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Charles ORPRECIO

Mechanical Engineer
Leppington

Summary

4th Year Student Studying A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) specializing in Mechanical Engineering, with experience in mechanical design, process optimization, and troubleshooting.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Student Engineer

Pentair
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Designed and drafted components and fixtures using CAD to support manufacturing processes, taking into account manufacturing and budget limitations
  • Performed simulations and analysis to assess previously mentioned parts' mechanical performance under load conditions
  • Managed operations and troubleshooting of machines used on production floor, diagnosing issues and modifying G-code to accommodate changes and improve production efficiency
  • Operated the pump testing rig alongside other Engineers, investigating duty points provided by the customer to verify performance and diagnose potential issues
  • Collaborated with external suppliers to resolve issues related to supplied components
  • Contributed to process improvements by refining assembly techniques and standardizing procedures.
  • Investigated product performance issues and collaborated with teams to develop solutions
  • Assisted in processing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) by reviewing non-conforming parts and supporting resolution efforts


Shift Manager

Gami
02.2024 - Current


  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency and cost savings by overseeing staff scheduling, inventory, and ordering processes.
  • Regularly reviewed performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and implemented changes accordingly which resulted in increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork among staff members by encouraging collaboration in problem-solving tasks related to front-of-house operations.
  • Trained new hires on company policies, procedure, as well as proper food handling techniques which resulted in reduced turnover rates.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) -

University of Technology
Sydney
03.2021 - Current

High School Certificate -

Thomas Hassall Anglican College
Middleton Grange, NSW
04.2001 -

Skills

    Problem Solving

    Critical Thinking

    Attention To Detail

    Collaboration & Teamwork

    Communication

    Adaptability

Software

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

ANSYS Fluent

MATLAB

C

MS Office

ETQ Reliance

Accomplishments

    2020 Major Design Project

  • Designed and manufactured a custom drone concept for the firefighting industry using CAD to create detailed 3D models and employed workshop tools such as bandsaws to fabricate drone parts

    • 2022 Arduino RC Car

  • Developed and programmed an RC car using Arduino microcontrollers, writing and optimizing C++ code to control its movements and functionalities, and integrating hardware components such as motors, wheels, and chassis.

    • 2023 Warmen Design & Build Competition

  • Collaborated with a team to brainstorm and develop innovative design concepts that met competition requirements. This project involved CAD modeling, C++ programming, and fabricating design concepts using a combination of 3D-printed components and handcrafted parts

    • 2024 Low Earth Orbit Satellite Thermal Management System

  • Collaborated with a cross-functional engineering team to conceptualize, design, and optimize a scalable thermal management system for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Utilized CAD and Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) tools to perform detailed simulations and analyses, validating design decisions and optimizing thermal performance

Timeline

Student Engineer

Pentair
07.2024 - 02.2025

Shift Manager

Gami
02.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) -

University of Technology
03.2021 - Current

High School Certificate -

Thomas Hassall Anglican College
04.2001 -

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