Miguel Angel Martinez Meza
La Habra
Summary
Developed critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in fast-paced engineering environment, focusing on mechatronics design and analysis. Equipped to transition into new field by leveraging expertise in project management and technical software. Seeking to apply transferable skills to drive success in diverse, innovative environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Senior Project, BattleBots
California Polytechnic State University
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborate with a team of five engineers to redesign and improve on a robotics project with a focus on mechanical design for power transmission systems, electrical systems design, and controls programming and development.
- Performed mechanical analysis on existing systems to identify areas for redesign and improvement.
- Designed the gearbox power transmission system to work with the DC motors for maximum efficiency.
- Developed multiple types of control systems based on PWM and optimized them for ease of use and continued development.
- Worked on prototype manufacturing and construction.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to reduce the production costs and time
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Performed system testing to ensure quality of design.
Industrial Automation Design and Programming
California Polytechnic State University
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with a partner to design and program an automation solution in manufacturing applications.
- Programmed PLC systems to work in conjunction with a variety of machines including stepper motors, dc motors, pneumatic pistons, light sensors, and camera visual detection systems.
- Designed a automatic pinball machine that used pneumatics to launch the ball, visual detection systems to locate the ball, and light sensors accumulate points.
Sensor Based Path Following Robot
California Polytechnic State University
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Collaborate with a partner to program and develop the controls for an independent sensor based robot to complete a course with a variety of obstacles.
- Programmed a myriad of sensors including a light detecting sensor, a 9-axis absolute orientation and position IMU, a impact proximity sensor, and and encoder.
- Developed a closed loop PID controller to make adjustments based on sensor readings.
Thermal Systems Design
California Polytechnic State University
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with a partner to perform a thermal analysis of an office space to develop energy solutions to reduce cost expenditures.
- Used specified location weather data to account for the heating loads in the thermal analysis to determine the efficiency of the solutions
- Created a 3D model of the office space showcasing the implementation of each of the solutions.
- Developed a hot water delivery system which would reduce the heating load of the office space
- Developed a solar alternative which would reduce the electrical costs of operation
Power Transmissions System Design
California Polytechnic State University
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with a team to develop a power transmission system consisting of helical gears.
- Performed gear analysis calculations over several iterations to design an appropriate system.
- Created a parameterized 3D model of the power transmission system and 3D printed prototypes of the gears.
- Manufactured a case study of the system for testing and presentation.
Quarterly Design Project: Prosthesis
California Polytechnic State University
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with a multi-discipline engineering team to develop and design a prosthetic hand for a volunteer.
- 3D modeled and printed prototypes for demonstration and presentation.
- Aided in manufacturing the final product when funds were allocated.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2025
High School Diploma -
La Habra High School
La Habra, CA05-2020
Skills
- 3D modeling (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Onshape)
- MATLAB and Python programming
- Manufacturing automation
- PLC programing
- Technical reporting
- Data analysis and visualization
- Quality control
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Manufacturing processes
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Engineering mathematics
- Problem-solving
Research Experience
- Gathered and analyzed research data for thermal systems analysis to explore the advantages and disadvantages of differing energy providing systems including nuclear power, solar power, and geothermal power. Wrote detailed reports comparing the varying systems.
Certification
- MATLAB Certification - (2024)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Hobbies and Interests
I'm passionate about sustainable technology and am avid about exploring renewable energy innovations. I enjoy hands-on DIY projects, focusing on mechatronics based projects and improving my own programming skills. I am also a research enthusiast as I enjoy reading and often find myself reading on a myriad of subjects with any relation to engineering out of curiosity.
Timeline
Power Transmissions System Design
California Polytechnic State University
06.2025 - 07.2025
Industrial Automation Design and Programming
California Polytechnic State University
03.2025 - 06.2025
Thermal Systems Design
California Polytechnic State University
03.2025 - 06.2025
Sensor Based Path Following Robot
California Polytechnic State University
01.2025 - 03.2025
Mechanical Engineering Senior Project, BattleBots
California Polytechnic State University
09.2024 - 06.2025
Quarterly Design Project: Prosthesis
California Polytechnic State University
09.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
High School Diploma -
La Habra High School
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