# Dylan Canoglu > Aspiring MechE @ Purdue | Humanoid Robotics | Embedded Systems | Organizer @ StarkHacks Location: Cupertino, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/dylancanoglu As a first-year engineering student at Purdue University, I have a passion for robotics, hands-on design, and community-focused engineering. When I'm not at my favorite coffee shop, you can find me chasing my next 'big' thing. Whether that's inventing, researching new designs or launching international STEM outreach programs, I'm always open to new opportunities. Currently looking for Summer 2026 internships in product design, robotics, manufacturing, or related fields. Let's connect if you're interested in working together! Email: dcanoglu@purdue.edu ## Work Experience ### Product Design Member @ Embedded Systems @ Purdue Jan 2026 – Present | West Lafayette, IN • Prototyping modular eyewear in Onshape, designed to house a high-density sensor suite (ESP32, accelerometer, and camera) while maintaining a lightweight, ergonomic form factor for accessibility users. • Designing snap-fit modular housings and adjustable interfaces to allow for quick sensor swaps and iterative testing without needing a full-frame redesign. ### Mechanical Subteam Member @ Humanoid Robot Club Purdue Jan 2025 – Present | West Lafayette, IN • Developing a 2-DOF spherical quaternion joint utilizing servos and gear transmission to achieve fluid, wide-range rotation while prioritizing mechanical reliability. • Designed and prototyped a bevel-gear based 2-DOF wrist mechanism in SolidWorks to simulate biomimetic rotation. • Integrated electronic hardware into the CAD model, optimizing spatial efficiency and component interference. ### Hackathon Organizer @ StarkHacks Jan 2025 – Present Breaking a world record! • Coordinated nationwide outreach efforts by serving as the primary point of contact for faculty and student organizations for 40+ universities to drive StarkHacks' awareness and participation. • Facilitated sponsorship efforts via research and outreach. ### Vice President of Operations @ Monta Vista Robotics Team Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Cupertino, California, United States • Managed $60K team budget, overseeing financial operations, income tracking, and expense planning. • Led a 150+ member robotics team to oversee operations and contribute to building efforts. • Directed 8+ outreach programs delivering hands-on, STEM workshops to 1.3K+ students, K-12, in underrepresented groups in STEM across Taiwan, France, and the U.S. • Founded, designed, tested, and distributed a <$5 robot STEM kit program, a DIY toy car, for underserved youth across 2+ U.S. states. • Developed sponsor relations and partnerships with 8+ organizations, such as Apple, Johnson & Johnson Medtech, and Gene Haas, to support the team and outreach. • Presented at 7+ global demos/events (France & U.S.) including Sensors Converge and Robonanza. • Co-directed monthly marketing strategy, reaching 1K+ people through digital outreach. ### Lead Mechanical Engineer @ Monta Vista Robotics Team Jan 2022 – Jan 2025 | Cupertino, California, United States • Led the design and assembly of a 2-stage climbing mechanism, a telescoping arm, capable of scaling a horizontal metallic chain while carrying over 100+ pounds of weight. • Machined and 3D-printed custom components, ensuring fit, strength, and performance through testing. • Developed CAD models via Onshape in collaboration with existing mechanical and electrical subsystems. ### Representative @ FUHSD Robotics Collective Jan 2023 – Jan 2025 | Cupertino, California, United States • Advocated and successfully approved funding for a $25M district-wide robotics facility for 10K+ high school students by working with district leadership and presenting to the Board of Trustees. • Collaborated with QKA architects to represent student needs via feedback in building/lab layouts. ## Education ### Bachelor's degree in First-Year Engineering Purdue University College of Engineering ### High School Diploma Monta Vista High School ### Duel Enrollment De Anza College ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dylan-canoglu --- Source: https://flows.cv/dylancanoglu JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/dylancanoglu/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13