Pablo Avila

Designed and developed lightweight, portable waste collection devices, supporting the transfer of over 15,000 lbs of resin spills, leading to improved efficiency in waste management.

Engineered and assembled 2,000 lbs impact-resistant polycarbonate forklift roofs, enhancing associate visibility and safety in high-traffic areas.

Automated the reorganization of the supply room by leveraging Excel functions and query viewers, identifying 4,500 outdated parts for potential use across 35 Shaw plants, optimizing inventory management.

Troubleshot and resolved 2+ computer-based issues weekly in person and virtually, enhancing office productivity and reducing downtime.

Performed operating system updates and replaced server batteries on 5+ machines, extending the lifespan of office computers.

Cataloged and managed 100+ outdated inventory items, ensuring proper disposal and reducing storage inefficiencies.

Coordinated the relocation of 90+ employees, handling data migration and printer setup to ensure seamless transitions into offices.

Designed cost-efficient, controllable camera mounts using 3D-printed filament, reducing production costs by 90%.

Developed and trained camera systems to detect damaged carpet edges during production and programmed motors via Arduino and MQTT for automated operation.

Calibrated 3D printers to increase the durability of printed components, reducing equipment downtime by 20% and improving production efficiency.

• Redesigned the rear fuse box for a Cadillac Lyric, optimizing it for all-wheel drive integration and energy efficiency. • Modeled mounts for two front HV boxes and performed FEAs to ensure structural integrity under 20g force. • Tracked 20+ tasks through reports and presentations, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and clear communication.

• Led a 6-week project to design, fabricate, and test a robot under $100 capable of completing 5 tasks in 40 seconds. • Applied design and management tools such as HOQ, specification sheets, function trees, Gantt charts, evaluation matrices, and FMEA to accelerate team progress by 20%. • Documented the project’s process through 3 IEEE-compliant engineering reports and formal presentations, adhering to professional standards. • Achieved 2nd place, outperforming 68 other teams