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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.

LocationBoston, MA
EmailDharsi.s@northeastern.edu
Phone(407) 818-0131
LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/sumaiyadharsi

Explore my work

Skills

CAD & Mechanics

Programming Languages

Collaboration

Resume

DegreeB.S. Mechanical Engineering & Design
GraduatingMay 2028 · GPA 3.5/4.00
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, enhancing consistency and reliability. Performed force and viscosity testing on material samples to inform design improvements for the next build iteration

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.

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

Wearable rehabilitation device in SolidWorks with 3D-printed components and Arduino sensors; 10 hand-movement tests analyzed in MATLAB to validate sensor accuracy.

Wreck-It Ralph: Building Disaster Fall 2024
Cornerstone of Engineering

Interactive educational game using C++, Arduino and laser-cut components to introduce children to structural engineering concepts, refined through user experience testing.

ProgrammingC++, HTML, CSS, MATLAB
CAD & MechanicsSolidWorks, Arduino, 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Microsoft Suite
CourseworkCornerstone of Engineering 1 & 2, Statics, Designing Interactive Experiences
AssociationsSociety of Women Engineers, Undergraduate South Asian Organization, Islamic Society (ISNU)
LanguagesEnglish (native), Chinese (conversational), Gujarati (elementary)
InterestsPainting, Volleyball, Soccer, Pottery
PreviouslyLake Highland Preparatory School, Orlando, FL — High School Diploma, May 2024, GPA 4.20/4.00

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.