I'm a Mechanical design-focused Robotics Engineering student with hands-on experience in SolidWorks CAD, fabrication-ready modeling, 3D printing, electromechanical prototyping, BOM development, and functional hardware builds. I excel at translating concepts into physical prototypes through CAD, DFM/DFA, printed assemblies, electronics packaging, and iterative fabrication workflows. I'm seeking CAD, fabrication, mechanical design, or product development opportunities involving real-world physical systems.

Gabriel Barreras

I'm a Mechanical design-focused Robotics Engineering student with hands-on experience in SolidWorks CAD, fabrication-ready modeling, 3D printing, electromechanical prototyping, BOM development, and functional hardware builds. I excel at translating concepts into physical prototypes through CAD, DFM/DFA, printed assemblies, electronics packaging, and iterative fabrication workflows. I'm seeking CAD, fabrication, mechanical design, or product development opportunities involving real-world physical systems.

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I’m a Mechanical design-focused Robotics Engineering student with hands-on experience in SolidWorks CAD, fabrication-ready modeling, 3D printing, electromechanical prototyping, BOM development, and functional hardware builds.

I excel at translating concepts into physical prototypes through CAD, DFM/DFA, printed assemblies, electronics packaging, and iterative fabrication workflows. I’m seeking CAD, fabrication, mechanical design, or product development opportunities involving real-world physical systems.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Mechanical Design & Engineering Support at Minit Charger
January 1, 2026 - Present
Designed and modified large-scale SolidWorks assemblies exceeding 900 components, supporting product updates, packaging constraints, and system-level integration. Developed multi-level BOMs, product structures, and standardized part numbering systems to improve CAD documentation, traceability, and manufacturing organization. Supported electromechanical product development by integrating mechanical structures, wiring paths, purchased components, and assembly constraints into functional product architecture. Applied DFM/DFA thinking to improve assembly structure, documentation clarity, vendor coordination, and scalable CAD-to-manufacturing workflows.
Freelance Product Designer & Fabricator at Custom Hardware / Etsy
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and fabricated custom electromechanical hardware from client requirements through CAD modeling, 3D printing, assembly, testing, and final delivery. Prepared 3D-printable models, managed print orientation/support considerations, post-processed components, and iterated designs around strength, fitment, aesthetics, and assembly constraints. Integrated CAD-designed housings, embedded electronics, LEDs, displays, switches, wiring, batteries, and user-facing controls into functional prototypes. Managed concept development, design revisions, material sourcing, timelines, quality control, and client communication for one-off hardware builds.
Engineering Intern at San Tan Aviation
November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Performed avionics and circuit troubleshooting using multimeters and oscilloscopes, supporting testing, diagnostics, and documentation.
FOH Trainer at Chipotle Mexican Grill
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2026
Trained team members and maintained performance in a fast-paced customer-facing environment, strengthening communication and teamwork.

Education

BSE, Robotics Engineering at Arizona State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2029
Future Engineers at East Valley Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

CSWA (SolidWorks Certified Associate)
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
CSWP (SolidWorks Certified Professional)
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
CSWPA Surfacing Tools
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
CSWPA Drawing Tools
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
CSWE Mechanical Design Expert (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
CSWA Additive Manufacturing
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
Electrical Design Associate
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment