I'm Dan

I've poured my life into roller coasters and it's been the best ride ever.

My passion for the amusement industry was sparked at a young age during family trips to the local park, Valleyfair, as well as nearby Cedar Point. Although riding coasters was a rush, as time went on, I found equal enjoyment from building my own out of K'NEX, Lego, and any other material that resembled rails and a car.

Having a career path set in mind from a young age, it was a no brainer to attend school for a degree in Mechanical Engineering. While attending Iowa State University (2015-2019), I had incredible opportunities to become exposed to 3D printing, co-found the ISU Theme Park Entertainment Group, and work at Premier Rides as a Mechanical Engineering Intern. Through these experiences, I was able to further my knowledge and gain valuable insights into the ins and outs of the roller coaster design process.

Today I'm thrilled to say that I work as a design engineer at Rocky Mountain Construction, helping develop the next generation of products and innovations. I’m currently taking a break from designing and 3D printing my own creations, but will be sure to share any future projects!