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Brandon Skobel

school B.S. Mechanical Engineering @ WPI | Highest Distinction (3.73 GPA)

High-output Mechanical Engineer with 10 years of hands-on CAD design and modeling expertise with SolidWorks and Onshape. I manage the complete product lifecycle from initial design to successful release, specializing in project management, rapid prototyping, robotics, and industrial automation. I excel at turning complex concepts into field-ready physical products under tight constraints. I thrive under high pressure, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering flawless, lean engineering on strict budgets and aggressive deadlines.

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Core Competencies
SolidWorks (Certified) Product Design Rapid Prototyping Systems Integration FEA / ANSYS Technical Documentation Robotics DFM & DFA MATLAB & Python

account_balance Education

WPI

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Expected May 2026 | GPA: 3.71

Minor: International and Global Studies

work Professional Experience

Product Engineer Intern

business Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies | Bristol, NH

A leading global manufacturer of advanced sealing applications and technologies for the automotive and industrial sectors.

date_range May 2025 - August 2025
Key Responsibilities
  • Drafted over 100 3D models and drawings for customers optimized for cost and production efficiency.
  • Designed replacement parts for machines needed for multi-million part orders, directly reducing downtime and scrap.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams on process and inspection documentation.

construction Selected Projects

flight_takeoff Autonomous Agricultural Drone
  • Project Lead - developed system from concept to production
  • Awarded top 10 project in ME department
  • Designed 8-motor propulsion system; 50 lb payload capacity
  • Engineered modular water tank with automated refill
  • Integrated 2-axis gimbal for AI terrain mapping
precision_manufacturing Soft Robotic Arm
  • Designed tendon-driven system for robotic vacuum extension
  • Created compliant structure with worm gear transmission
  • Performed FEA on spring systems for arm testing
  • Presented to SharkNinja engineering team
smart_toy Battlebot
  • Designed and assembled a 3lb combat robot
  • Competed in international robotics events
  • Member of Team WPI - #1 collegiate combat robotics team in world
  • Applied DFM & DFA practices for high-impact durability
science Piano Kinematics Research
  • Analyzed piano action mechanisms for performance improvement
  • Designed una corda pedal modification using magnets
  • Conducted magnetic force calculations and load simulations
speaker Custom Speaker
  • Reverse-engineered Bluetooth hardware for custom housing
  • Designed adjustable helmet-mounted enclosure
  • Soldered PCB and presented findings to Bose engineers
water_drop Syros Water Scarcity
  • Consulted with Cyclades Chamber of Commerce in Greece
  • Assessed agricultural water-use via producer interviews
  • Presented conservation reports to municipal leadership

groups Clubs & Leadership

Brandon Skobel Cooking Club
WPI Cooking Club

President

Grew membership from 40 to 400; managed budget and led large-scale catering events for the campus community.

Brandon Skobel Machining
WPI Makerspace

Lab Manager

Mentored students in DFM/DFA principles and supervised the safe operation of shop tools, including lathes and mills.

Bionic Hand Project
Bionics Club

Mechanical Lead

Led the assembly of a 1:1 scale prosthetic arm, integrating soft-robotic components and custom mechanical linkages.