Pranav Bakshi
Mechanical Engineering
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software Laboratory Certifications
• SolidWorks • Machine Shop Experience • WHMIS Training
• Maple 16 • Pump System • Lab Safety Training
• Ms Office • Fan speed analysis • First Aid Training
• GanttChart • Pressure System • Alberta Class 5 Drivers
License
ACADEMIC & CO-OP STATUS
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Academic Mechanical Engineering; 6 of 8 academic terms completed
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Program Anticipated date of graduation: May, 2017
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Co-op Status Completed 0/4 work terms; available for 4,8,12 or 16 work terms
beginning May, 2015
TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Machining Project Sept, 2014 – Dec, 2014
• Worked with a team of 3 students
• Manufactured a working model of oil pump jack
• Operated in a machining lab
• Created a formal report
Can Crusher Project Feb, 2013 – April, 2013
• Worked with a team of 6 individuals
• Successfully constructed a working can crusher that sorted, counted and crushed cans according to their size
• Made a working model on solidworks and presented in front of an audience
• Managed to complete the project with $200 budged given
Hovercraft Project Feb, 2014 – April, 2014
• Worked with a team of 6 members
• Designed a running hovercraft with given materials
• Successfully completed the course in the given time
• Prepared a formal report and presented in front of an
audience
TECHNICAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Future Shop May, 2014 – Sept, 2014
Product Expert (Home Solutions)
• Recommended merchandise based on individual requirements
• Greeted customers and determined their needs and wants
• Maintained sales records for inventory control
Staples May, 2013 – Sept, 2013
Tech Sales Associate (Connected Solutions)
• Answered customers’ quires and concerns
• Developed product knowledge by reading current vendor tags and attending training classes
• Performed other duties as assigned
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
University of British Columbia’s Bookstore Dec, 2013 – till date
Customer Service/Cashier
• Verify the price of merchandise
• Prepare and reconcile sales report
• Sorted and files purchase orders, invoices, etc
Extra Foods July, 2009 – June, 2012
Customer Service/Cashier
• Opened customer accounts by recording account information
• Resolved problems that customers had by determining cause, and selecting the best solution for the customer
• Made sure that all customers found what they wanted
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE
Events Coordinator Sept, 2014 – till date
South Asian Student Association (SASA)
• Lead a team and assign tasks to team members
• Organize events on campus
• Track budget and Manage logistics
September 3rd 2013
Orientation Leader at UBC
Engineering OL
• Conduct campus tours
• Present programs to large audience of new students
• Assist in special programs and accept support duties as
needed
November 2nd 2013
Student Leader Conference at UBC
Room Host
• Ensure rooms are set up properly
• Participate in the session
• Collect all evaluations
EDUCATION
University of British Columbia Sept, 2012 – till date
Mechanical Engineering
AWARDS
Rutherford Scholarship (High academic achievement) 2012
Best Presentation (Food Bank) 2013
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C (APEGBC)
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
• Dj at Events
• Technology
• Snowboarding