Siddharth Shah

Hard-working and responsible college student with a passion for sports and coaching. Dedicated to fostering positive team environments in the retail field. Proven track record in problem-solving, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. Mechatronics engineering student at Macquarie University, demonstrating a commitment to learning and growth.

Rube Goldberg Machine

• Collaborated with a team to brainstorm, design, and build a Rube Goldberg Machine.
• Applied mechanical principles using everyday materials.
• Strengthened problem-solving, teamwork, and hands-on engineering skills.
• Focused on precision, creativity, and collaboration throughout the project.
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Game Development Project

• Developed a 2D game in Processing featuring a playable character and dynamic movement.
• Implemented boundary teleportation and random obstacle generation with collision detection.
• Designed a moving vertical trail linked to the character’s position.
• Created a custom game-over screen triggered by collisions.
• Strengthened skills in programming logic, game mechanics, and user interaction.

Snake Game Development

• Developed a 2D retro-style Snake game using Processing with grid-based movement and arrow key controls.
• Implemented boundary collision detection, win and game-over screens, and randomised fruit generation.
• Programmed dynamic snake growth mechanics and self-collision game-ending logic.
• Designed a custom welcome screen, chequered background grid, and movement speed regulation at 5 frames per second.
• Strengthened programming fundamentals including arrays, functions, collision handling, and user interaction.

Custom Aluminium Toolbox Project

• Designed and built a fully functional toolbox from raw aluminium materials without following pre-made instructions.
• Operated industrial machinery including cutting, drilling, and bending equipment to shape and assemble components.
• Measured, marked, and fabricated parts with precision to ensure structural integrity and clean finishes.
• Applied safe workshop practices and improved hands-on mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Strengthened abilities in independent project planning, time management, and technical craftsmanship.

Balmain Hospital

• Volunteered at Balmain Hospital, assisting with administrative tasks.
• Completed duties such as filing, data entry, and patient information management.
• Spoke with patients to provide friendly conversation and emotional support.
• Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Gained valuable insight into the operations of a healthcare environment.

Peer Support Leader | Marist College Eastwood
Year 10, 2020

• Assisted Year 7 students in transitioning to high school by providing guidance and support through structured activities and games.
• Worked as part of a team to develop and facilitate engaging activities designed to promote social integration and teamwork.
• Fostered a supportive environment, helping to build confidence and address concerns, ensuring a smoother adjustment to high school life.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a peer mentoring capacity.

• ENGG1050 – Engineering Design — 88 (HD)
• ENG1000 – Introduction to Engineering — 85 (HD)
• PHYS1510 – Engineering Physics — 84 (D)
• MATH1020 – Calculus and Linear Algebra II — 81 (D)
• ENGG2050 – Engineering Systems and Design Thinking — 76 (CR)
• MECH1001 – Introduction to Mechanical Engineering — 74 (CR)
• ELEC2040 – Signals and Systems — 74 (CR)
• COMP1000 – Introduction to Computer Programming — 73 (CR)
• MTRN2060 – Introduction to Mechatronics — 73 (CR)
• STAT1170 – Introductory Statistics — 73 (CR)
• PHYS1520 – Engineering Physics — 71 (CR)
• PHYS1520 – Physics for Electrical and Electronic Engineering — 71 (CR)
• MATH1007 – Discrete Mathematics I — 70 (CR)