Ahmet Emre CANOGLU

Okemos, MI | ahmetemrecanoglu@gmail.com | (517) 312-7758 | LinkedIn | ahmetemrecanoglu.com

Education

Okemos High School - Okemos, MI
Aug 2021 - June 2025

• GPA: 3.73/4.0

Bahcesehir College Science and Technology High School - Ankara, Turkey
Sep 2022 - June 2023

• GPA: 4.0/4.0

International Computer Science Olympics: Selected among the top 100 students in Turkey for merit-based participation in Prof. Dr. Receb Dimitrov’s Olympic-level mathematics lectures, with a particular focus on computational mathematics. Participated in intensive mathematics content for two years.

Work Experience

Mechanical Team Member
Okemos Solar Racing Club - Okemos, MI
Nov 2023 - Present

• Worked on designing and optimizing the electronic systems for an electric vehicle.

• Used Fusion 360 to create the vehicle’s main draft, focusing on structure and aerodynamics.

• Led the metal welding process to assemble the vehicle’s body and mounted the electrical and mechanical components.

• Played a critical role in ensuring the project stayed within the $45,000 budget and met all technical and operational requirements.

Vice President of Sponsorship
Students of STEM - Remote
Sep 2023 – Present

• Spearheaded sponsorship efforts to support STEM initiatives and outreach activities for the organization.

• Developed and conducted 3D design workshops for middle school students, focusing on Fusion 360 to inspire the next generation of engineers.

• Managed website development and maintenance for several key projects using WordPress.

• Participated in weekly team meetings to ensure alignment on project goals and updated team members on sponsorship opportunities.

Mechanical Team Member
Okemos High School Robotics Team - Okemos, MI
Aug 2023 - Present

• Played a pivotal role in the mechanical design and assembly of the team’s robot for the 2024 FRC competition.

• Utilized SolidWorks to design intricate robot components, ensuring precision and functionality.

• Led hands-on training sessions to help new team members develop skills in industrial machining and tool use.

• Applied CNC techniques to create high-efficiency mechanisms, contributing to the overall performance and competitiveness of the robot.

• Created simulations in Unity to test and optimize robot performance in a virtual environment before the physical build.

Project Coordinator Intern
Asset-Health Inc. – Okemos, MI
Mar 2021 – Jan 2022

• Facilitated meetings with various departments to discuss task management software opportunities across multiple industries.

• Presented tailored software solutions to clients based on their unique business needs, improving task tracking and process optimization.

Mechanical Team Member
TNT Robotics – Ankara, Turkey
Nov 2022 – May 2024

• Contributed to both the Mechanical and Sponsorship teams for the TNT Robotics #8500 FRC team.

• Developed a social media platform to enhance communication and collaboration between FRC teams, fostering a community-driven approach.

• Designed a swerve module using SolidWorks, focusing on maximizing robot mobility and agility.

• Created an augmented reality feature for the team’s website, allowing viewers to explore the robot’s mechanical and electrical functionalities in an interactive format.

• Led a training initiative for students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, providing them with hands-on robotics experience using LEGO EV3 sets.

Leadership and Involvement

• NSHSS (National Society of High School Scholars) Ambassador | Jan 2024 – Present

• YouthSpark Community Board Member | Sep 2023 – Apr 2024

• International Philosophy Olympiad Lead Coordinator | Dec 2022 – Feb 2023

• Model of United Nations DISEC Chairman | Dec 2020 – Mar 2021
  Led the Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC), organizing debates on global security issues.

• Volunteer for Turkey Erosion Control and Natural Assets Conservation Foundation | Dec 2020 – Mar 2021
  Assisted in afforestation efforts and environmental conservation initiatives in Turkey.

Projects

• VORTEX: Developed a proven solution to reduce emissions and fuel consumption by 30% on highways, verified by TUV.

• Turkey Strong: Created an online platform to report lost individuals during the earthquake in Turkey (February 2023), with reported losses communicated to AKUT (Turkey’s emergency rescue department).

• MetaCrow: Launched a blog website dedicated to covering international robotics competitions and keeping enthusiasts informed of industry updates.

• AETHER: Designed a Mars rover for NASA's Space Apps Challenge 2020, capable of detecting signs of life, mapping terrain, and conducting environmental research.

• Moonster: Developed a platform for NASA's Space Apps Challenge 2022, showcasing life forms capable of surviving extreme space conditions.

• MoveWise: Participated in Uber's Global Hackathon 2023 by designing a feature for passengers traveling to the same destination to share rides, reducing travel costs.

• Rapid Medicine Supply: Created a drone delivery system for the MIT Solve Competition to quickly transport medicine between pharmacies and patients’ homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Aiolos: Developed an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for auditing mine conditions, capable of measuring gas levels, temperature, and pressure while mapping underground environments.

• Greenball: Designed a UAV project aimed at afforestation by dispersing seed-filled balls across large barren areas, supporting environmental recovery efforts.

Certifications & Skills

• Certifications:

  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems Safety Test - Federal Aviation Administration

  • Lean Six Sigma Foundations - National Association of State Boards of Accountancy

  • Six Sigma: Green Belt - IIBA

  • SolidWorks: Advanced Engineering Drawings - LinkedIn

  • Career Essentials in Software Development - Microsoft

  • GPT-4 Foundations: Building AI-Powered Apps - LinkedIn

• Skills:

  • 2D/3D CAD Modeling (Fusion360, SolidWorks, NX Siemens)

  • Machining (Mill, Lathe, CNC)

  • Computational Skills (Python, C++, Unity, WordPress, AutoCAD)

  • Languages (English C2, Turkish Native, French A2)

  • Other: Adobe After Effects, Application Development, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Engineering

Get in Touch

I would love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out for collaborations or questions about my engineering and robotics projects.