Sophia Hekman
Mechanical Engineering Student
Riverside, CA
ABOUT ME
I am a mechanical engineering student at California Baptist University with a 3.97 GPA. As Senior Lead for Formula SAE EV Powertrain, I have designed CNC-manufactured components using SolidWorks FEA and led engineering teams. I have extensive hands-on experience with CNC machining, welding, and rapid prototyping. My work focuses on achieving weight reduction and performance improvements through simulation-driven design. I combine technical expertise in CAD software, MATLAB analysis, and precision manufacturing to deliver innovative engineering solutions for competitive racing and academic projects.
Formula SAE EV Powertrain
Senior technical lead responsible for the design, analysis, and complete integration of the electric vehicle's powertrain subsystem. This involved taking the system from initial concept and requirement definition through detailed design, advanced...
Additive Manufacturing vs. Stamping: Performance and Economic Crossover Analysis
Investigated the viability of replacing a commercially available, high-volume metal stamped bracket (Galvanized Low-Carbon Steel) with 3D-printed plastic alternatives for low-volume, specialized applications. The goal was to identify the economic...
LEGO Robot Competition
Collaborated with a 12-member team to design and build a multi-robot system using LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Kits for a competitive object-sorting challenge. Served as the primary designer for the transportation unit, optimizing its design based on...