Projects
Wind Turbine CAD
3D printed a working turbine with SolidWorks, focused on aerodynamics and design for manufacturing.
Sustainable Energy Prototype
Led a high school team to develop a clean energy prototype addressing local environmental issues.
MotoStudent Motorcycle Build
Helped design and manufacture a working motorcycle; contributed CAD models and hands-on fabrication.
Faculty Website Build
Designed and coded a responsive academic website for a research lab.
Education
UC Berkeley
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Expected May 2028)
- First-year student exploring mechanics, renewable energy, aerospace, and materials
- Relevant Coursework: CAD & Design, Engineering Graphics, Intro to Mechanics
Research
SDSU Camacho Lab
Contributed to flame synthesis research in Professor Joaquin Camacho’s lab at SDSU, assisting with experimental work and lab operations. Also designed and built a custom academic website to support the lab’s outreach, showcasing research areas, team members, and publications. View Website
SDSU Dr. Adibi Projects
Supporting aerospace-focused computational mechanics research under Professor Sara Adibi at SDSU. Contributed to molecular dynamics simulations of thermoplastic composites using LAMMPS, and collaborated on manuscript preparation with senior researchers. Also played a key role in NASA and DoD proposal efforts, leading literature reviews, editing technical drafts, and designing visual materials for submissions focused on gas venting in microgravity, battery management systems, and advanced materials modeling.
Skills
- CAD: SolidWorks, Onshape, Fusion 360
- Programming: Python, MATLAB
- Tools: Mill, lathe, bandsaw, 3D printing
- Basic electronics
Leadership
- Eagle Scout – Boy Scouts of America (2022)
- Advocate for Latino representation in STEM
- Passionate about community-centered design