Resume
Eric Saavedra Garcia
Education
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Expected Graduation June 2023
Intended B.S. In Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.42
Leadership Experience
Engineers Without Borders October 2019 - Present
Power Lead for the Navajo Water Project
Assisted a Navajo family in gaining access to running water by determining the appropriate solar panels needed to power a pressurized water system; Handled logistics and budgeting of power system
Have a hands on approach to civil engineering disciplines such as plumbing and drafting due to the connectivity of each technical area
UCLA Society of Latino Engineers and Scientist (SOLES) October 2019 - Present
Executive Board: Activities Director; First Year Coalition
Implemented and translated SOLES’ identity to a virtual format to help retain and recruit new members
Projects
Carbon Fiber Model Rocket
Built a carbon fiber model rocket from scratch while learning how to use software foreign to me such as Solidworks and OpenRocket; Faced multiple obstacle that taught me how to contribute the most in a team environment
Was tasked with modeling and manufacturing an engine swapping mechanism that abided to a numerous constraints including handling a large load, being easily accessible, and being compact enough to fit in a narrow tube but large enough to be within the the printing sensitivity of a 3D printer
Work Experience
CEED Summer Bridge Tutor September 2020
Linear Algebra Tutor
Hosted tutoring sessions daily and provided insightful advice to incoming freshmen and returning sophomores about ways to succeed in their classes
Proactively created an inviting environment that further engaged incoming students to participate and further contribute to the CEED program
SEAS Cafe January 2020 - March 2020
Cashier and General Maintenance
Serviced large amount of people while simultaneously handling multiple other assignments in a timely manner
Utilized my fast learning capabilities and ability to follow specific instructions with needed accuracy to build a stronger sense of moral in the work environment while maximizing productivity
Professional Organizations
Center for Excellence in Engineering in Diversity (CEED): Selected from a highly competitive group of underrepresented engineers as a leader in scholastic diversity
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME): Participated in multiple quarter long workshops aimed towards developing a proficiency in relevant skills such as Solidworks and machine tool training
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES): General member due to collaborations between SOLES
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): Officer due to my Electrical Lead position; represent my Project
Skills and Interest
Programming Languages: Proficient - C++, Matlab Intermediate - Python
Spoken Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish, conversational in French
Skills: Proficient - Solidworks, OpenRocket Intermediate - Machining
Awards: National Science Foundation Scholar, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar
Eric Saavedra Garcia
Education
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Expected Graduation June 2023
Intended B.S. In Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.42
Leadership Experience
Engineers Without Borders October 2019 - Present
Power Lead for the Navajo Water Project
Assisted a Navajo family in gaining access to running water by determining the appropriate solar panels needed to power a pressurized water system; Handled logistics and budgeting of power system
Have a hands on approach to civil engineering disciplines such as plumbing and drafting due to the connectivity of each technical area
UCLA Society of Latino Engineers and Scientist (SOLES) October 2019 - Present
Executive Board: Activities Director; First Year Coalition
Implemented and translated SOLES’ identity to a virtual format to help retain and recruit new members
Projects
Carbon Fiber Model Rocket
Built a carbon fiber model rocket from scratch while learning how to use software foreign to me such as Solidworks and OpenRocket; Faced multiple obstacle that taught me how to contribute the most in a team environment
Was tasked with modeling and manufacturing an engine swapping mechanism that abided to a numerous constraints including handling a large load, being easily accessible, and being compact enough to fit in a narrow tube but large enough to be within the the printing sensitivity of a 3D printer
Work Experience
CEED Summer Bridge Tutor September 2020
Linear Algebra Tutor
Hosted tutoring sessions daily and provided insightful advice to incoming freshmen and returning sophomores about ways to succeed in their classes
Proactively created an inviting environment that further engaged incoming students to participate and further contribute to the CEED program
SEAS Cafe January 2020 - March 2020
Cashier and General Maintenance
Serviced large amount of people while simultaneously handling multiple other assignments in a timely manner
Utilized my fast learning capabilities and ability to follow specific instructions with needed accuracy to build a stronger sense of moral in the work environment while maximizing productivity
Professional Organizations
Center for Excellence in Engineering in Diversity (CEED): Selected from a highly competitive group of underrepresented engineers as a leader in scholastic diversity
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME): Participated in multiple quarter long workshops aimed towards developing a proficiency in relevant skills such as Solidworks and machine tool training
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES): General member due to collaborations between SOLES
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): Officer due to my Electrical Lead position; represent my Project
Skills and Interest
Programming Languages: Proficient - C++, Matlab Intermediate - Python
Spoken Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish, conversational in French
Skills: Proficient - Solidworks, OpenRocket Intermediate - Machining
Awards: National Science Foundation Scholar, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar