Amauri Mariñelarena
El Paso,TX
Summary
Mechanical Engineering graduate with an emphasis on design, materials, and mechatronics. I treat every project—including FSAE integration and thermal modeling—as a platform for growth. I am committed to the discipline of rigorous engineering analysis and reporting, and I believe that the best results come from a combination of thorough calculation and a willingness to learn from the expertise of others.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UTEP Hypersonics Team
El Paso, TX
07.2025 - 10.2025
• Conducted research on aerothermal heating in hypersonic flight regimes, focusing on convective and radiative heat transfer mechanisms at high Mach numbers.
• Analyzed boundary layer behavior and thermal loads on hypersonic vehicle surfaces using analytical and numerical methods.
• Investigated thermal protection system (TPS) concepts, including material performance under extreme heat flux conditions.
Undergraduate Assistant
Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success
El Paso, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Provide administrative support, manage departmental records, and assist with program initiatives for student success.
- Coordinate with university departments to troubleshoot technical issues and manage institute outreach.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Texas At El Paso (UTEP)
El Paso, TX05-2026
Skills
- Software: Autodesk Fusion 360, SolidWorks (FEA & Simulations), AutoCAD, Arduino IDE, MATLAB
- Analysis & Reporting: Technical Report Writing, Data Interpretation & Visualization, Performance Analysis, Engineering Documentation
- Computational Calculations: Thermodynamic Cycle Analysis, Heat Transfer Modeling, Fluid Mechanics Calculations, MATLAB, and Excel-based Engineering Models
- Hardware: IR/Ultrasonic sensors, 3D-printed centrifuge rotors, Emrax 228 motors
Timeline
Undergraduate Assistant
Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success
01.2026 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UTEP Hypersonics Team
07.2025 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Texas At El Paso (UTEP)