Diego Robert Mijares
Daly CIty
Summary
Proactive, solution-driven individual with knack for leadership and team coordination. Possesses comprehensive understanding of project management principles and adept at utilizing strategic planning and resource allocation to drive results. Committed to leveraging organizational and problem-solving skills to deliver impactful project outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Project Lead
University Of California, Davis
01.2025 - Current
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
- Consulted the University of California Davis Medical Center to research current state-of-the-art hemodialysis practices and needle designs, in order to refine engineering design specifications for the project.
- Engineered hemodialysis needle components in SolidWorks and fabricated them using 3D-printing technology.
- Conducted verification and validation testing on individual needle components and performed comprehensive assembly-level validation.
Research and Development Intern
University of California Pavement Research
06.2024 - Current
- Achieved timely completion of research projects by effectively managing time and resources, ensuring deadlines were met consistently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize project outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Maintained a safe laboratory environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines during experiments.
- Conducted sampling and batching of aggregates for quality control and inspection.
- Performed dry and wet sieving of aggregate samples to determine gradation profiles for quality control and specification compliance.
- Carried out surveying operations to verify the accuracy of dimensions and the placement of the test track.
- Conducted air void testing as a quality‐control measure to verify that asphalt mixtures meet specifications for freeway applications.”
Machine Learning Research Assistant
UC Davis Electrical and Computer Engineering
03.2024 - Current
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Developed a machine‐learning model to detect mucosal tissue abnormalities from stereomicroscopic images, improving diagnostic accuracy.
- Engineered an image‐processing algorithm to calculate overlap between mouse and mucosal images and seamlessly stitch them together.
- Analyzed and processed image data using Python within Visual Studio Code to support algorithm validation and performance evaluation.
Education
Biomedical Engineering
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2025
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Riordan Highschool
San Francisco, CA06-2020
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Leadership skills
- Project planning
- Project coordination
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite and Slack
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Analysis
- SolidWorks
- MatLab
- Python
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Professional Working
Interests
- Playing Chess
- Golfing
- Playing Basketball
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
Timeline
Project Lead
University Of California, Davis
01.2025 - Current
Research and Development Intern
University of California Pavement Research
06.2024 - Current
Machine Learning Research Assistant
UC Davis Electrical and Computer Engineering
03.2024 - Current
Biomedical Engineering
University of California, Davis
High School Diploma -
Archbishop Riordan Highschool
Similar Profiles
Melissa WashingtonMelissa Washington
Mental Health Technician at University of California, Davis Medical CenterMental Health Technician at University of California, Davis Medical Center
Stephanie Yvette AguilarStephanie Yvette Aguilar
COVID-19 Tester at University of California, DavisCOVID-19 Tester at University of California, Davis
CLAUDIO LEVALLOISCLAUDIO LEVALLOIS
Custodial Supervisor at University of California DavisCustodial Supervisor at University of California Davis
Graciela CatacutanGraciela Catacutan
Medical-Surgical ICU Registered Nurse at AHMC Seton Medical CenterMedical-Surgical ICU Registered Nurse at AHMC Seton Medical Center
Gabriela PallaisGabriela Pallais
Nanny/Family Caregiver at Christopher RauenNanny/Family Caregiver at Christopher Rauen