Engineering
Resume:
Brian Cerritos
ENGINEERING STUDENT
Homestead, FL ***************@*****.*** 786-***-****
Objective
Motivated high school
student seeking a part-time
job to gain work
experience and develop
new skills. Hardworking,
reliable, and eager to
contribute to a team while
learning in a professional
environment.
Experience
Skills:
CAD Design: Fusion360, Onshape, SolidWorks
3D Printing & Fabrication: Cura, Welding, Soldering, Laser cutting
Robotics: VEX V5, VEX IQ, Battle Bots, competitive robotics
Electrical: Solar-powered vehicle design
Leadership: Team management, project coordination
Problem-Solving: Troubleshooting, quick repairs
-FIU ENLACE Intern: Engaging Latino Communities for Education FIU - College of Engineering & Computing June 2025
• Collaborated with faculty and staff to support STEM outreach efforts aimed at increasing educational opportunities for Latino youth.
• Assisted in organizing engineering workshops and mentoring sessions for middle and high school students during a summer camp.
• Promoted engagement through hands-on activities and presentations that introduced students to foundational engineering concepts.
• Helped foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encouraged students to pursue higher education in STEM fields.
-Team Captain – Hopes and Dream (FIU Wall of Wind Challenge) TERRA Environmental Research Institute March 2025
• Captained the “Hopes and Dream” team to First Place in the 2025 FIU Wall of Wind Challenge, securing TERRA’s third consecutive championship.
• Designed and tested a wind-resistant structure capable of withstanding 90+ mph hurricane-force winds using FIU’s state-of- the-art 12-fan Wall of Wind system.
• Led team coordination, from concept development to final presentation, ensuring strong communication and efficient execution.
• Oversaw structural design, material selection, and performance Contact
• mrbraincerritos@g
mail.com
• 13821 SW 284TH ST
HOMESTEAD, FL
optimization under competition constraints.
-Team Captain – Terra Lights (Solar Car Challenge)
(Failed do to Funding)
TERRA Environmental Research Institute 2024 – 2024
• Leading a team in designing, building, and racing a solar-powered car for the Solar Car Challenge.
• Managing team roles, coordinating tasks, and ensuring efficiency in engineering and logistics.
• Partnering with West Kendall Toyota and Lexus of West Kendall to secure sponsorships and industry support.
• Overseeing CAD design, material selection, and assembly of the vehicle.
-Engineering & Robotics Projects
• VEX V5 Multitool: Designed and built a custom multitool to improve efficiency for VEX V5 robotics competitions, helping my team with quick modifications and repairs.
• Battle Bot Competition: Led the design, fabrication, and assembly of a Battle Bot, competing in local and regional robotics tournaments.
-Leadership & Extracurricular Activities
• Club Officer in CAD – Robotics Club (3 Years)
• Team Captain – Terra Lights (Solar Car Challenge)
• TERRA Environmental Research Institute – Led a team in STEM explorations
• Organized and managed club meetings, workshops, and competitions
• Collaborated with club members to execute robotics projects, fostering teamwork and creativity
Education
TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE MIAMI, FL Expected Graduation: June 2026
Engineering Magnet
Personal Projects
Engineering Projects
– Competitive BattleBots
• Designed and built a Battle Bot for competitive robotics events, demonstrating technical expertise and innovation.
• Led the development process, from CAD design to fabrication and assembly.
• Competed in local and regional tournaments, showcasing problem- solving and adaptability.
– FIU Wall of Wind Challenge
• Designed and built a hurricane-resistant structure to compete in FIU’s Wall of Wind Challenge, simulating winds over 90 mph.
• Led a team of engineers through concept design, prototyping, and testing to ensure structural stability and innovation.
• Secured First Place in the 2025 challenge, marking TERRA’s third consecutive victory in the national competition.
-VEX V5 Multitool
• Designed and built a custom multitool specifically for VEX V5 robotics competitions, improving efficiency in robot assembly.
• Integrated essential tools into a compact, easy-to-carry design for quick modifications and repairs.
• Helped my robotics team speed up the building process by providing a versatile tool that reduced the need for multiple separate tools.
• Improved team productivity and allowed for faster troubleshooting during competitions
-Solar Powered Car (Current Project)
Partnered with West Kendall Toyota and Lexus of West Kendall to design and build a fully functional solar-powered vehicle.
• Leading CAD design, material selection, and assembly process.
• Integrating sustainable energy solutions into the vehicle's electrical system.
• Collaborating with industry professionals to refine efficiency and performance.
-MPB (Media Player Button)
• A compact media control button powered by an ESP32-C3, supporting USB-C and wireless modes with full app-based customization.
• The mobile app lets users control playback and volume with ease.
• Built as a challenge in working with small electronics, tight space constraints, and optimizing battery life.
-Glitter Bomb (My First Project)
• Recreated Mark Rober’s glitter bomb, learning key engineering fundamentals such as Fusion 360 for 3D modeling (with over 300 revisions), Arduino for programming, soldering for circuit assembly, and voltage and power management for efficient system operation.
• Designed and assembled the device, integrating a stop switch and a motorized system for activation.
• Gained hands-on experience troubleshooting circuit issues, including managing power flow to prevent overheating (a lesson learned after the device caught fire when left on too long during my algebra class.
(Lesson Learned)
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