Hi, my name is Michael. Thanks for visiting my site. I’m an engineer with background in crop biomechanics research. While I do love to work hands-on, most of the work I have done relates to product design, modeling/simulation, and data science. I am currently still working on a Masters of Science in mechanical engineering at Brigham Young University in Provo, UT.

I keep myself occupied outside of school and work with family and athletics. As a husband and father, I strive to find balance between different aspects of my life. I recently finished competing as a cross country and track athlete in the NCAA, where I was privileged to be a part of the NCAA champion cross country team in 2019. I still enjoy running competitively on the roads. Check out my running page to learn more about my athletic career.

Catch me on the disc golf course, building something at home, or travelling the country otherwise. Maintaining a balance of sleep, diet, and exercise is key to living my best life. Email me if you want to get in contact: michael.a.ottesen@gmail.com