JUAN HERNANDEZ

Mechanical Engineering student seeking hands-on experience in the engineering field. Skilled in technical writing, teamwork, MATLAB, Autodesk Inventor, and Microsoft Office. Strong problem-solving, communication, and design skills developed through engineering coursework and collaborative projects.

Sustainable Chair

Designed a chair under material and weight constraints to support up to 220 lbs while minimizing waste. Tested multiple designs, selected the most optimal one, and performed FEA to locate and reduce stress concentrations. Gained experience in mechanical design, analysis, and teamwork through iterative improvement. 

Four-Bar Linkage Mechanism for EV Charging Assistance
Designed and built an MDF prototype of a four-bar linkage mechanism intended to mimic the extension motion of a robotic arm for EV charging port access. Used MATLAB to model linkage motion and optimize geometric parameters to meet reach and motion constraints.  

Engineering Intern – Cupp Golf
As an engineering intern with Cupp Golf, I worked on a collaborative team focused on improving an existing prototype of a wearable golf swing training device. Using SolidWorks, I helped redesign components to enhance fit, usability, and overall mechanical performance. The role emphasized strong team communication, where we regularly shared design updates, testing feedback, and improvement ideas to move the product forward efficiently. I also contributed to project planning and task coordination, helping the team stay on schedule and meet development deadlines through structured project management practices.

 Formula SAE Electric Vehicle Battery Team
In this interdisciplinary engineering course, I was part of a team that designed and optimized the tractive battery system for Illinois Tech’s Formula SAE Electric racecar. My work involved supporting battery pack design, system-level simulation, and performance optimization with attention to energy efficiency, cost, and weight reduction. I contributed to developing thermal management approaches and lightweight mechanical solutions for safe and high-performance battery integration. The course emphasized teamwork, professional communication, and the use of enterprise project management tools, with regular progress presentations and collaboration across disciplines leading up to hands-on vehicle development for competition.

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