Hi, I'm Zihan Miao 👋

Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering student specializing in 3D CAD design, simulation, and robotics.

DCU, Integrated Master's
Dublin, Ireland
zihan.miao3@mail.dcu.ie
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Zihan Miao - Mechanical Engineer

About Me

I'm a final-year Integrated Master's student in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Dublin City University. My background spans 3D product development, CAD design, and hands-on equipment maintenance.

During my time managing DCU's 3D printing lab and working as a Site Engineer, I developed a strong foundation in hardware troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and safety compliance. I enjoy taking projects through their entire lifecycle—from initial SolidWorks modeling and ANSYS simulation, down to component sourcing and physical assembly.

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Hands-on Focus

Key Specializations

3D CAD Design & Prototyping (SolidWorks)
Simulation & Analysis (ANSYS CFD/FEA)
Hardware Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Data Analysis (MATLAB, Python)
Safety & Compliance (SOPs, Risk Assessment)

Engineering Projects

Showcasing my hands-on experience in mechanical design, robotics, simulation, and manufacturing processes.

PDMS Microfluidic Chip for Sequential Cell Capture
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PDMS Microfluidic Chip for Sequential Cell Capture

MEng Final Year Project · DCU 2026

FYP

Centrifugal microfluidic platform that deterministically captures and relocates single cells into co-location chambers using 90° mechanical indexing — no on-chip valves required.

Microfluidics PDMS SolidWorks 3D Printing
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Nonlinear Simulation of Balloon-Expandable Stent Deployment
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Stent Deployment FEA

Advanced FEA Module · DCU 2026

Simulation

Nonlinear FEA of balloon-expandable cardiovascular stent in ANSYS — hyperelastic balloon, plastic SS304 stent, frictional contact, and parametric pressure study validated against Chua et al.

ANSYS Mechanical SolidWorks Nonlinear FEA Plasticity
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24 Prusa MK4 printers in individual polycarbonate enclosures on modular aluminium racks
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3D Printing Fleet Management & Lab Operations

Technical Support Officer · DCU 2024–2026

Technical

Managed 24 networked 3D printers via Raspberry Pi & 3DPrinterOS, performed daily hardware diagnostics and preventative maintenance, supported 200+ student users, and advised on CAD design for physical prototyping.

3D Printing Raspberry Pi 3DPrinterOS Lab Management
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Technical Skills

My comprehensive skill set spans mechanical engineering, programming, and manufacturing technologies.

3D CAD & Mechanical Design

  • SolidWorks Expert
  • Engineering Drawings (GD&T)
  • BOM Generation
  • Assembly Design
  • Sheet Metal Design

Simulation & Analysis

  • ANSYS FEA
  • ExtendSim Production Simulation
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Structural Analysis
  • Thermal Analysis

Programming & Data

  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • R Programming
  • Data Analysis
  • Machine Learning

3D Printing & Lab Tech

  • 24-networked 3D Printers
  • Raspberry Pi Integration
  • 3DPrinterOS Monitoring
  • Print Optimization
  • Material Science

Machinery & Maintenance

  • Fault Diagnosis
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Prototype Testing
  • Calibration
  • Troubleshooting

Safety & Compliance

  • Risk Assessments
  • SOP Development
  • H&S Protocols
  • Compliance Reports
  • Auditing

Experience & Education

My professional journey and academic background in mechanical engineering.

Work Experience

Technical Support Officer & Laboratory Demonstrator

DCU

Sept 2024 – Apr 2025 / Sept 2025 – Apr 2026

  • Managed 24 networked 3D printers with Raspberry Pi & 3DPrinterOS for real-time monitoring
  • Supported prototype builds, diagnosed hardware faults, and optimized 3D print designs
  • Delivered SolidWorks CAD support and created SOPs & technical documentation
  • Implemented preventative maintenance to improve machine reliability

Site Engineer

M&X Construction

Multiple periods 2022–2025

  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical faults in water pumps and drainage systems
  • Enforced H&S regulations and coordinated teams to meet project deadlines
  • Conducted site inspections and prepared technical reports

Education

Integrated Master's in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

NFQ Level 9

Dublin City University | 2021 – 2026

  • Focus areas: CAD/CAM, robotics, fluid mechanics, materials, and manufacturing processes
  • Relevant Modules: CAD/CAM, Robotics, Fluid Mechanics, Materials Science
  • Final Year Project: PDMS Microfluidic Chip for Sequential Cell Capture on a Centrifugal Platform

Certifications & Training

Professional
  • Full Driving Licence (Category B)

    Ireland · Issued 2022

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Contact Information

Email

zihan.miao3@mail.dcu.ie

Phone

+353 899808774

Location

Mulhuddart, Co. Dublin, Ireland

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