Hi, my name is

Alexander Brush.

I design and optimize
mechanical systems.

I'm an MIT-trained mechanical engineer specializing in advanced manufacturing and product development. I combine innovative design thinking with data-driven problem-solving to enhance reliability and performance.

3D CAD Model of Swirl Pot - Mechanical Engineering Design
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About Me

I'm Alexander Brush, a Mechanical Engineer passionate about solving complex challenges through innovative design. My journey began at Regis High School , where I built a strong foundation in problem-solving. At Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), I earned dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Design, Innovation & Society, while developing high-performance race vehicle projects with Rensselaer Motorsport.

Now pursuing my Masters of Engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), I'm focused on advanced manufacturing and data-driven design. My co-op at Manta Product Development honed my ability to bridge theory and practice, working on real-world engineering problems in collaborative, fast-paced environments. I’m driven by curiosity and a commitment to crafting elegant, functional systems.

More About Me
Alexander Brush - Graduation Photo

Graduation Portrait

Mechanical Engineering • RPI '24

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Featured Projects

Ball Balancing Robot
Mechanical

Ball Balancing Robot

A vision-based robotic platform that actively balances a ball on a tilting plate using closed-loop control and real-time perception.

Control SystemsPython+2
Turbine Machining Optimization
Manufacturing

Turbine Machining Optimization

Completed MIT master’s thesis on "Characterizing and Mitigating Small-Diameter Tool Wear in Nickel-Based Superalloy Machining," resulting in an estimated $2.5M/year savings in consumable costs.

CNC Machining+3
FrED Control and DoE
Manufacturing

FrED Control and DoE

Designed and implemented a PID-controlled temperature system to stabilize fiber extrusion output. Conducted a Design of Experiments (DoE) to model effects of parameters.

Control SystemsDoESPC+2
RC Car Manufacturing
Manufacturing

RC Car Manufacturing

Designed and built the steering subsystem for a batch of 40 remote-controlled cars; created jigs and optimized production layout to streamline assembly.

Mechanical DesignProduction+2
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Skills

Technical Skills

CAD & Design

  • Solidworks
  • NX
  • Rhino

Programming

  • Python
  • MATLAB

Manufacturing

  • Machining
  • 3D Printing
  • Woodworking

Analysis

  • FEA Simulation
  • Design of Experiments
  • Process Control

Interpersonal Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Technical Communication
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Leadership
  • Agile Workflow
  • Problem Solving

Get In Touch

I'm currently looking for new opportunities in mechanical engineering, manufacturing optimization, and product development. Whether you have a question, project idea, or just want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you.

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