Ethan Van As

Driven Graduate Mechanical Engineer with a commitment to excellence. Quick Learning with a proficiency in SolidWorks and Python data processing. A dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Engineering Intern at Arlec Engineering Works (Jan 2021 - Apr 2021)

•  Studied pressure vessel design codes, manufacturing processes and quality assurance procedures.
•  Aided in permitting activities to support compliance with necessary regulatory and legal requirements of ongoing projects
• Read and interpreted X-Ray and other NDT reports, mechanical drawings and parts lists. 
• Completed assignments across several simultaneous projects between multiple departments while maintaining exceptional quality of work.

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

University of Pretoria (2017-2021)

Degree average: 70% 

Final Year Research Project : 87%

Enhancing Concentrating Solar Power through Boiling on 3D Printed Copper Foam Structures

• Researched improving the performance of heat transfer into solar water boilers using a novel 3D printing technique involving innovative copper-polymer filament for 3D printing. 
• Designed, manufactured and experimentally tested several 3D printed copper enhanced structures pool boiling performance 
• Generated intricate CAD models in SolidWorks for 3D printing
• Handled large quantities of data processing in MS Excel and Python.