1. JOSEPH LEGAN
5129 Lemans Dr. APT B11 Indianapolis, IN 46204 • 317-697-0593 • jflegan@iupui.edu
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EDUCATION
Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI Expected Graduation: June, 2017
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Certificate in Motorsports Engineering
COMPLETED/CURRENT COURSES
• Applied Fluid Dynamics
• Data Acquisition for Motorsports (Pi Toolbox)
• Applied Object Oriented Programming C#
• Vehicle Dynamics
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, 2013 – Present
Motorsports Lab Technician and SCCA Race Team Manager
• Rebuilt ignition and fuel systems, front and rear suspension, gearbox and differential on MGB race car
• Used video analysis and Garmin GPS device to diagnose roll stiffness imbalance on MGB race car
• Built new race engine for MGB race car, made 10% more power and 12% more torque on chassis dyno
• Supervised rebuild of MGB from road race to autocross use and drove MGB in autocross events
• Spearheaded the purchase of a Mazda Miata replacement for MGB race car
• Operated as chief mechanic, design engineer, fabricator, researcher, machinist and gearbox/differential builder for Miata
• Designed and installed new radiator for Miata
• Designed and installed new cooling reroute system to optimize cooling efficiency
• Designed and installed new front lower valence and mounting system on Miata
• Designed, manufactured and installed new suspension bushings to reduce friction on Miata
• Assisted in installation of Motec data acquisition system and custom harness
• Assisted in use of Motec i2 software and Excel to analyze Miata performance and propose changes
• Used 3D scanner and Geomagic Design X to reverse engineer cv axle components and ring gear for optimization project
• Co-instructed classes held in the Motorsports Lab
• Operated as purchasing agent, fundraiser and program spokesperson
• Managed daily operations of the race team ensuring supplies, tooling, materials and parts were available to complete projects
on schedule and within budget
• Vance & Hines Consultation: Assisted in determining loads and fixture for SolidWorks FEA of motorcycle frame
• Senior Design Project: Using vehicle dynamics, Geomagic Design X, SolidWorks and design engineering principles to put an
independent rear suspension with custom anti-roll bar and camber adjustable upper control arm in the MGB race car.
Online Resources Inc. December 2015 – August, 2016
Intern
• Utilized laser CMM scanning equipment for quality control and technical inspection for IndyCar
• Reverse engineered items per customer specs using VX Elements, Geomagic Design X and SolidWorks
INDYCAR May 2015 – June 2015
Intern
• Performed Safety Tech inspection, crash investigation, crash data recovery and analysis
NAPA Auto Parts June, 1998 – August, 2014
Store Manager / Outside Sales/Inside Sales/Machine Shop Assistant
Hubler Mazda May, 2007 – October, 2007
Automotive Technician
Butler Hyundai April, 2005 – May, 2007
Automotive Technician
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• Certified SolidWorks Associate
• Working Knowledge of Pi Toolbox and Motec i2
• Proficient with 3D CMM equipment and related software suites