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Torin Lam
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EDUCATION
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Queen’s University
Bachelor of Applied Science – BASc, Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering (Co-op Program) 2021-2026
Cumulative GPA: 3.88 (90%)
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Mechanical Design Team Lead
Queen’s RoboMaster Design Team 09/2025 – Present
· Led mechanical sub team to design and prototype critical robotic components, including the turret, loading system, chassis, and actuator mounts, using an iterative process with Onshape; manufactured parts with 3D printing, carbon fiber, and aluminum, optimizing performance for a global DJI combat competition
· Collaborated closely with the electrical and software teams to align mechanical designs with system-wide requirements, achieving seamless integration of components
Humanoid Robotics Engineering Intern
Sarcomere Dynamics 5/2025 – 9/2025
· Designed and developed the robotic fingers for the world’s most advanced humanoid robotic hand in the world, the Artus Dex
· Engineered a 4-joint articulated finger system with integrated force sensing at the fingertip and magnetic angle encoders on each joint for high-fidelity feedback and control while keeping human finger form factor
· Developed custom PCB designs to support onboard sensor integration within compact, joint-level enclosures
Manufacturing Test Engineering Intern
Hexagon Autonomy and Positioning 10/2024 – 5/2025
· Spearheaded the design and development of an autonomous drone by integrating Hexagon (Novatel) products, resulting in a scalable testing platform for advanced research
· Designed and validated test fixture designs using CAD software and rapid prototyping techniques, improving product testing reliability and reducing errors during assembly
· Developed custom PCBs in Altium to enhance functionality and efficiency of a key test fixture; currently coordinating with manufacturers to produce and validate the boards
· Programmed automated test fixtures using C# and C++ to streamline testing workflows and improve accuracy in quality control
Manufacturing Automation Engineering Intern
Hexagon Autonomy and Positioning 05/2024 – 10/2024
· Engineered and 3D-printed customized jigs and tools using Creo, reducing assembly errors by 15% and enhancing overall production efficiency
· Automated repetitive engineering tasks, including equipment calibration and data processing, by developing Python scripts, reducing task completion time by 90% and boosting team productivity
· Applied lean manufacturing principles, including 8D problem solving, Six Sigma methodologies, Pareto analysis, and Cpk analysis, to identify production bottlenecks and increase yield to over 98%
Robotics and AI Research Assistant
Canadian Robotics and AI Ethical Design Lab 05/2023 - 08/2023
· Developed advanced control and perception algorithms including PID controllers for precision navigation and Python-based object detection and line-following systems, enhancing robot autonomy for research purposes
· Analyzed and optimized software variables in autonomous driving simulations to model ethically complex scenarios, contributing to safer and more responsible AI system design
· Research project adopted by University of Ottawa’s DTI 5310 course, facilitating student debates on ethical dilemmas in robotics and AI design, bridging technical innovations with societal impacts
Hardware Engineering Team member
Queen’s Autodrive Design team 09/2021 - 05/2023
· Developed 3D CAD (Solidworks) designs for mounting solutions of Lidar sensors and user feedback lights
· Integrated hardware modules and components as a complete system on an electric car
SKILLS
Hardware:
OnShape
SolidWorks
Creo
Fusion 360
3D printing
Designing for manufacturing
Software:
C/C++
Python
Java
MATLAB
LaTeX
ROS/ROS2
Electronics:
Raspberry Pi
Arduino
Altium Designer
Electrical Assembly
Soldering