Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Capstone Nasa Lunabotics Challenge
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Mathew Ushijima

Waipahu,HI

Summary

Recent Mechanical Engineering graduate from the University of Portland with hands-on experience through an internship at NAVFAC Hawaii. Demonstrated strengths in project management, CAD design, and technical problem-solving. Proficient in HVAC system analysis using HAP and skilled in Revit for BIM applications. Known for enhancing project efficiency through strong team collaboration, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to engineering challenges. Eager to contribute technical expertise and fresh perspective to innovative engineering teams.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Navfac Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Project Support: Assist with construction and infrastructure projects by managing documentation, tracking progress, and using CAD and HAP software to create and modify plans.
  • Project Management: Support project managers with task scheduling and activity coordination.
  • Team Collaboration: Work with engineers, architects, and contractors on planning, design reviews, and problem- solving

Intern Shadow

Belt Collins Hawaii LLC
Honolulu, HI
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Site Visits: Accompanying engineers on site visits to construction projects, infrastructure developments, or environmental assessments to gain real-world applications of civil engineering principles
  • Project Meetings: Attending project meetings to observe discussions on project progress, challenges, and decision-making processes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Portland
Portland, OR
05-2025

Skills

  • CAD software
  • Solid Works
  • HVAC HAP
  • Revit
  • Problem-solving
  • Project Management

Capstone Nasa Lunabotics Challenge

  • Designed and built a lunar excavation robot as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team
  • Modeled mechanical systems using CAD tools and optimized for performance in simulated lunar terrain
  • Collaborated across subsystems to integrate autonomous navigation, excavation, and control systems

Timeline

Intern

Navfac Hawaii
06.2023 - 08.2024

Intern Shadow

Belt Collins Hawaii LLC
01.2019 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Portland