Hello! My name is Kavish Shah, and I am a sophomore at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering studying electrical engineering. While much of my early experience came from developing full stack software and web applications, my time in college has given me the chance to really explore the hardware side of technology.
I have had a great time exploring these interests through different groups on campus. Currently, I am interning as an Asset Systems Engineer at IRWD, doing machine learning research at the VAST Lab and helping build medical devices with the Biomedical Engineering Society. Outside of pure engineering, I also serve as the Director of Recruitment for Bruin Strategy Network.
I created this website to showcase the projects and experiences I'm proud of, in a space that feels more personal than a LinkedIn profile or resume (both of which are linked via the icons).
However, I also wanted to shed light on a part of me that does not show up on these other platforms. As such, there is another section dedicated to the hobbies that make me who I am. The short version:
In my free time, you'll find me hitting the tennis courts, exploring local hikes, and lounging on my bed with my Kindle. One more thing, I love listening to podcasts, and my favorite is Morning Brew!
Created maintenance schedules for 50+ assets, cleaned up the EAM database to improve data access, and built Power BI dashboards from field testing measurements.
- Created preventive maintenance schedules and job plans for 50+ new and refurbished assets using manufacturer specs.
- Reorganized the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) database and standardized document hierarchies, cutting file search times by 15%.
- Conducted field visits and equipment witness tests, building Power BI and Excel dashboards to track day-to-day performance.
Investigating machine learning approaches to accelerate Boolean Satisfiability (SAT) solving processes at UCLA's VAST Lab.
- Investigating machine learning approaches to accelerate Boolean Satisfiability (SAT) solving processes.
- Benchmarked machine learning-enhanced solvers against traditional heuristic algorithms, creating Python scripts to parse performance data and identify computational bottlenecks.
- Focusing on foundational research and algorithmic integration required to optimize standard SAT solver performance.
Directing recruitment cycles for 400+ prospective candidates through a <3% acceptance rate and leading consulting engagements with Fortune 500 clients.
- Led consulting engagements with Fortune 500 med-tech clients, worked with Dexcom, delivering strategic recommendations on AI diagnostic market entry, global regulatory policies, and FDA guidelines.
- Recruited through a <3% acceptance rate and will direct the upcoming recruitment cycle for 400+ prospective candidates, managing a rigorous 3-week pipeline of resume screenings and multi-stage case interviews.
Engineered ground-up enterprise resource tracking software, boosting workflow efficiency by 30% for a 5-person team.
- Engineered a ground-up enterprise resource tracking software utilizing Microsoft Azure, Next.js, Supabase, and Tailwind CSS, serving as the lead developer to support corporate clients.
- Developed responsive interfaces and backend systems in a virtual environment, increasing workflow efficiency by 30%.
- Applied capability modeling and Git collaboration to streamline project development lifecycles across a 5-person team.
Founded digital literacy classes for seniors, dedicating 150+ hours to educate 60+ adults over 4 years.
- Founded a class for seniors expanding tech literacy during the pandemic, dedicating 150+ hours to educate 60+ adults.
- Led youth and adult volunteers over 4 years, managing class schedules and digital curriculum design.
- Covered digital topics ranging from basic mobile navigation to advanced AI/ChatGPT applications.
Taught Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus to intermediate and high school students.
- Taught multiple students in mathematics topics like Algebra 1, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus.
- Tailored educational methods to match individual student learning styles and grade levels.
Worked 100+ hours in kitchen/cashier roles and redesigned storage layouts to improve efficiency by 20%.
- Worked 100+ hours as a cook, waiter, and cashier primarily during high-volume dinner rushes.
- Redesigned the supply storage layout, optimizing boxing and storage efficiency by 20%.
Front-End Development Intern
Designed interactive forms using the T3 stack and built a pipeline to route requests for 50+ users and managers.
- Leveraged the T3 stack (Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, tRPC) to create interactive web forms connecting landlords and tenants, reducing application processing time.
- Partnered with the early-stage founding team, including the CEO and CFO, in weekly meetings to design UI wireframes.
- Engineered a centralized data pipeline to route service requests and synchronize information for 50+ users and managers.
Guided early-education students in mathematics and reading foundations, graded student worksheets, and monitored progress.
- Instructed elementary and middle school students in fundamental mathematics operations and reading comprehension skills.
- Graded daily worksheets and tests, providing constructive feedback to improve student understanding and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress data and collaborated with the Center Director to adjust customized learning plans.
Designed and fabricated a prototype pulse oximeter for real-time digital monitoring of heart rate and oxygen saturation.
- Designed and fabricated a breadboard prototype pulse oximeter utilizing C++ for embedded systems programming and Arduino microcontrollers.
- Executed complex analog circuit design to integrate infrared and red optical sensors, filtering and amplifying signals to monitor metrics within 5% precision.
- Applied digital signal processing (DSP) techniques in C++ to filter ambient light and motion noise from photoplethysmogram (PPG) waveforms, stabilizing outputs.
Developed control circuitry and custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) for an oscillating desktop fan with temperature-triggered modes.
- Developed the control circuitry for an oscillating fan with multiple speed modes and a custom two-button tactile user interface.
- Handled the complete electrical design workflow, from initial breadboard prototyping and circuit validation to custom KiCad PCB layout.
- Designed and assembled custom KiCad PCBs with optimal trace routing, soldering surface mount (SMD) components, and assisted with 3D-printing the mechanical enclosures.
Engineered an IoT-enabled smart moisture-sensing storage pod to prevent humidity damage in medical and electronic devices.
- Co-developed a smart storage pod prototype featuring real-time environmental telemetry (relative humidity, temperature, pressure).
- Integrated ESP32 microcontrollers with custom sensor breakout boards to upload readings to a real-time web dashboard.
- Designed active humidity mitigation circuits consisting of miniature exhaust systems and desiccant regeneration modules.
Brainstormed on my iPad. Created with React, Node.js, Tailwind CSS, Next.js in Visual Studio Code. Resources here.