FORMULA STUDENT TEAM MEMBER
September 2017 - May 2018
During the final year of my Industrial Technology Engineering degree, I had the opportunity to be part of the Formula Student Bizkaia team, a project that significantly broadened my skill set across multiple areas, from design and structural analysis to business management and sponsorships.
In this team, I specialized in the unsprung mass, focusing on steering and brakes. Through this role, I gained advanced proficiency in CATIA V5 and performed structural analyses using ANSYS. I also actively participated in the manufacturing of automotive components in collaboration with various professional training centres, and I was directly involved in the assembly of some parts into the final prototype.
However, my contributions weren't limited to the technical domain. I was also part of the business team, where I worked on developing a product concept, presenting, and pitching it to potential sponsors. This process, conducted in English, simulated a real-world business environment and helped me refine my communication and persuasion skills. It also taught me how to effectively work within a team, adapt to rapidly changing conditions, and manage high-pressure situations.
Key Contributions:
My experience with the Formula Student team not only honed my technical skills but also enhanced essential soft skills, such as teamwork, problem-solving, and business communication, which I consider fundamental to any professional in today's engineering industry.
