Jacob Rivelis
Mechanical Engineering Student
Vancouver,BC
Summary
I am a competitive, collaborative, and driven professional motivated by positively impacting the world around me. Whether I am automating the cure to plagiocephaly, building a clean-tech design team, or creating an inclusive and accessible environment for an entire incoming engineering class, I thrive in the leadership and participation of high-performing teams. Sustainable energy and climate change solutions are my field of interest and I am looking for an entry point into the industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Product Technician
Rokband Pediatric
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led 3D-printing efficiency initiatives at a cranial correction startup, driving production optimizations and cost savings
- Converted the company's slicing software from Simplify3D to PrusaSlicer while maintaining strength and size tolerances
- Streamlined printing setup and duration, saving 300 preproduction hours, 1000 production hours and $20,000 annually
- Built a sorting library in Excel for 15,000+ models, enhancing data accessibility and reducing manual sorting time
- Wrote SOP and Manufacturing Procedure justifying implemented workflows in accordance FDA and ISO 8 policies
- Exceeded team production goals through diligent work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality products.
Head of Engineering Orientation Week
Queen's University
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Ran Engineering Orientation week with a budget of $300,000 and co-managed a team of 15 fellow engineers
- Improved the gender ratio of orientation leaders by 10% (now 1:1) via targeted marketing in the cohort of 900 students
- Lead EDII and sustainability initiatives to increase inclusivity and engagement among 1100 student participants.
- Liaised with the City of Kingston, Queen's Administration, and Orientation Executives
- Analyzed historical event participation data to optimize scheduling, hitting record attendance of 950 students
- Established a risk assessment framework to anticipate challenges which developed a comprehensive contingency plan
Wave Energy Generation Feasibility Assessment
Queen's University
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Led a 5-person team conducting a feasibility study on wave energy generation to transition Haida Gwaii off of their annual $10M diesel energy expenditure.
- Conducted extensive background research and project justification, guided by environmental and economic goals set by Indigenous title-holders
- Leveraged Indigenous and government priorities gained by in-depth research to inform design criteria and technical evaluations
- Managed project budget aligning with government sustainability initiatives, including $3B Smart Renewables Program and $100M BC clean-energy fund.
- Developed an optimized solution capable of generating 5 GWh annually, keeping critical habitat loss to 20%, creating 150 Indigenous jobs, and delivering $3M under budget.
Advisory Board
Queen's University
01.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and approved $2,000,000 worth of budgets from the Engineering Society's services
- Conducted over 15 financial review meetings with service executives annually
- Developed budget management and business development skills from professional engineers
Automated Naloxone Powder Dispenser Design Project
Queen's University
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Motivated 5 peers to create an automated dispenser using an Arduino, motors, and custom gearbox
- Designed in SolidWorks a weight-optimized, filament-efficient, bearing assembly, presented via working drawings
- Leveraged NIH and MIT research to propose a recyclable, efficient product making 100 ml in 120 s within 1% accuracy
- Communicated design updates to the project administration via design reports, working drawings and presentations
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
J.R. Smith School of Engineering At Queen's University
Kingston, ON 09.2023 - Current
Skills
- CAD Modelling - OnShape and SolidWorks
- Engineering Communication and Report Writing
- C & Arduino C
- Python Libraries: Scipy, Numpy, Matplot, etc
- Excel Automation
- Microsoft 365 Suite
- Error Analysis and Failure Modes
- GT&D
Current Project
Qlean - A Queen's University Clean-Technology Engineering Hub
I am co-founding a design hub dedicated to experiential learning in climate technology and renewable energy solutions. Driven by an entrepreneurial mindset, my work empowers young engineers, equipping them with hands-on experience and deep sustainability knowledge. I foster a collaborative environment, emphasizing technical problem-solving and teamwork. Currently, I am developing a CO₂-to-ethanol conversion system, serving as a pilot carbon dioxide removal (CDR) project. As co-lead of the Mechanical Sub Team, I mentor younger students in tools like OnShape, Arduino, and electrolyzers. I also conduct white paper reviews and academic research to advance sustainable innovation and skill development among future engineering leaders.
Accomplishments
Maccabiah Olympics - 2022
I represented Canada on the U18 Canadian Men's Soccer Team, where we placed 7th internationally in Haifa, Israel. It was an incredible opportunity to represent my country and play the sport I love against world-class competition.
Timeline
Wave Energy Generation Feasibility Assessment
Queen's University
01.2025 - 03.2025
Product Technician
Rokband Pediatric
05.2024 - 08.2024
Advisory Board
Queen's University
01.2024 - Current
Automated Naloxone Powder Dispenser Design Project
Queen's University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
J.R. Smith School of Engineering At Queen's University
09.2023 - Current
Head of Engineering Orientation Week
Queen's University
01.2023 - 01.2024
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