Hi, I'm Drew

Mechanical Engineer

Passionate about robotics and automation. Proficient in mechanical design, CAD (Solidworks), and programming (Python, C++, Matlab). Experience with control systems, ROS, sensor fusion, optimization,and path planning. Seeking interesting and challenging opportunities.

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Projects

Showcasing my grad school and personal projects
SoccerBot Robot SoccerBot on Field

SoccerBot

Autonomous robot designed to play 1v1 soccer, using computer vision for ball recognition.

ArnieBot Render ArnieBot Robot

ArnieBot

Automated drink-dispensing robot serving Arnold Palmer variations.

Bellows 2MPa Bellows 5MPa Bellows 10MPa Bellows ISO View Bellows Headon View Bellows Inner Mesh Bellows Abaqus Cross Section

Hydraulic Bellows Multi-Material Optimization

Automated optimization of 3D-printable hydraulic bellows using a genetic algorithm. Integrated Gmsh, Matlab, and Abaqus.

Cycloid Assembly Cycloid Visualization Cycloid Plot

Cycloidal Drive Design

GitHub Repository

Automated cycloidal disc creation using Python, Solidworks integration, and motion study.

Inverted Pendulum Control

Swing-up and stabilization control of an inverted pendulum.

Skills & Courses

My technical expertise

Mechanical Design

CAD

Solidworks, nTopology, ProE, OpenSCAD

FEA

Solidworks Simulation, Abaqus, FEBio

Prototyping

3D Printing - FDM, Polyjet, SLA, Laser Cutting, Machining, Water Jetting

Other

GD&T, DFMA, Tolerance Analysis

Coding & Software

Languages

Python, C++, Matlab

Robotics

ROS, Control Systems, Path Planning, SLAM

Other

Linux, Git, Virtual Environments

Graduate Coursework

Robotics

Mechatronics, Bio-Inspired Robotics, Advanced Robotics

Controls

Feedback Controls, Control Systems Lab

Other

Automated Design, Modeling Human Movement

About Me

My background
Drew biking in Boulder

7+ years of experience in mechanical and automation design contributing to all stages of design from conception to production in aerospace, defense, medical, and communications industries. Enjoy using multi-disciplinary skills to develop unique electromechanical and autonomous systems. Have developed test automation systems for a variety of applications. Looking to contribute to robotics, automation, optimization, and/or control systems projects.

MS in Mechanical Engineering (focus in Robotics) - 2023 | CU Boulder
BA in Mechanical Engineering - 2016 | University of Michigan

Contact me to request my resume or discuss potential opportunities. Willing to consult on electromechanical systems, from small-scale prototypes to large-scale engineering challenges.

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Let's connect

Email

drewcimhof@gmail.com

Location

San Diego, CA
Email me to request my resume or inquire about my services.