Mahdi K.

Experience

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  Gap Engineering Inc.

  Oct 2014 - Apr 2015

  Intern

  -Developed familiarity with Piping and instrumentation diagrams and programmable logic controllers-Exposed to consulting in the Information Technology sector for oil and gas

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  Flamingo Automotive

  Mar 2016 - Jun 2017

  Automotive Technician

  -Performed hands on skilled labor, developing a strong understanding of the operation of mechanical systems-Consulted with clients concerning service and repairs, ensuring customer understanding and satisfaction

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  The University of Texas at Austin

  May 2016 - May 2017

  -Led over 5 students in designing, machining, assembling, and testing custom compressor system-Collaborated with other leads ensuring proper interaction of various hyperloop systems to the compressor -Selected and assembled appropriate Torsen type 2 limited slip differential for increased of traction of vehicle through turns-Mounted engine to dynamometer and cooling stands to ensure safe engine tuning and optimization-Machined suspension and safety components using manual mills and lathes-Served as the student Engineering Council Representative -Optimized a 2.0 liter diesel, maximizing heat transfer of catalyst to reduce cold start emissions-Designed and machined an Encoder mount that measures engine RPM effectively-Wired Electronic components to the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in order to control engine parameters-Diagnosed and repaired engine when malfunctions occured-Introduced to labVIEW data analytics

  • 512 Hyperloop - Compressor Lead

    Aug 2015 - May 2017

  • Formula Society of Automotive Engineers

    Aug 2015 - May 2017

  • Diesel Engine Emissions Optimization

    May 2016 - Aug 2016
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  Cummins Inc.

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2018

  -Restructured and reorganized spare parts facilities, decreasing maintenance downtime-Collaborated cross functionally with suppliers and stakeholders for continuous improvement of production-Led project for auto feed mechanism worth over $100,000, decreasing manpower needed for filtration from twice per hour to twice per day-Validated and tested new lifting devices, using Failure Mode Element Analysis (FMEA), with an estimated decrease of 4 accidents per year -Intern and Co-op, with a semester of school in between -Collaborated with the engineering team to Design, validate, and test exhaust components which met emissions, backpressure, heat, and strength requirements-Operated test-cells and test-trucks, analyzed resulting data, and presented analysis to stakeholders-Formulated two new decomposition reactor designs using Creo modeling software

  • Manufacturing Engineering Intern

    May 2018 - Aug 2018

  • Intern and Co-op

    Jun 2017 - Aug 2018

  • Product Design co-op

    Jun 2017 - Dec 2017
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  The University of Texas at Austin

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  -Designed mount with two rotational degrees of freedom and translational stiffness using Solidworks-Verified structural properties of mount with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to ensure proper strength-Prototyped models using sheet metal and a 3D printer -Supervised machine shop to ensure proper use of manual machining equipment and CNC (computer numerical control).-Taught over 10 students topics such as fabrication tolerances, material interactions, and proper design procedures.-Diagnosed and repaired malfunctioning machining equipment such as the auto-feed motor and the lathe transmission. -Casting procedure developed, tested, verified, and documented for fuel with optimal texture and density-Analayzed fuel regression using a Python calculator to optimize solid fuel grain for desired thrust curve-Collaborated with professors and team members to create proper test procedures for hot fire of hybrid rocket engine - Tutored students in vector calculus and multi-variable calculus

  • Voice coil actuator mount design

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Machine shop Teaching Assistant ME350 (Machine tool operation for Engineers)

    Jan 2019 - May 2019

  • Hybrid Rocket Engine Design

    Jan 2019 - May 2019

  • Mathematics Tutor

    Jan 2018 - May 2019
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  Velentium

  Jan 2020 - May 2020

  Mechanical Engineer

  -Designed and documented custom test systems for sensors, valves, PCBs, and device remotes -Identified concerns and iterated test systems, creating optimal functionality, aesthetics, and usability -Created maintenance protocols, which included the service of springs, shafts, and pins, ensuring reliability-Worked cross-functionally with software and electrical engineers to establish proper integration of subsystems-Communicated with clients concerning deliverables, verifying proper requirements are met on schedule-Created assembly documents, configuration documents, and 2D/3D drawings using SolidWorks Show less

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  Compal

  Sept 2020 - Sept 2021

  Mechanical Engineer 1

  -Performed failure analysis and diagnostics to determine root cause for laptop and server malfunctions-Optimized workspace arrangement and procured equipment to streamline serviceability and repairs

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  Monogram Orthopaedics

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2023

  Mechanical Engineer
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  Infinitum

  Nov 2023 - now

  Mechanical Engineer