
- Fabrication Tools: FDM 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, CNC (basic)
- Programming Languages: Java, Python, C, C#, JavaScript, SQL, MATLAB
- Data & Control: Arduino, LabVIEW (basic), Excel (data analysis)
Lab Experience
- Conducted stress-strain analysis on 6061-T6 aluminum tubes under torsion using digital torque transducer; studied elastic-plastic behavior and Bauschinger effect.
- Calibrated piezoelectric accelerometers via trapezoidal integration with ±5% accuracy for impact testing.
- Used strain gage rosettes and LabVIEW to calculate full in-plane stress and strain on loaded fiberglass beams.
- Measured transverse beam bending stresses with strain gages and Wheatstone bridge, validating theoretical models.
- Evaluated buckling behavior of thin-walled aluminum cylinders using Instron machine; quantified instability loads and energy absorption.
- Implemented data acquisition systems (A/D converters, LVDTs) for displacement sensor calibration and cantilever deflection analysis.
- Performed static calibration and measured frictional forces using strain gage–based force transducers.
- Applied statistical error analysis (standard deviation, 95% confidence intervals) to quantify uncertainty in Rockwell hardness testing and volume measurements.
Extracurriculars
U.S. National CP Men's Soccer Team Represent the U.S. in international tournaments. Raise awareness for cerebral palsy through online platforms and hospital visits.
Timeline
Software Development Intern
St. Luke's University Health Network
04.2024 - 06.2025
External Communications Intern
Tether
04.2022 - 06.2022
3D Modeling, Manufacturing, Testing of Gear System
Lehigh University
Morris Lock Design Analysis and Recreation
Lehigh University
Computational Beam-Bending Mechanics Project
Lehigh Unversity
Stirling Engine Experimental Report
Lehigh University
3D Modeling of Robotic Arm
Lehigh University
Robotics Coding and Manuvering
Lehigh University
Development & 3D Printing of Prosthetic Finger
Lehigh University
C++ Programming and Game Devlopment
Lehigh University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lehigh University
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