Luis Alejandro Cordoba-Reyes

MechE @ Boise State University

Obsessed with tackling and solving real-world software + hardware engineering challenges through mechanical design and manufacturing.

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Technical & Professional Skills

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Autodesk Inventor
• SOLIDWORKS
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
• Autodesk Nastran
• Autodesk Fusion
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Ansys Mechanical
• SimScale
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• SIMATIC 7
• TwinCAT 3
• Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)
• Python (Programming Language)
• C++ (Programming Language)
• Structured Query Language (SQL)

Fabrication & Shop Skills:

• Metal Fabrication
• MIG Welding
• TIG Welding
• Tool & Die
• Power Tools
• Tape + Caliper + Square
• CNC Lathe
• CNC Mill
• Bandsaws
• Hand Tools
• Grinders / Abrasive Cutters
• Tap & Die
• Laser Welding
• 3D Printing
• KUKA Industrial Robotics
• Fanuc Industrial Robotics
• Kawasaki Industrial Robotics
• Plasma Cutter
• Forklifts & Pallet Jacks

Industry Knowledge

• Industrial Automation
• Industry 4.0
• Root-Cause Analysis (RCA)
• 5S
• Geometric Dimansioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Design For Automation (DFA)
• MES
• Design For Manufacturing (DFM)
• Design For Assembly (DFA)
• ERP
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Human Machine Interface (HMI)
• SCADA
• Self-Pierced Riveting (SPR)
• Process Optimization (Manufacturing)
• Design Failure Mode Effects Anaysis (DFMEA)
• Single-Minute Exchange Of Die (SMED)
• Computer Vision Systems
• ASME Y14.5
• Lean Six Sigma
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Education & Extracurriculars

Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (Virginia Tech)
B.S. In Mechanical Engineering, Minor In Business Administration
August 2021 - December 2022Propulsion Controls & Modeling (PCM) Junior Engineer
Hybrid Electrical Vehicle Team (HEVT) @ Virginia Tech
Siemens NX · MATLAB · Simulink · 3D Printing · Rapid Prototyping · KiCAD · Power Tools · SOLIDWORKS · Bandsaws · CNC Mill · Automotive EngineeringUndergraduate Automotive Research Assistant
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI)
Python (Programming Language) · Machine Learning (ML) · Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) · Computer Vision Systems · PyCharm IDE · Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) · C++ (Programming Language)Boise State University
B.S. In Mechanical Engineering, Minor In Business Administration
January 2023 - December 2025Drivetrain, Chassis & Suspension Sub-Team Engineer
Boise State Broncos SAE Baja Racing Team
CNC Mill · MIG Welding · TIG Welding · Bandsaws · CNC Lathe · 3D Printing · Rapid Prototyping · Vehicle Dynamics · Finite Element Analysis (FEA) · Parts Sourcing · SOLIDWORKS · Ansys Mechanical · AutoDesk Inventor · SimScale

Certifications

University Of Michigan: AI For Mechanical Engineers
Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Large Language Models (LLMs) · Natural Language Processing (NLP) · PyTorch · Python (Programming Language) · Machine Learning (ML) · Linear Regression · CAD Design OptimizationIgnition 8.1 By Inductive Automation
Human Machine Interface (HMI) · User Experience (UX) · Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) · HTML5 · User Interface Design ·HMI Programming · Microsoft SQL Server · Industrial Automation · SQL · SCADA · Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) · Python (Programming Language) · Controls EngineeringTesla EHS: Control of Hazardous Energy
Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) · Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)Rivian EHS: Control of Hazardous Energy
Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) · Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)TwinCAT 3: I/O & PLC Programming
PLC Ladder Logic · PLC Programming · Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 · Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) · HMI Programming · Industrial Automation · Industrial Sensors · Human Machine Interface (HMI) · Controls Engineering

Professional Experience

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - Stamping Press S/3/X/Y
Tesla Motors, Inc. | Full-Time Internship | Fremont, CA
January 2025 - August 2025• Drove continuous improvement initiatives using 5S + Kaizen methodologies and lean manufacturing principles, incorporating real-time MES data analysis and tool performance metrics to optimize line efficiency, tooling design, ergonomics, and production quality.
• Conducted Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new manufacturing equipment, validating operational performance and leading cross-functional integration across controls, mechanical, and production engineering teams.
• Engineered custom manufacturing solutions such as electromechanical components, pumps, servo motors, AC/DC motors, conveyor systems, robotic palletizing systems, jigs and fixtures using AutoCAD, Inventor, 3D Printers, CNC Mills, CNC Lathes, and mechanical/electrical assembly knowledge to improve equipment capability and workplace safety compliance.Manufacturing Engineer - Emerging Technology, Body-In-White (BIW)
Rivian Automotive LLC | Full-Time Internship | Normal, IL
May 2023 - December 2023• Designed and implemented processes and equipment plans leveraging tools like MS Excel, Tecnomatix Process Simulate, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD to increase overall production capacity from 11.5 JPH (Jobs Per Hour) to 21.5 JPH in automated and semi-automated body shop manufacturing cells.
• Designed, programmed, and built multiple comprehensive SQL dashboards used for reporting real-time manufacturing outputs and critical manufacturing data on semi-automated stations to pinpoint bottlenecks and identify downtimes for automated processes.
• Took ownership of introducing jig / tooling fixture product design changes to the production line that were cleverly designed and fabricated to withstand hundreds of thousands of cycles throughout their manufacturing lifetime.

Key Projects:

Robotic Palletizer Systems
Contributed to the mechanical and electrical component re-design challenges of front-of-line (FOL) and end-of-line (EOL) robotic palletizer systems for automotive body parts and panels.Automated Body-In-White Manufacturing Cell Optimization
Collected and analyzed thousands of part cycle times using cameras to capture start/stop sequences for improving automotive body-side manufacturing cell production output.Automated Pallet Laser Measuring Stations
Took ownership of developing automated laser measuring manufacturing equipment using high-quality laser hardware.Fanuc Robotics Laser Engraving Systems
Took ownership of developing automated laser engraving work stations using a Fanuc M-20iB/25 Industrial Handling Robot. Integrated PLCs with Ignition SCADA Vision and Perspective modules for real-time manufacturing data.Komatsu Stamping Press Rotary Encoders
Designed and 3D printed Rotary Encoder Vibration-Dampeners to correct data-logging issues that resulted in Brake Test failures on Komatsu and Schuler Stamping Presses.Manufacturing Equipment, Tooling, Fixture, and Jig Design
Took ownership of various small to large scale manufacturing equipment design projects, such as pneumatic tooling carts, parts racks, 5S tool organizers, material-handling equipment, cranes, trolleys, carts, hoists, pulleys, Poka-Yoke components, tooling fixtures, part-nesting components, MIG welding equipment, safety equipment, etc.Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Programming
Took ownership and supported senior controls engineers with SCADA and HMI programming using Python and SQL to collect, analyze, sort, and filter manufacturing data for continuous improvement.Body-In-White (BIW) Joining Processes
Supported small to large scale projects with adhesive bonding (Sika) joining analysis. Performed manual MIG, TIG, spot, and laser welding path analysis on A-B-C-D pillars, chassis, inner/outer body components, battery-pack enclosures, and 'Skateboard Architecture' components.

My C30 Flatbed Pre-Runner Build is a fully custom off-road project that blends classic design with modern engineering. Based on a Chevy C30 squarebody platform, this build is being reimagined into a purpose-built Baja-style rig with a completely custom flatbed designed to handle extreme terrain and high-speed desert runs. The flatbed itself is engineered from the ground up, incorporating full swing toolboxes, integrated marker and sequential LEDs, and a rugged welded structure that eliminates unnecessary latches and hardware while maximizing strength and simplicity.Powering the build is a 6.0L LS engine, paired with a Bilstein suspension system and 35-inch mud terrain tires on steel wheels for uncompromising off-road capability. The truck will also feature a fully integrated roll cage, Baja fenders, and carefully detailed aesthetic touches such as Sierra and Chevy badging, blacked-out trim, and custom lighting pods. The cab will be finished in a refined grey tone inspired by reference builds, striking a balance between aggressive off-road presence and clean, modern styling.This project is a hands-on exercise in concepting, design, and fabrication that reflects my ability to take an ambitious idea through the full creative and engineering process. It’s a showcase of my passion for vehicles that not only perform but also tell a story of rugged innovation and purpose-built design.

The 6.6L Twin-Turbo V12 Diesel Concept Engine is one of my most ambitious engineering projects to date. Designed entirely from the ground up, this engine serves as both a technical study and a showcase of my skills in advanced CAD modeling, combustion design, and structural analysis. The configuration is a 60-degree V12, displacing 6.6 liters with 90 mm pistons, and it features a reentrant bowl piston design aimed at optimizing swirl, atomization, and combustion efficiency. I am building the model in Autodesk Inventor, using integrated FEA to validate stresses, heat transfer, and fatigue life, while developing the block and crankshaft as separate assemblies for print-ready mockups and further testing.

My inspiration for this project comes from the Audi 6.0L V12 TDI, a groundbreaking engine that proved a diesel V12 could combine immense torque with refined drivability. Taking cues from that iconic design, I set out to create a modern interpretation that emphasizes torque density, smooth operation, and modular design principles.The project is still in development, but progress is tangible. The first piston head prototype has already been modeled, complete with a reentrant bowl combustion chamber, and work is underway on the block and crankshaft assemblies. Material choices and durability considerations are being carefully studied to balance strength, manufacturability, and long-term reliability.For me, this project is about more than building an engine, it’s about proving that with the right mindset and tools, it’s possible to take on complex challenges that most wouldn’t attempt this early in their career. The 6.6L V12 Diesel Concept is a reflection of my passion for mechanical engineering and my vision for the future of high-performance diesel design.