Jesus V. Hernandez-Reyes

Professional Summary

Mechanical Engineering student at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (expected May 2029) with a Minor in Computer Science and an Associate of Science in Engineering from South Texas College. I bring strong CAD and prototyping skills (SolidWorks, AutoDesk Fusion, 3D printing, microsoldering), solid engineering analysis experience and programming ability (Python, MATLAB, C++). I focus on integrating software and mechanical design to develop efficient, manufacturable solutions and rapid prototypes that solve real problems.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Expected Graduation: May 2029

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, TX

Minor: Computer Science
Institutional GPA: 4.0/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Thermodynamics, Materials, Engineering Statistics

Associate of Science in Engineering

Graduated: May 2025

South Texas College, McAllen, TX

Graduate of the Dual Enrollment Engineering Academy
Institutional GPA: 3.53/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Engineering Graphics, Physics, Dynamics, Electrical Circuits

Projects

Material Hardness Testing

February 2026

Technologies: Microhardness Testing, Excel

Conducted hardness testing on various materials using Shimadzu HMV-G21D Microhardness Tester
Recorded and analyzed data using Excel for reporting and comparison purposes
Produced a comprehensive memo detailing the hardness values and material properties

Custom Lego Pieces

October 2023 - December 2023

Technologies: SolidWorks, 3D Printing, Physical Measurement and Sketching

Recreated a lego set, and designed custom pieces to add onto the original set
Utilized SolidWorks to create precise 3D models and ensure proper fit
Printed and assembled the custom pieces for use in building projects

Technical Skills

CAD & Design

SolidWorks, AutoDesk Fusion, KiCAD

Programming

Python, MATLAB, C++

Other

Microsoft Office, Git, GitHub, Linux, Virtual Machines, Micro-soldering, 3D Printing