Kamyar Lakdashti
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Aspiring electrical engineering student at McMaster University, interested in electrical systems and their applications, I am deeply involved in McMaster Advanced Space Systems where I played a key role in leading the mechanical and electrical sub-teams as well as outreach. I bring passion and commitment to my workplace with determination to create a positive experience for everyone and ensuring successful project outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Mentorship Coordinator
McMaster Engineering Society
Hamilton, Ontario
04.2024 - Current
- Organized a total of 4 academic and recreational events for a group of over 120 engineering mentors and mentees at McMaster University, and attended formal meetings with the engineering society.
- Made key decisions to promote the mentorship program and collaborated with McMaster Engineers with Disabilities to broaden our positive impact and foster an inclusive community.
- Trained and guided engineering mentors in providing effective academic support and personal development assistance to first-year students, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Team Member
McMaster Advanced Space Systems
Hamilton, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted an engineering project held by Canadian Research Analog, CAN-ARX, in Northern Quebec with a team of 10 passionate students regarding a portable radio telescope with a collapsible design.
- Designed and built a portable radio telescope from scratch using CAD modeling, 3D printing, and came up with creative solutions as a team to make components that match our Mechanical Design in CAD.
- Completed FEA; Conducted a comprehensive risk analysis on the mechanical design in AutoDesk Inventor to ensure design feasibility and reliability in remote and unpredictable environments.
- Contributed to the electrical engineering sub-team, especially the antenna team, and collaboratively troubleshot and solved some electrical engineering problems of the telescope on the site of the project.
Soccer Camp Counsellor
Royal City Soccer Club
Hamilton, Ontario
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led and trained a group of thirty or more children in soccer activities by scheduling their activities, while effectively communicating with co-workers and children.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork skills by effectively working with co-workers and managers from various locations, consistently displaying self-awareness and adapting my instruction methods.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) -
McMaster University, Hamilton, ON - GPA: 3.72
04.2027
Skills
- Leadership and critical thinking
- Sociable and highly adaptive
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Python programming
- Autodesk Inventor
Awards
- McMaster Award of Excellence, $10,000, McMaster University, 2023
- Goldie Feldman Scholarship, $5,000, Goldie Feldman Family Foundation, 2023
- PS752 Commemorative Scholarship Program, $15,500, Global Affairs Canada, 2024
Timeline
Soccer Camp Counsellor
Royal City Soccer Club
06.2024 - 08.2024
Mentorship Coordinator
McMaster Engineering Society
04.2024 - Current
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Team Member
McMaster Advanced Space Systems
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) -
McMaster University, Hamilton, ON - GPA: 3.72
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