About Me
I'm a recent Applied Mathematics graduate at UC Berkeley with a focus on Classical Mechanics. In addition, I have a minor in Mechanical Engineering and also dabbled in philosophy, data science, and history. I believe my dual background provides me with strong fundamentals and a detail-oriented way of thinking that doesn't forget the bigger picture.
Email: edwardhe7@berkeley.edu
Linkedin: in/edwardzhe
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Education
2019 - 2023
University of California, Berkeley
GPA: 3.41
Relevant math coursework: Complex Analysis, Real Analysis, Ordinary Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Data Science
Relevant ME coursework: Statics, 3D Modeling & Design, Thermodynamics, Engineering Materials, Internet of Things, Mechatronics, Finite Element Methods
Other coursework: Analytic (Classical) Mechanics, Data Science
2015 - 2019
Piedmont High School
GPA: 4.35 (Weighted)
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Skills
Technical: CAD (Solidworks, 3DExperience), FEA, GD&T, Shop training (lathe, mill, 3D printer, woodshop equipment)
Other: Python, MATLAB, VBA, Photoshop, Premiere
Hobbies: Drawing, Camping & Hiking, Guitar, Nature Photography
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Experience
2022
Tesla Inc.
Co-Op for Fall 2022. Managed and developed a parametric CAD generator that automatically creates a custom stator model from motor entity files using a combination of MATLAB scripts and SolidWorks macros.
Designed and improved tooling for all stages of prototype motor assembly as well as testing for Project Optimus (Tesla Bot).
Developed and assembled a prototype Model 3/Y bar-wound traction motor along with a custom drive unit housing, rotor shaft, and stator stack. Winding geometry and overall design were optimized using the parametric CAD model.
2020 - 2023
Berkeley Formula Racing
Head of the Vehicle Dynamics for UC Berkeley's internal combustion FSAE team. In charge of suspension kinematics design, static and dynamic car testing, and overall design direction of the car to maximize performance. Particular attention given tires, kinematics, car handling, and driver feel.
Developed LapSim, a software that calculates vehicle performance based off a variety of parameters. Also managed testing and tuning the current car and developing new suspension geometry for future cars.
Collected and analyzed sensor data from testing for validation, characterization, and iterative design purposes. Managed both static testing (compliances, suspension behavior, etc.) and dynamic testing.
Accomplishments: Two-time design finalists (2022, 2023), 4th/60 in skidpad (2022), 2nd/120 in autocross (2023), 1st/8 in SoCal Shootout mini-competition (2023).
2017 - 2019
Zenith Robotics
Served as technical lead for FTC team 12962 and also helped drive the robot.
2012 - 2019
Boy Scouts of America
Eagle Scout rank in 2018.
Lodge Chief for Piedmont Council Order of the Arrow.
Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, and several other leadership positions.