Engineering Journey
FROM ROBOTICS TO DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS, HERE'S HOW I'VE EVOLVED AS AN ENGINEER, SOLVING COMPLEX TECHNICAL CHALLENGES AND BUILDING SYSTEMS THAT SCALE.
Founder / Automation & AI Engineer
- Founded and lead a productised automation & AI consultancy delivering scalable digital systems for small and mid-sized businesses.
- Designed and deployed automation systems integrating APIs, databases, workflows, and AI — reducing manual operational workload by up to 40%.
- Built internal tools and AI assistants with a strong focus on reliability, maintainability, and real-world usability.
- Owned solutions end-to-end: discovery, requirements, feasibility analysis, prioritisation, delivery, and post-implementation optimisation.
Engineer Intern / AI Engineer
- Spearheaded DelaconAI — a suite of AI product concepts for automation & analytics.
- Built an in-house support assistant using DeepSeek R1 + Llama 3.2 to reduce search time and improve operational efficiency.
- Worked directly with the CEO, tech leads, and account managers to align AI roadmaps with business goals.
- Proposed AI web-chat tracking for improved customer insight.
Operations Engineer
- Built bespoke data systems in Notion and task frameworks in ClickUp; improved productivity by ~15%.
- Created Unity simulations (C#/C++) to support engineering/operations scenarios.
- Delivered executive-level technical insights and conducted tool training for cross-functional adoption.
- Collaborated closely with C-suite leadership on strategic initiatives and organizational challenges.
B.E. (Hons) — Mechatronic Engineering
- Core studies across mechanics, electronics, control, and software with a strong emphasis on practical design and system integration.
- Hands-on projects in autonomous robotics, embedded C, sensor fusion, and feedback control using MATLAB/Simulink and ROS.
- Modeled robot kinematics/dynamics (DH parameters), implemented state machines, and validated systems via simulation + bench tests.
- Applied CAD for precision design and manufacturing readiness (CREO, tolerance and fit analysis, CNC workflows).
University Projects
SELECTED WORK FROM MY B.E. (HONS) MECHATRONICS AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY.
Digital Dexterity — Universal Robotic Arm Control
- Developed universal control algorithm for robotic arms up to 6 degrees of freedom using MATLAB and Robotics Toolbox.
- Implemented forward/inverse kinematics with Denavit-Hartenberg parameters for precise spatial manipulation.
- Created comprehensive simulation environment with 3D visualization, texture mapping, and real-time animation.
- Designed modular framework adaptable to lower DOF configurations for cross-platform metaverse integration.
- Conducted extensive literature review on virtual robotics, haptic feedback, and metaverse automation systems.
- Achieved successful brick-stacking simulation demonstrating precise pick-and-place operations with dual gripper system.
Comprehensive thesis project developing universal robotic control framework for metaverse applications with full simulation validation.
Thesis Details
Supervisor: Dr Ann Lee
University: Macquarie University
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Mechatronics
Key Achievements:
- Successfully simulated 6-DOF robotic arm with linear rail and dual gripper system
- Implemented complete forward and inverse kinematics solutions using DH parameters
- Created modular code architecture adaptable to 1-6 DOF configurations
- Developed comprehensive 3D visualization with texture mapping and real-time animation
- Conducted extensive literature review covering 65+ academic sources on metaverse robotics
The Role of Mechatronics Engineers in the Metaverse
- Researched how mechatronics engineers can shape the metaverse through robotics, automation, haptic feedback, and control systems.
- Explored the digitalisation of real-world experiences into virtual spaces and the development of metaverse-integrated smart home systems.
- Created a conceptual system blueprint for immersive environments, integrating VR, AR, AI, blockchain, and IoT.
Academic thesis exploring how mechatronic engineers can contribute to building immersive, interactive metaverse systems.
Thesis Details
Supervisor: Dr Ann Lee
University: Macquarie University
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Mechatronics
Key Achievements:
- Conducted comprehensive literature review on metaverse technologies and engineering applications
- Identified five key areas where mechatronic engineers can contribute: virtual robotics, automation, haptic feedback, control systems, and simulation
- Explored digitalization of real-world experiences for metaverse integration
- Researched metaverse-integrated smart home systems and mixed reality applications
- Developed conceptual framework for the seven layers of metaverse architecture
VizBot — Autonomous Robot with CV & ROS
- Raspberry Pi vision + Arduino motor control; OpenCV object detection; ROS teleop & live camera stream.
- Custom 3D-printed mounts; two-wheel drive chassis; modular sensor integration.
Low-cost autonomous navigation with real-time vision.
Robotic System for a Loading Dock
- Autonomous delivery car (Pixy2 line following) hands off to a pick-and-place servo arm.
- Ultrasonic presence detection; state-machine coordination for reliable pick & drop.
Two-subsystem synergy: navigation + precise manipulation.
MQ-ATS — Autonomous Monorail Transit Prototype
- 6m rail, 3 stations, Bluetooth control; accel + colour sensors; emergency stop logic.
- Designed for maintainability and < $100 material budget.
Budget-constrained, sensor-rich transit prototype.
Automated Laptop Docking Station
- Proximity-sensed auto cable engage/eject; servo actuation; custom wiring board.
- High-tolerance 3D-printed parts; minimal L-frame footprint.
Hands-free cable management.
MX Master 3 — Precision 3D CAD Reconstruction
- Full multi-part model in CREO; tolerance & fit analysis; CNC files and renders.
Parametric modeling and manufacturability.
Univative 2021 — Industry Consulting Challenge
- Discovery → requirements → data-driven process improvements; exec-ready roadmap; stakeholder presentation.
- Collaborated with HCLTech and WaterNSW on innovative solutions, winning the competition with a 3D dam simulation in Unity.
Industry-focused consulting challenge with real stakeholders.
Macquarie Incubator — Startup Pitch & MVP
- Customer research; MVP prototype; testing + iteration; mentor/judges feedback incorporation.
- Won 'Best Team Pitch' and 'People's Choice' awards, recognized for 'Most Appealing Idea' in the 2021 Pitch Competition.
Waste management solution with award-winning pitch.
Technical Expertise
Core technologies and methodologies I leverage to build robust engineering solutions.
AI & Machine Learning
BUILDING INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS WITH LLMS, RAG ARCHITECTURES, AND VECTOR DATABASES FOR REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS.
Robotics & Automation
DESIGNING AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS FROM CONCEPT TO DEPLOYMENT USING ROS, COMPUTER VISION, AND EMBEDDED CONTROL.
Software Engineering
FULL-STACK DEVELOPMENT WITH MODERN FRAMEWORKS, DATABASE DESIGN, AND SCALABLE SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE.
Embedded Systems
MICROCONTROLLER PROGRAMMING, CIRCUIT DESIGN, AND HARDWARE-SOFTWARE INTEGRATION FOR IOT SOLUTIONS.
CAD & Design
PRECISION 3D MODELING, MECHANICAL DESIGN, AND MANUFACTURING PREPARATION USING INDUSTRY-STANDARD TOOLS.
Operations & Management
PROCESS OPTIMIZATION, WORKFLOW AUTOMATION, AND CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAM LEADERSHIP IN TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENTS.
Simulation & Modeling
CREATING VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENTS AND MATHEMATICAL MODELS FOR SYSTEM VALIDATION AND OPTIMIZATION.
Database & Analytics
DESIGNING DATA ARCHITECTURES, IMPLEMENTING ANALYTICS PIPELINES, AND BUILDING BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOLUTIONS.
Wireless & Communication
IMPLEMENTING WIRELESS PROTOCOLS, COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, AND NETWORKED DEVICE ARCHITECTURES.