Career Objective
Aspiring mechanical engineering student with strong hands-on experience in design, prototyping, and manufacturing, seeking an internship opportunity to apply skills to create a sustainable future. Eager to contribute to innovative projects by leveraging CAD expertise, fabrication skills, and analysis to drive success.
Education
University of California, Irvine | September 2022 - March 2026
Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering (GPA 3.81/4.00)
Minor in Accounting
- University of California Regents Scholar, 7 Consecutive Quarter Dean’s Honors List, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society Initiate
- Fall 2024 semester at the Alma Mater Studiorum Università Di Bologna, Italy
Engineering Project Experience
SAE Anteater Formula Racing, Irvine, CA | July 2023 - Present
Powertrain Design Engineer
- Worked on the design and optimization of fuel system components, collaborating with the human interface and chassis team to ensure successful implementation of the new system.
- Utilized SolidWorks CAD modeling and FEA simulation to enhance the fuel system’s efficiency, reducing slosh by 31% and weight by 12%, supporting performance and cost goals.
- Performed cost-benefit analysis on fuel tank aluminum alloy and gauge, producing in-house or outsourcing for optimal performance and cost. Completed in-house machining for fuel cell.
Tesla, Austin, TX | January 2025 - June 2025
Engineering Program Management Intern
US Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles, CA | June 2024 - August 2024
Design Engineering Intern
- Contributed to the $44 million Murrieta Creek channel design by gathering and processing cross-departmental data used to create structural models in AutoCAD.
- Led the BCOES design review process by creating and presenting charts addressing over 124 critical concerns, ensuring key issues were resolved during design review.
- Excelled in Army leadership and risk management courses, demonstrating strong decision-making skills; passed government personal security investigation.
Skills
- Computer: Certified SolidWorks Associate, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Python, Microsoft Office, FEA Simulation
- Manufacturing: Mill and Lathe Manufacturing, CNC Machining, MIG Welding, 3D Printing, Electronics Soldering, GD&T, Quality Control
- Leadership: Conflict Resolution, Problem-Solving, Decision Making, Communication, Strategic Planning