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Western University · London, ON

Kuwar
Nanda

Mechanical Engineering Student ·
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Builder.
Simulator.
Engineer.

I'm a second-year Mechanical Engineering student at Western University with hands-on experience in SolidWorks CAD, FEA simulation, UAV fabrication, and prototype testing. I'm drawn to projects that solve real problems — from water access in remote communities to designing systems that push physical limits.

Currently seeking engineering internship opportunities for 2025–2026.

BEng Mechanical Engineering — Western University, London ON
Expected Graduation: April 2028
(519)-615-2598
25+
FEA Simulations Run
3
Build-and-Test Projects
1st
EWB Case Competition
CSWA
SolidWorks Certified

What I Work With

CAD & Simulation
SolidWorks (CSWA) Onshape AutoCAD FEA
Manufacturing & Prototyping
3D Printing Composite Fabrication Design for Assembly Hand Tools
Programming & Controls
Python MATLAB Microcontrollers Wiring Schematics
Engineering Tools
Excel Word PowerPoint Technical Documentation BOM Development

Projects

Human Joint Motion Actuator

Oct – Dec 2025
SolidWorks FEA Composite Design

Designed a high-force hybrid actuator system to simulate controlled human joint motion, targeting a 15–40 N·m torque range. Focused on pressure force modeling, stress optimization, and composite housing redesign.

  • 35% increase in predicted load capacity through stress optimization
  • 42% reduction in structural mass via composite housing redesign
  • ±3% displacement accuracy validated under simulated loading

Lake Simcoe Water Filtration System

Jan – Apr 2025
Prototyping Testing Systems Design

Designed and physically built a three-stage water filtration system (polypropylene → activated carbon → ultrafiltration membrane) to provide potable water to communities in Georgina Island. Conducted turbidity, backwashing, and functional pressure tests.

  • 88% turbidity reduction (50 NTU → 6 NTU)
  • 5-minute assembly time validated in user testing
  • Under $150 CAD — vs. $200+ commercial alternatives
  • BOM sourced locally: Canadian Tire, Amazon Canada, ES1050 Workshop

Wellness Therapy Lamp

Sep – Dec 2024
Arduino Python 3D Printing

Developed a programmable light therapy lamp for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), featuring 30/45/60-minute therapy modes with a potentiometer-controlled dimmer. Built a custom 3D printed diffuser and integrated a Python-based mobile app for remote control.

  • ~2% lux deviation across lamp surface — near-perfect uniformity
  • Python app integrated with microcontroller for remote brightness & mode control
  • Diffuser printed in transparent PETG with 0% infill for max diffusion
  • Open-sourced for future ES1050 development

Western Aero Design — UAV Team

Sep 2024 – Present
SolidWorks FEA UAV Fabrication

Active team member designing and optimizing aircraft components for the 2025 SAE Aero Design West competition. Responsible for iterative CAD refinements, structural FEA simulation runs, and supporting physical prototype fabrication.

  • 12% improvement in lift-to-drag ratio through iterative CAD refinement
  • 25+ FEA simulations validating structural integrity
  • 8% mass reduction while maintaining structural requirements
  • UAV fabricated using 3D printing and foam-core construction

EWB Case Competition — 1st Place

Jan 2026
DFMEA Risk Analysis AI-Augmented Engineering

Partnered with Trojan Technologies to conduct a Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) on a portable UV water disinfection system. Developed a 5-prompt AI validation methodology to expand and verify failure mode identification, then presented findings competitively.

  • Expanded failure mode identification from 11 to 21 entries
  • 5-prompt AI methodology developed to validate AI-generated outputs
  • Placed 1st among competing teams
  • Identified critical failure risks absent from the original design review

Experience

Mechanical Engineering Team Member — Western Aero Design
Sep 2024 – Present

CAD design in SolidWorks, FEA simulation, UAV prototype fabrication using foam-core and 3D printing, preparing for the SAE Aero Design West competition. Iterative design optimization across 25+ simulation cycles to improve structural integrity and aerodynamic performance.

1st Place — EWB Case Competition (EWBW × Trojan Technologies)
Jan 2026

Conducted a DFMEA on a portable UV water disinfection system and developed a novel 5-prompt AI validation methodology for expanding failure mode identification. Expanded entries from 11 to 21 and presented competitively, placing 1st among competing teams.

Sales Associate — Walmart Canada
Aug 2023 – Present

Demonstrated reliability in a fast-paced retail environment through inventory management and consistent customer service — all while maintaining a full Mechanical Engineering academic workload. Two-plus years of continuous employment.

Certifications

SolidWorks CAD Design Associate (CSWA)
Onshape – Introduction to Part Design
Onshape – Introduction to Assembly Design
WHMIS Training (2024–2027)

Contact

Open to internship opportunities — let's connect.

Form UI only — reach me directly at Kuwar.nanda24@gmail.com