PRAATEEK PARASHAR

adi1km@r.postjobfree.com C: 831-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/praateek-p-544020128/

Education Sept 2017 – June 2021

Praateek Parashar is a 4th year student at the University of California, Irvine pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Design of Mechanical Systems and Energy Systems and Environmental Engineering. Praateek is also a Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) which showcases a great grasp on CAD software’s. Praateek has also earned the Dean Honors List for the year 2018. Praateek is eagerly looking forward to applying his knowledge and bring something new to the table! Skills

• Solidworks

• MATLAB

• OnShape

• Fusion 360

• Python

• Ansys

Experience

Mechanical Lead 04/2020 – Current

Intelligent Ground Vehicle UCI

• Designed the chassis drivetrain of an advanced autonomous unique vehicle using Solidworks, OnShape, and Ansys that will be competing against 18 top-notch Universities at the Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition, Michigan.

• Working with controls and electrical team on Gazebo, Python and MATLAB to import the .step CAD file and perform a simulation of the original track in Michigan.

Researcher 08/2020 - Current

New Generation Mask Patent UCLA

• Publishing, at ELSEVIER Publications, a revolutionary design using 3D Printing to overcome the current affairs of breathing and comfort issues of face mask by designing a reusable, all sized 3D printed light weight face mask.

• Collaborating with professors from the Mechanical and Aerospace Research Department at UCLA. Sharper Image – New Future 12/2020 – Current

Engineering Design in Industry UCI

• Product development with the Mechanical Design Engineers at The Sharper Image.

• Maintaining diligent and daily communication by offering suggestions, changes and development production perspectives to improve commercialization of the product.

• Work with company liaisons weekly to ensure product meets Sharper Image brand fit. Event Administrator 02/2020 - Current

Newkirk Alumni Center UCI

• Working closely with the Event Management staff to keep a track of the event inquiries and logistical details of UCI. Social Chairman 04/2020 – 09/2020

Engineers Without Borders UCI

• Conducted world-class events for engineering students at UCI with most reputed companies like Tetra Tech, Geosyntec to provide an astonishing experience in understanding what do companies expect from fresh college graduates.

• Uniting engineers, researchers, students and working in hand-in-hand with developing communities to implement sustainable engineering projects.

Peer Mentor 09/2018 – 04/2019

Student Success Initiatives UCI

• Identified and utilized the campus and community resources necessary for academic and social success for freshmen at UCI.

• Built strong relationships with first-year mentees through small group activities and one-on-one meetings to make their transition smoother on campus.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Event Crew 04/2018 – 07/2018

Blockchain UCI