Jacob Yu

Experience

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  Ryerson University

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Research Assistant

  Assisted in the research of laser-fabricated micro/nano structures designed to kill cancer stem cells. Regularly reviewed and edited documents in addition to providing lab-assistance to graduate students.

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  Conavi Medical

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2021

  Hardware Design Engineering Intern

  Assisted in the design of experimental jigs, fixtures, and injection molded parts contributing to the research and development of medical catheters. Used SolidWorks to create 3D CAD models for prototyping and verified fits with tolerance analysis and GD&T. Regularly performed benchtop tests on new designs and documented results in detailed reports.

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  Ryerson Rams Robotics (R3)

  Sept 2021 - Sept 2022

  Mechanical Team Co-lead

  Led a team of students to design a mock rover and compete in the University Rover Challenge. Responsible for verifying the manufacturability of team designs, purchasing components, and doing hands-on testing.

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  Ryerson University

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  Teaching Assistant

  Held bi-weekly labs, both in-person and online, for first-year engineering students. Instructed students on the materials science background of experiments and graded lab reports/assignments.

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  CAD MicroSolutions Inc.

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2023

  Applications Specialist

  Provided comprehensive pre and post-sales technical support, both in-person and online, for engineering software such as SolidWorks and Visual Components. Presented demos and training for said software, acting as the technical subject matter expert during sales opportunities.

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  ENTEGRA

  Mar 2023 - now

  Mechanical Engineer