# Vincent Silva

> Mechanical Engineer

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/vincentsilva

## Work Experience
### Mechanical Engineer @ Lam Research
Jan 2025 – Present | Fremont, CA

### Mechanical Engineer @ USC Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Team
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025
- Mechanical design, verification, and testing of structural and dynamic systems for a robotic AUV competing in RoboSub. 
- Created detailed CAD models for assembly and integrated a pneumatic system to actuate a robotic arm and torpedo launcher for competition. Designed components for manufacturability using waterjet plates and welded assemblies.

### Mechanical Engineer @ Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | Livermore, California, United States
- Led adhesion testing under high-shock conditions to evaluate bond integrity and optimize surface prep methods for accelerometer assemblies.
- Designed custom fixtures and test procedures using an Instron 9250 HZ drop tower; analyzed sensor data to enhance adhesive strength and reduce failure variability.
- Developed a vibration shaker system (K2007E01) to simulate cable wear in flight vehicle assemblies, identifying failure modes and recommending durability improvements.
- Collaborated with vendors on detailed drawings, tooling procurement, and assembly processes to meet stringent performance standards.

### Powertrain Engineer @ USC Racing - Formula SAE Team
Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 | Los Angeles, California, United States
- Performed thermal and fluid analysis on powertrain components to improve design performance
- Created MATLAB script to simulate radiator heat transfer, performing pressure and temperature calculations to determine optimal surface area. Enhanced cooling system design by streamlining thermal analysis across multiple configurations.

### NACME Scholar @ National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering
Jan 2020 – Jan 2024

### Product Design/Management @ ITT Goulds Pumps
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Seneca Falls, New York, United States
- Supported design and testing of industrial pumps to meet client specifications and performance standards.
- Conducted hydraulic tests on 3180 pumps to evaluate head, flow rate, and efficiency; identified performance gaps and proposed design improvements.
- Updated CAD models and applied GD&T to casings and impellers, enhancing manufacturability and dimensional accuracy.


## Education
### Master of Science - MS in Mechanical Engineering
University of Southern California

### Bachelor of Science - BS in Mechanical Engineering
University of Southern California

### Palo Alto High School


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/vincentsilva01

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Last updated: 2026-04-13