Aaron Van
Aaron Van
Student - He / Him
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Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Bio

Hello, I'm Aaron Van from Hamilton, Ontario, currently in my second year of mechanical engineering at McMaster University. My main hobbies include gaming, drawing, and calisthenics, which provide a balance between creativity, physical fitness, and relaxation.

Professionally, I am deeply fascinated by the potential of shaping future technology and advancing sustainability. This passion led me to pursue mechanical engineering, a field that seamlessly blends mathematics and physics to create optimized and effective machinery, robots, etc that can advance humanity.

In today's context, engineering plays a crucial role in sustainability, offering unique opportunities to innovate and minimize environmental impact. I am particularly drawn to this aspect of engineering, as it aligns with my goal of contributing to a more sustainable future.

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Mechanical engineering Hardware product design

Skills

3d modeling 2 Aesthetic design 2 Design software 2 Product design 2 Project management 2 User preferences 2 Aesthetics 1 Graphic design 1 Image resolution 1 Market trend 1 Mechanical assembly 1 Mechanical design 1 Mechanical drawings 1

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Work experience

Member/Competitor
McMaster Sumo Bot Club
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
October 2024 - Current

• Designed and built autonomous sumo robot, optimizing weight, mechanical advantage, and autonomous driven strategies.

• Developed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks

• Manufactured robot components using 3D printing, ensuring precision and durability.

• Achieved semi-finalist placement in McMaster Sumo-Bot Competition (100+ competitors) and invited to the annual Ontario Sumo-Bot Competition.

Event Coordinator
Canadian Cancer Society
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
April 2022 - June 2022

• Organized and managed logistics for the Relay4Life event, coordinating activities such as a school talent show, mini-games, and a charity walk.

• Fostered teamwork and collaboration among volunteers to ensure seamless execution of events.

Prep Cook
Pho Binh Minh Mai
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
March 2022 - June 2022

• Maintained clean, organized cook station in compliance with company standards, procedures, and sanitation requirements.

• Effectively communicated with team members and management regarding tasks or issues related to the kitchen area.

• Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.

Line Cook
Pho Dui Bo
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
June 2021 - December 2021

• Ensured communication and time management with team members and management for efficient service

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
McMaster University
September 2023 - Current

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