AutoCAD
#1 Ranked Eng Project Winner | CAD Pro (AutoCAD/SW) | Ethiopia
Heldana Wendsen
Mechanical Engineer
Harar
Summary
Dynamic Machine Design Intern with hands-on experience at Hamaressa Edible Oil Share Company, proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Recognized for outstanding teamwork and problem-solving while leading the development of a low-cost Braille embossing printer for Ethiopian script — enhancing accessibility for visually impaired users. Committed to innovative, human-centered design and clear communication in engineering projects
Overview
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Machine Design Intern @ Hamaresa | AutoCAD/SW | DFM Principles
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Innovator in assistive tech | Award-winning eng. | CAD Designer
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Eng designing for Ethiopia’s needs | Award winner | AutoCAD/SW
Work History
Machine Design Intern (2D & 3D)
Hamaressa Edible Oil Share Company
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Designed and modified machine components using 2D drafting and 3D modeling tools to support production line efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineers to translate technical requirements into CAD drawings for manufacturing.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical design issues and proposed minor improvements for assembly processes.
- Gained hands-on experience with industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks*) and manufacturing workflows.
- Developed attention to detail, technical documentation skills, and understanding of design-for-manufacturing principles.
Lead Designer & Project Team Member — Braille Prin
Jimma University - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of JIT
06.2025 - 2025
- Led the mechanical design and development of a low-cost, modular Braille embossing printer tailored for Ethiopian script, addressing accessibility gaps for visually impaired users.
- Collaborated with a 4-member interdisciplinary team to prototype, test, and present the final product to faculty and industry judges.
- Applied 2D/3D CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks/AutoCAD), design-for-manufacturing principles, and iterative prototyping.
- Awarded “Outstanding Performance & Valuable Contribution to Team” certificate and ranked #1 Best Project of the Year at faculty level.
- Delivered final presentation to 50+ attendees, including professors and industry partners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Jimma University
Jimma, Ethiopia 05.2001 -
Skills
Machine Design (2D & 3D CAD) — AutoCAD, SolidWorks
Accomplishments
1st Place — Best Final Year Project: “Low-Cost Modular Braille Printer for Ethiopian Script”
Jimma University, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering | Jun 2025
- Led mechanical design team; awarded “Certificate of Outstanding Contribution.”
- Designed for accessibility, affordability, and local manufacturability.
Software
SolidWorks
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Certification
Certificate of Merit for Academic Excellence
Timeline
Lead Designer & Project Team Member — Braille Prin
Jimma University - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of JIT
06.2025 - 2025
Machine Design Intern (2D & 3D)
Hamaressa Edible Oil Share Company
02.2024 - 06.2024
Certificate of Merit for Academic Excellence
01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Jimma University
05.2001 -
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