Mercy Mwangi
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Final year Mechanical Engineering student committed to excellence in precision machining, mechanical design, and process optimization. Demonstrates strong experience in CNC lathe operations and engineering design, acquired through comprehensive academic coursework and hands on industrial training. Represented Kenya in an international engineering challenge, showcasing technical creativity and adept problem solving skills on a global stage. Eager to leverage practical knowledge and collaborative teamwork abilities in a professional attachment program to drive innovative solutions and contribute effectively to engineering projects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Trainee
ATC Program by AVIC International
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Employed concepts of mechanical precision control systems alongside material selection in project implementation.
- Engineered and machined precision components through lathe technology, meeting both time and accuracy demands.
- Strengthened problem solving and communication competencies through cross-cultural partnerships.
Industrial Trainee
IBL - Advanced Mechanical Centre
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Strengthened CNC lathe machining expertise via targeted training and application
- Acquired insights into engineering workshop practices documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Aided engineers in conducting machine maintenance diagnostics and streamlining process efficiencies.
- Compiled reports and papers tailored for diverse technical user levels.
Sales and Marketing Associate
Asili Atelier
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Conducted market research to assess customer needs and preferences.
- Built and maintained client relationships with 50+ clients, demonstrating strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Conducted physical sales, engaging directly with 40+ customers to explain our products to them.
Education
High School Diploma -
Precious Blood Riruta Secondary School
Riruta, Nairobi01-2021
Skills
- Mechanical Design & Manufacturing:
- CNC Lathe Machining and programming, AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS, Fusion 360 and Abaqus,Mechanical systems design,Technical drawing and interpretation
- Programming & Simulation:
- PLC programming, MATLAB, CNC Lathe Programming, C
- General Skills:
- Microsoft Excel and Word,Canva Design
- Team collaboration and communication,Professional ethics,Organizational skills and Analytical skills
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Industrial Trainee
ATC Program by AVIC International
07.2025 - 09.2025
Industrial Trainee
IBL - Advanced Mechanical Centre
06.2024 - 09.2024
Sales and Marketing Associate
Asili Atelier
10.2023 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Precious Blood Riruta Secondary School
Projects
CAE BASED REDESIGN AND OPTIMIZATION OF THE LISTER PH2W DIESEL ENGINE PISTON 2025-Ongoing
- Modeled and analyzed an internal combustion engine piston using CAD and ANSYS (FEA).
- Applied MATLAB-based thermodynamic modeling to simulate in-cylinder pressure and heat input.
- Evaluated temperature distribution, heat flux, and stress across piston components.
- Identified critical stress regions and proposed design improvements for enhanced durability and performance.
Water Treatment System Design & Performance Evaluation 2024-Ongoing
- Designed a multi-stage water treatment system including filtration, desalination and pumping units.
- Analyzed flow rates, pressure distribution, and system efficiency under operating conditions.
- Developed inspection checklists for pumps and system components to ensure reliability.
- Implemented safety procedures for operation and maintenance of treatment components.
- The project is currently under trial in a primary school in Kajiado.
Vibration Analysis of Mechanical System Using MATLAB
- Modeled a mechanical system as a mass-spring-damper to analyze dynamic response.
- Determined natural frequencies, damping ratios, and resonance conditions.
- Simulated system behavior under varying excitation forces using MATLAB.