Hi, I’m Sathwik, a Senior at Northern Illinois University majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I am eager and motivated to learn and adopt new skills and make an impact on a team !
Education
Northern Illinois University — B.S. Mechanical Engineering (Expected May 2026)
Skills
- Python
- MATLAB
- C++
- SolidWorks
- Inventor
- MS Excel
- CAD Modeling
Work Experience
- Engineering Intern — J.A. Watts Inc., Lisle, IL (June 2025 – Present): Supported Illinois Tollway program management through design review, budget analysis, and documentation tracking.
- Field Engineering Intern — Illinois Department of Transportation, Rockford, IL (June 2024 – August 2024): Reviewed project specifications, performed bridge and roadway inspections, and compiled compliance reports.
- Executive Board Secretary — Delta Chi Fraternity, NIU (Jan 2023 – Dec 2023): Managed records, implemented tech-based communication systems, and received the 2023 Marge Lee Outstanding ‘C’ Award.
Project Experience
- NIU SuperMileage Team Leader (Oct 2022 – Sept 2023): Designed and optimized miniature fuel-efficient car components in SolidWorks; integrated physics and statics to reduce drag.
- Excel Reporting Automation: Built custom Excel trackers for RFIs, submittals, and milestones to streamline project management workflows at J.A. Watts Inc.
- Structural Analysis Support: Assisted in beam and stress modeling for bridge inspections under senior engineers at IDOT.