Kaden Rossi-Thomas

"Full builds. Real tunes. Zero guesswork."

Performance Technician & ECU Tuner · Denver, CO · Open to Relocation

Who I Am

I fell in love with cars the moment I started driving. Growing up, I wanted to build my own Batmobile — that obsession never went away. I already had the mechanical side covered, so I chose tuning to complete the picture. My goal is simple: to be the one person who can handle every part of a build, from the ground up.

Hennessey Tuner School graduate (Class 100 & 200) with hands-on experience building and tuning high-horsepower American muscle cars and European turbo platforms. Proficient in HP Tuners and Holley EFI with exposure to MoTeC and Link standalone ECUs. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

I use AI as a resource across everything I do — from diagnosing tunes to building tools — but every decision still comes from my own understanding of the data.

Denver, CO Open to Relocation Bilingual — English & Spanish
Kaden holding an intercooler in the garage

Work History

Hennessey Tuner School Aug 2025 – Apr 2026 · Sealy, TX
Student Technician — Class 100 & 200
  • Performed full engine builds on Camaros, Mustangs, and Hellcats including cam swaps, supercharger installs, and procharger setups
  • Tuned vehicles using HP Tuners and Holley EFI; studied standalone ECU platforms including MoTeC and Link
  • Completed bolt-on performance modifications through full forced-induction builds with dyno validation
  • Fabricated and welded exhaust components in dedicated fab section
Engine block build at Hennessey SRT supercharger on bench Front end stripped for engine work HP Tuners tuning session at Hennessey
Berg Performance Aug 2024 – May 2025 · Denver, CO
Shop Assistant — Audi / VW / Porsche specialist
  • Assisted technicians with services from oil changes to full exhaust replacements on high-end vehicles including Porsche GT3 RS
  • Supported builds and maintenance in a professional performance shop environment
  • Managed parts organization, vehicle prep, and general shop upkeep
Porsche on the lift at Berg Performance Audi twin turbo setup at Berg Performance
BMW 335i — Personal Build 2024 · Denver, CO
500HP Build & Sale
  • Built a 500hp BMW 335i through turbo and engine modifications, gaining hands-on experience with European turbocharged platforms beyond American muscle
  • Tuning and diagnostics handled personally
Service Industry 2018 – 2025 · Denver, CO
Grizzly Rose, Palenque, La Chupaflor, Adelitas — Various Roles
  • Worked 5+ years across Denver restaurants and venues, consistently handling high-volume, high-pressure environments
  • Managed competing priorities across kitchen, bar, and front-of-house operations simultaneously
  • Built strong customer communication skills through direct, professional interactions during peak service
  • Delivered accurate cash handling, inventory management, and order quality under constant time and volume pressure
East High School Aug 2021 – May 2025 · Denver, CO
High School Diploma

Certifications & Skills

Hennessey Tuner School — Sealy, TX · Aug 2025 – Apr 2026

Hennessey Tuner School 100 Hennessey Tuner School 200 Holley EFI Certified
Tuning Software
HP Tuners Holley EFI MoTeC (exposure) Link (exposure)
Vehicle Platforms
GM Ford Stellantis BMW Porsche
Hands-On Skills
Engine builds Cam installs Supercharger installs Procharger setups Forced induction systems Exhaust fab & welding Wiring Dyno testing & data analysis OBD-II diagnostics
Technology & AI
AI-assisted development Web development Data interpretation Prompt engineering
Soft Skills
Attention to detail Problem solving Time management Works well under pressure Customer communication Bilingual Reliable & punctual Fast learner

Built with AI & Code

HP Tuners Calculator Suite

A full multi-tab web application covering every major calculation a tuner needs on the floor. Built and distributed to classmates at Hennessey Tuner School. Includes global search, light/dark mode, and print support.

MAF correction factor Injector sizing AFR / Lambda Ethanol blend RPM / MPH Gear ratios HP / TQ / ET Compression ratio Unit conversions Reference tables

Car Build Budget Calculator

Web tool for planning and tracking the full cost of a build — parts, labor, and modifications broken down in one place.

Cost tracking Parts breakdown Labor estimates

E-Commerce Sites

Multiple e-commerce websites built using AI-assisted development.

AI-assisted Full-stack

KRT Tuned — This Site

Personal resume and portfolio website built to present skills and experience to potential employers in the performance industry.

HTML / CSS Responsive GitHub Pages