Hello, I'm Ethan!
I'm a fifth year mechanical engineering student
mechatronic, aviation, & tech enthusiast
& ambitious optimist
I'm a fifth year mechanical engineering student
mechatronic, aviation, & tech enthusiast
& ambitious optimist
One of my digital art pieces - "Striving beyond the norm"
Awarded the Kieran Hayden Memorial Award in Mechanical Engineering
Awarded the University of Alberta Platinum Transfer Award
Managed and executed over $500K worth of cathodic protection initiatives, protecting over hundreds of underground steel assets through the strategic installation of test stations, anodes, and rectifiers across diverse communities, adhering to rigorous cathodic protection standards.
Analyzed and prioritized recovery efforts for infrastructure damaged in the Jasper forest fire, quickly identifying high-risk areas to prevent potential fire or explosion risks, thereby streamlining recovery and expansion projects for operational and engineering teams.
Oversaw comprehensive data analysis of thousands of as-built drawings from the 1960s-2000s to pinpoint crucial information on pipe materials and connectors, employing VBA and Power BI for data highlighting and effective visualization, enhancing asset management and project planning.
Directed integrity design reviews and environmental due diligence for multiple pipeline projects, enhancing project outcomes by ensuring compliance with integrity and environmental standards, thereby minimizing project risks and securing necessary permits and approvals.
Spearheaded the installation of advanced corrosion monitoring systems, specializing in coupon test stations, to provide accurate, remote corrosion data, enabling proactive maintenance strategies and enhancing the long-term integrity of pipeline systems.
Acted as project manager for ATCO’s Isolated Steel Service Program for eight months, instituting comprehensive lifecycle tests such as soil resistivity and pipe-to-soil potential assessments, which safeguarded infrastructure integrity and conformed to updated regulatory requirements.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement automated reporting systems using SQL queries, leading to a 30% improvement in report generation efficiency.
Developed and optimized workflows on SharePoint using Power BI, enhancing data accessibility and collaboration across departments.
Designed SQL-based workflows to automate data processing tasks, significantly reducing manual input and improving overall data quality.
Enhanced data integrity by integrating validation protocols within SharePoint workflows, minimizing errors in customer and financial datasets.
Streamlined the management of live down-well data by creating efficient workflows that ensured timely updates and accurate reporting.
"Believe it or not, I can use a screwdriver correctly"
Pyschologial First Aid - Caring for Other - Canadian Red Cross - January 2024
Ground Disturbance Level 1 - Danatec - December 2023
Aerospace Engineering: Aircraft Fundamentals and Advanced - Udemy - March 2023
Catia V5 Beginner to Advance - Automotive and Industrial - Udemy - March 2023
Interplanetary Spacecraft and Satellite Engineering - Udemy - March 2023
PROFFESSIONAL Mechanical Design Solidworks Certificate - Dassault Systèmes - March 2023
Catia V5 Beginner to Advanced - Automative and Industrial - Udemy - March 2023
Respiratory Protective Equipment - University of Alberta – June 2022
WHMIS 2022 Certificate - University of Alberta - May 2022
CSTS 2020 Certificate - Alberta Construction Safety Association - Sep 2021
University of Alberta Platinum Transfer Award - University of Alberta Award (2024)
Kieran Hayden Memorial Award in Mechanical Engineering - University of Alberta Award (2023)
Structural & Chassis Award - Canadian Hyperloop Conference (2023)
1st Place Senior Design – University of Alberta Engineering Competition (2022)
Mechanical Award – Canadian Hyperloop Conference (2022)
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship – Alberta Scholarship (2020)
Honor's Lifetime Society - Western Canada High School (2020)
Judges' Award – FIRST Robotics Competition (2020)
Industrial Design Award - GM – FIRST Robotics Competition (2018)
Quality Award - Motorola Solutions – FIRST Robotics Competition (2019)
Spearheaded the engagement strategy for the 2023 University of Alberta Engineering Competition, breaking attendance records and achieving a 25% increase in participants. This initiative amplified the competition's reputation as a cornerstone event in the engineering community.
Led sponsorship efforts, securing significant industry support by unlocking thousands in funding and recruiting 15+ judges from prominent engineering firms, bolstering the event’s credibility and organization.
Assisted in the 2024 University of Alberta Engineering Competition planning, leveraging insights from past successes to improve event logistics and participant engagement.
Contributed to the 2023 debut of the Albertaloop Mechatronics Competition, introducing an innovative platform for students to showcase their engineering and automation skills.
Managed logistics for winners advancing to the 2024 Western Engineering Competition, serving as head delegate representing the University of Alberta and gathering strategic insights to enhance future competitions.
Assisted as a volunteer for the senior design category at the 2024 Canadian Engineering Competition, helping facilitate smooth event operations while gaining firsthand experience in national-level competition coordination.
Established a comprehensive feedback system, gathering insights from 100+ participants to analyze event strengths and implement changes for future competitions, ensuring the event remains responsive to student and industry needs.
Collaborated with university departments and external media outlets to promote the competition, resulting in increased media coverage and engagement from local and national engineering communities.
Played a pivotal role in the design of hyperloop pod prototypes, incorporating advanced braking and suspension systems that enabled the pod to reach speeds of up to 100 km/h on a 100m test track, contributing to the team’s success in securing several awards.
Contributed to Albertaloop’s victories in the Mechanical Award (2022), Structural & Chassis Award (2023), and Complete Pod Award (2024) at the Canadian Hyperloop Conference (2022-2023), now called the Hyperloop Global Conference (2024).
Engaged with APEGA to promote engineering inclusion and foster a culture of innovation through collaborations and outreach programs, helping to shape the next generation of engineers with an emphasis on diversity in the field.
Collaborated with a team of 10 students to design sub-systems using SOLIDWORKS, performing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to optimize structural performance and ensure safety at high speeds.
Innovated in carbon fiber manufacturing, developing lightweight components that resulted in a 15% weight reduction, setting new standards for material efficiency and durability.
Led a public outreach campaign to educate students and the community on hyperloop technology, organizing workshops and demonstrations that sparked interest and attracted new team members.
Implemented a comprehensive testing protocol for hyperloop pod components, ensuring rigorous performance checks in temperature-controlled environments, improving the reliability of the pod’s performance under diverse conditions.
Conducted research on compliant solar panel deployment mechanisms for the EX-ALTA 3 satellite, crucial for its Arctic glacier observation mission. This work directly supports environmental monitoring and satellite performance in harsh conditions.
Overhauled the AlbertaSAT SolidWorks templates and file management system, streamlining workflows for current and future mechanical designs. Engaged in outreach efforts to increase project visibility and collaboration.
Participated in interdisciplinary brainstorming sessions with electrical and software teams to ensure seamless integration of the solar panel deployment mechanism, improving system reliability for the EX-ALTA 3 mission.
Assisted in grant-writing efforts, securing additional funding that led to the acquisition of new resources and testing equipment, advancing research and development for future CubeSat missions.
Actively moderate the largest engineering social server for students at the University of Alberta, managing a community of 1000+ members. Ensure a welcoming environment where students can seek advice, connect, and collaborate.
Hosted game nights and movie nights, fostering community engagement and creating stress-relief activities for engineering students, encouraging participation in casual, fun events to balance academic pressure.
Created and led mental health discussions and wellness check-ins, providing support to students experiencing stress or burnout, and helping to normalize conversations around mental health within the engineering community.
Developed a set of learning strategies and study tips tailored to different engineering courses, helping students improve academic performance through proven methods like Pomodoro techniques, group study sessions, and note-taking workshops.
Partnered with student organizations to cross-promote events and foster collaboration between various engineering-related groups, driving awareness of workshops, competitions, and academic resources available to students.