Project Description
Over three consecutive years, I competed in the Senior Design competition at both the Quebec Engineering Competition (QEC) and Canadian Engineering Competition (CEC), achieving podium finishes each time. This intensive competition challenges teams to design, build, and program a functional robot within 8-10 hours using only basic materials and Arduino components. The competition tests not only technical skills but also creativity, time management, and ability to work under extreme pressure while adapting to unknown challenges revealed at the start.
Each competition presented unique engineering problems requiring rapid prototyping, mechanical design optimization, and real-time programming solutions. Working with limited resources and tight deadlines, I developed expertise in quick decision-making, efficient project management, and innovative problem-solving approaches that consistently delivered winning results across multiple competition years.
Key Points
Consistent Podium Performance
Achieved top-3 finishes in Senior Design competitions across 3 consecutive years at both provincial (QEC) and national (CEC) levels, demonstrating reliable excellence in high-pressure engineering challenges and competitive robotics design.
Rapid Prototyping Mastery
Developed exceptional skills in designing and building functional robots within 8-10 hour timeframes, combining mechanical engineering principles with Arduino programming and creative use of arts & crafts materials to solve complex tasks.
Multidisciplinary Integration
Successfully integrated mechanical design, electrical systems, and embedded programming under extreme time constraints, showcasing ability to balance multiple engineering disciplines while maintaining high performance standards.
