Biomedical Engineering • Army ROTC

Michael A.Tobin Latorre

Penn State Biomedical Engineering student specializing in biomechanics, FEA, and medical device design. Future Army officer committed to advancing healthcare through engineering innovation.

2026Expected Graduation
4.5Year ROTC Scholarship
C1Spanish Proficiency
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About

Engineering with Purpose

I'm a Biomedical Engineering student at Penn State with a focus on biomechanics, combining technical expertise in finite element analysis and medical device design with the leadership skills developed through Army ROTC.

My academic work spans heart valve design using FEA and fluid-structure interactions, tissue-engineered modeling, and humanitarian engineering projects. I've developed data-driven platforms to connect funders with community programs and redesigned malnutrition measuring devices for under-developed regions.

Beyond the classroom, I've gained hands-on experience as an Optical Engineering Intern at Xcimer Energy, developing FEA post-processing programs, and as an auto-mechanic's assistant, building practical problem-solving skills. I'm preparing to commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army National Guard.

FEA & Simulation

COMSOL, ANSYS, OpenSim modeling for biomedical applications

Leadership

Army ROTC mentor, BME Society mentor, Pre-Health Club co-founder

Design & CAD

SOLIDWORKS, Fusion360 for medical device prototyping

Bilingual

Native Spanish proficiency (C1) through ALCE Spanish Embassy Program

Experience

Professional Journey

13A Field Artillery Officer

Army National Guard 1-111th FA Reg.

Upcoming

Will commission as a 2nd Lieutenant into the Army, serving in the National Guard as a field artillery platoon leader or fire support officer.

military

Facility Attendant

Penn State IM Building

Aug 2025 – Present

Managing facility operations and ensuring smooth daily activities at Penn State's recreational facilities.

work

Bartender

Bartaco at the Wharf DC, Antifragile Brewing Co

Jun 2025 – Present

Providing customer service and managing bar operations at high-volume establishments.

work

Optical Engineering Intern

Xcimer Energy

May – July 2024

Developed an FEA post-processing program for component deformation analysis. Presented results along with proposed future programs to streamline simulation analysis.

internship

Auto-Mechanic & Bodyman's Aid

Huntington Auto Body, Paint & Repair

Jun 2020 – Aug 2021

Worked full time replacing parts and conducting fluid maintenance. Conducted body repairs, paint touch ups, and major panel restorations.

work
Skills

Technical Expertise

A comprehensive toolkit spanning programming, simulation, and design—built through academic projects, internships, and hands-on engineering work.

Programming

PythonJavaMATLAB

Simulation & Analysis

FEACOMSOLANSYSOpenSim

CAD & Design

SOLIDWORKSFusion360

Productivity

ExcelWordPowerPoint

Core Competencies

Finite Element AnalysisFluid-Structure InteractionsMedical Device DesignPrototypingTechnical PresentationData AnalysisTeam LeadershipCross-functional Collaboration
Projects

Academic Work

Key projects from my biomedical engineering coursework, spanning medical device design, simulation, and humanitarian applications.

Numerical Simulations (BME 401)

Heart Valve Design & FEA Analysis

01

Proposed and modeled an innovative heart valve design using finite element analysis and fluid-structure interactions analysis. Explored biomechanical behavior under physiological conditions.

FEACOMSOLBiomechanicsMedical Devices
Focus Areas
FEAFinite Element Analysis
FSIFluid-Structure Interactions
CADMedical Device Prototyping
Artificial Organs (BME 419)02

Tissue-Engineered Heart Valve Modeling

Proposed a novel approach to tissue-engineered heart valve modeling through FEA analysis, contributing to the advancement of regenerative medicine solutions.

Tissue EngineeringFEARegenerative Medicine
Biomedical Senior Design Capstone (BME 450W)03

Malnutrition Measuring Tape Redesign

Redesigned and prototyped an innovation to malnutrition measuring tapes used in under-developed areas, improving accuracy and usability for healthcare workers in resource-limited settings.

Product DesignPrototypingGlobal HealthSOLIDWORKS
Humanitarian Engineering (EDSGN 452/453)04

Community-Funder Platform

Developed a data-driven platform designed to bridge the gap between funders and community-based programs, enhancing transparency and impact measurement for humanitarian initiatives.

Data PlatformHumanitarian EngineeringSocial Impact
Education

Academic Foundation

PSU

The Pennsylvania State University

Main Campus

B.S. Biomedical Engineering

Concentration: Biomechanics

Army ROTC Program

MSV, Nittany Lion Battalion • 4.5-Year Scholarship

Status

Expected May 2026

Started

Aug 2023

Leadership & Involvement

Army ROTC Cadet Summer Training – Advanced Camp

Jul – Aug 2024

5-week training event to prepare for commissioning as a US Army officer.

Army Cadet Troop Leadership Training – Joint Base Lewis-McChord

Aug 2024

Shadowed a Medical Service 2nd Lieutenant in their duties as a Medical Service Corps platoon leader.

Biomedical Engineering Society – Mentor

Sep 2022 – Present

Mentor for BME students advising on classes, preparing for the career fair, and planning for their future.

Army ROTC Cadet Reception Team

Sep 2021 – Present

Plan recruitment activities for incoming freshmen and retain cadets through shadow days and football activities.

Army ROTC Pre-Health Club – Co-Founder

Sep 2022 – Present

Give insight into health careers in and after the Army and help establish a career network.

C1

ALCE Spanish Embassy Program

Native language proficiency program for Spanish citizens living in the US (2009-2019)

Contact

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just connecting with fellow engineers and professionals in the biomedical and defense sectors.

Available for Opportunities

Open to Full-Time Roles

Actively seeking positions in biomedical engineering, medical device design, or defense-related engineering roles. Available starting May 2026.

Interested In
Medical DevicesFEA/SimulationDefense TechR&D
Location

Open to relocation nationwide