Tengfei (Paul) Lou
Toronto,ON
Summary
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Toronto with a focus on Solid Mechanics and Mechatronics actively seeking a 12-16 months engineering internship beginning in Summer 2024. Proficient in Solidworks, Ansys, Python, MATLAB, and Minitab. Actively seeking coop opportunities in the Automotive, Aerospace, and Mechatronics Industry.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Design and Manufacture Specialist
University of Toronto Formula Racing Team Powertrain section
Toronto, ON
09.2022 - Current
- Manufactured different drivetrain components using different machining skills: lathe, Mill, and Drill.
- Utilized SolidWorks to design detailed drawings and models to aid in the assembly process.
- Aided in designing and assembling a highly efficient cooling loop for a racing car as part of a team of engineers to facilitate testing of the car's electrical circuit and motor.
- Utilized Ansys for component optimization, enhancing mechanical properties while reducing weight.
Part Time Summer Research Student
CADIPT(Center for Advanced Diffusion-wave and photoacoustic Technologies)
Toronto, ON
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Worked closely with Dr. Guo to enhance the optical system's reassembly process, utilizing Solidworks for comprehensive assembly files, and collaborating directly with machine shop technicians to design a precise position control system for the finger holder, resulting in substantial cost savings for the research project.
- Skillfully employed rendering techniques to visually communicate the assembly process of the optical system, aiding in its comprehension and optimization.
- Collaborated with Dr. Guo on redesigning the optical system's casing, contributing to an improved overall design. Additionally, partnered with fellow summer interns to conceptualize and develop an innovative heat management system, showcasing a proactive approach to equipment enhancement.
Full Time MIE Department Summer Research Student
MCML(Multifunctional Composites Manufacturing Laboratory)
Toronto, ON
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Engaged in extensive collaboration with interdisciplinary teams comprising Master's, Ph.D., and Postdoctoral Fellows, actively contributing to research initiatives and data collection efforts.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, identifying and resolving issues related to different research equipment contributing to its seamless operation.
- Independently conceived, constructed, and evaluated a novel cooling tube system for the newly implemented batch foaming workstation, significantly enhancing its performance.
- Aided the team in the design and machining of various molds, including those for tensile, flexural, and impact testing, to assess sample mechanical properties.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science And Engineering (B.A.Sc) + PEY Co-op - Mechanical Engineering
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON04.2026
Basic Machining
George Brown College
Toronto, ON03.2022
Skills
- CAD/Design: SolidWorks
- Programming: MATLAB, Python
- Analysis/Simulation: ANSYS, Minitab
- Machining: Lathe, Mill, Drill Press, Bandsaw
- Problem-solving, Adaptability, Collaboration, Reliability, Innovative Thinking, Planning & Organizing
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Mechanical Design, Dassault Systèmes - 2023
- MIE (Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering) Summer Research Awards at the University of Toronto - 2023
Timeline
Part Time Summer Research Student
CADIPT(Center for Advanced Diffusion-wave and photoacoustic Technologies)
05.2023 - 10.2023
Full Time MIE Department Summer Research Student
MCML(Multifunctional Composites Manufacturing Laboratory)
05.2023 - 09.2023
Design and Manufacture Specialist
University of Toronto Formula Racing Team Powertrain section
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Applied Science And Engineering (B.A.Sc) + PEY Co-op - Mechanical Engineering
University of Toronto
Basic Machining
George Brown College
- Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Mechanical Design, Dassault Systèmes - 2023
- MIE (Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering) Summer Research Awards at the University of Toronto - 2023
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