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WORK EXPERIENCE

Nucor Tubular Products 

Mechanical Engineering Intern
(May 2025 – August 2025)

Main Projects:

Threadline Exit Modifications

  • Redesigned exits on 2 lines

  • Created AutoCAD plans and part designs

  • Integrated AGVs with automated warehouse

  • Replaced forklifts, enhancing plant safety

Tool Rack Design (Mill 3)

  • Developed stackable tool racks

  • Verified load capacity for reliability

  • Increased storage efficiency by 50% vs. old system

Skills:

  • CAD design & drafting (AutoCAD, weld/strength calculations)

  • Design for manufacturing & safety improvements

  • Cross-functional teamwork with operators, supervisors, and engineers

  • Project planning, documentation, and presentation

ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Technical Development Director (August 2024 – July 2025)

Main Projects:
 

Technical development workshops

  • SolidWorks, Ansys, Welding, MicroSD

  • Organized events for students

  • Taught workshops, sharing knowledge

Skills:

  • Leadership

  • Communication

  • Event planning

EMS (Brazilian pharmaceutical company)

Research and Development Intern (June 2024 – August 2024)

Main Projects:

  • Mapping of R&D Process within company

  • Presentation to department heads

Implementation of suggestion for optimized flow

  • Box and form for centralized sample receival

  • Excel automation solution proposed in collaboration with Tech intern

Skills:

  • Workflow optimization

  • Communication

Acousto Bioelectronics Lab

Research Assistant
(May 2023 – June 2023)

Main Projects:

Biomaterials testing

  • Researched and tested biomaterials, such as GelMA and Pluronic F-147

  • Designed structures on Fusion 360

3D Printer Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooted the 3D printer to overcome challenges and study ideal parameters

Skills:

  • Troubleshooting

  • Material Testing

  • Design

DFX LAB at USF
Lab assistan

Student Lead / Lab Assistant 
(Apr 2022 – Mar 2023)

Main Projects:

  • Conducted Lab Safety, 3D Printing, and Laser Cutting trainings to 60+ students weekly

  • Organized lab events, like the Engineering Expo, and Halloween Costume Contest Lab improvements

Skills:

  • Communication

  • Training

  • Event organization

  • Design, Creativity

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