Minjae Kim

Bridging physical design and software intelligence

Education

Purdue University

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Core Skills

CATIA V6, Siemens NX, Python, Next.js

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Minjae Kim - Mechanical Engineering student and CAD designer

Projects

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Proppi AI Assistant
Next.js Agentic RAG SymPy

Proppi STEM Agent

The AI that learns your field's style, calculates with precision, and speaks your subject's language with zero guesswork.

Focus: Agentic RAG, Style Extraction & Exact Citations
Tesla Piezo
CATIA V6 First Principles Analysis Design Automation

Piezo Sensor Protection Cap

Designed and validated a waterproof sensor protection cap for vehicle durability testing.

Impact: 100% Protection Rate
Tesla Torque Graph
Python Pandas GUI

Torque Data Processor

Built an automation tool for torque-to-failure data acquisition. Deployed to Reno, Berlin, and Shanghai.

Impact: Saved 30+ Mins Per Joint Globally
ZF Connector
PTC Creo GD&T 3D Printing

ReAX Transport Fixtures

Modeled damage-prevention connectors for international transportation to Germany and China.

Impact: Eliminated Shipping Damage
Racing Wing
SolidWorks ANSYS CFD Composites

Formula SAE Aerodynamics

Modeled front/rear wings and optimized downforce using ANSYS CFD.

Impact: 30% Drag Reduction
Stirling Engine
Siemens NX Machining GD&T

Pipsqueak Stirling Engine

Fully functional engine assembly on a custom pirate ship model. 260 hours of modeling.

Focus: Mechanism Design & Machining
Pagani Wheel
Siemens NX Class-A Surfacing Reverse Engineering

Pagani Huayra Components

Modeled complex wheel spokes and exhaust manifold based on the Pagani Huayra Roadster.

Focus: Advanced Surface Modeling
Roundabout Model
MATLAB C Systems Engineering

Campus Mobility Roundabout

Automated traffic system using ultrasonic sensors and logic control.

Focus: Logic Control Systems

Experience

Advanced Multiscale Manufacturing Lab

Undergraduate Researcher

Present

Tesla

Materials Engineering Intern

  • Designed and modeled water-sealing piezo sensor caps in CATIA, achieving 100% protection of data acquisition systems during vehicle testing
  • Developed Python-based torque data analysis automation tool distributed across multiple Tesla Gigafactories for in-line testing, saving 10+ hours per joint
2025

ZF Group

Mechanical Engineering Intern

  • Automated lab test data processing with VBA and Python, reducing analysis time by 30% and standardizing reports
  • Designed and modeled 5+ essential lab equipment components in Creo, streamlining daily testing workflow
  • Collaborated with 10+ engineers and technicians to execute performance testing on EPS and steering column systems
2025

Purdue Electric Racing

Aerodynamics Engineer

  • CAD & CFD for car's aero package components and molds
  • Analyzed data and utilized ANSYS for designing and simulating the optimal rear wing
2024

Let's build together.

Diving deep into design automation and rigorous testing.
Always open to discussing challenges or new opportunities.