Ahmed Secen
University of Cincinnati
Mechanical Engineering Student
Hi! I'm a second year Mechanical Engineering student with experience in end-to-end product development. I've led multiple projects from ideation to deliverable prototypes, while working in every aspect of the design process. I am looking to work in the civil, automotive, energy, robotic, or aviation sectors. At SMC, I gained experience both in the design of pneumatic actuators and the manufacturing process by splitting my time there between the production floor and the engineering offices. I used a global Solidworks PDM system to collaborate with other engineers to create and modify existing actuator designs and shipped new product numbers with Infor Syteline. At Kinetic Vision, I have used Abaqus and LSDyna finite element analysis solvers to create simulations for clients, mainly in the consumer food and packaging industry.
Education
• University: University of Cincinnati
• Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science (BS)
• Expected Graduation: May 2030
• GPA: 3.62/4.00
• Relevant Coursework: Engineering Design Thinking II, Engineering Applications II, Calculus II, Physics I
Experience
- Aug 2026 - Present
Simulation Engineering Co-op
Kinetic Vision - Cincinnati, OH
- • Creating finite element simulations of consumer products with LS-DYNA and Abaqus solvers.
- May 2026 - Aug 2026
Actuator Engineering Intern
SMC - Noblesville, IN
- • Performed root cause analysis and repair of pneumatic cylinders across 10+ product lines, supporting product reliability and customer issue resolution.
- • Led the design of custom pneumatic actuators for customer-specific applications in SolidWorks, generating manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and cost estimates for production release.
- • Utilized SolidWorks PDM to manage CAD models, maintain revision control, and ensure documentation accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.
- • Generated and released 5+ new production part numbers in Aras Innovator PLM based on customer-driven design modifications and requirements.
- • Collaborated with lead engineers to standardize and migrate 500+ legacy part numbers using Infor SyteLine and Tacton, improving product data management efficiency.
- • Obtained Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) certification.
- Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
CAD Designer
Beltways - Affiliated
- • Used Autodesk Fusion 360 to model a prototype wind turbine system, focusing on structural integration and load distribution.
- • Designed and iterated on turbine components (blades, hub, housing) using parametric modeling to improve manufacturability and efficiency.
- • Generated detailed part and assembly drawings with dimensions, tolerances, and annotations for fabrication and review.
Projects
- Jul 2024 - Sep 2025
Contentful.AI
Next.js, React, Supabase, Clerk
- • Built a full-stack web app to transform long-form articles into platform-optimized social media posts using integrated AI models.
- • Implemented Clerk OAuth for authentication and Supabase for user data management.
- Aug 2024 - May 2025
HotSeat
Python, React, Raspberry Pi, 3D Printing
- • Developed a real-time web interface with Raspberry Pi to display library occupancy with ±3 person accuracy via OpenAI Vision analysis.
- • Designed and 3D-printed wall-mounted circuit board and camera housing assemblies.
Skills
• Programming: Python, TypeScript, MATLAB
• CAD & Simulation: HyperMesh, CATIA, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Blender, Revit, Fusion 360, LS-DYNA, Abaqus
• PLM & Data: SolidWorks PDM, Aras Innovator, Infor SyteLine, Tacton
Licenses & Certifications
• Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
Awards
- Dean’s ListFall 2025
University of Cincinnati
- Design Competition Winner, Architectural Engineering InstituteOct. 2025
University of Cincinnati