Mechanical Engineering & Design
Sumaiya Dharsi
I'm a Junior at Northeastern studying Mechanical Engineering & Design passionate about creating human centered and innovative projects.
About
At Northeastern, I split my time between classes, art hobbies, clubs, and hands-on builds that use code, CAD, and prototyping.
Tools I’ve been using: SolidWorks, Arduino, C++, laser cutting, 3D Printing, and collaborative design workflows.
I’m currently looking for a Spring 2027 co-op as a Mechanical Engineering co-op, ideally somewhere I can design and prototype products.
Explore my work
Skills
CAD & Mechanics
SolidWorks
Laser Cutting
Rapid Prototyping
Arduino
3D Printing
Microsoft Suite
Programming Languages
C++
MATLAB
HTML
CSS
Collaboration
Team Projects
Communication
User Testing
Presentation
Resume
DegreeB.S. Mechanical Engineering & Design
GraduatingMay 2028 · GPA 3.3/4.00
Based inBoston, MA
SeekingSpring 2027 co-op
Experience
Mechanical Engineer Co-op
Jan–Jun 2026
10 Beauty · Burlington, MA
- Prototyped components for a robotic manicure machine using SolidWorks, collaborating with the engineering team to enhance consistency and reliability across design iterations.
- Performed force and viscosity testing on material samples, analyzing results to drive iterative design refinements for the next build.
- Presented testing results and design recommendations to the engineering team to guide prototype development priorities.
Office Assistant
Sep 2024–now
Northeastern University Dept. of Economics · Boston, MA
- Digitize and organize confidential student records to university data standards.
- Manage the front desk, assist visitors and maintain inventory.
Design Intern
Summer 2023
Digitech Printers · East Meadow, NY
- Produced custom apparel designs for 7+ clients using heat press and vinyl application techniques.
- Gained hands-on exposure to design workflow and production processes in a professional print environment.
Projects
MatchaBot
Spring 2026–now
Personal project
- Engineered an automated matcha whisking device that replicates the traditional chasen's zigzag motion, performing gear calculations and mechanical design to convert rotational motion into whisking action.
- Integrated 3D-printed mechanisms with an Arduino microcontroller to control motion and achieve smooth, froth-free matcha.
Flexir: Hand Physical Therapy Tool
Spring 2025
Cornerstone of Engineering
- Designed and prototyped a wearable rehabilitation device in SolidWorks with 3D-printed components, integrating Arduino sensors to track hand mobility and share progress data through MATLAB.
- Conducted and analyzed 10 hand-movement tests in MATLAB to validate sensor accuracy, refining functionality for at-home therapy use.
Wreck-It Ralph: Building Disaster
Fall 2024
Cornerstone of Engineering
- Developed an interactive educational game using C++, Arduino, and laser-cut components to introduce children to structural engineering concepts.
- Conducted user experience testing, gathering feedback to refine gameplay and improve learning outcomes.
- Gained practical prototyping and teamwork experience through collaborative, hands-on design.
Get in touch
Want to chat about a co-op or project? Reach out via email or LinkedIn. I’m happy to share work samples and iterate on ideas.