Mechanical engineer,
engineered for performance
under real-world load.

SolidWorks CSWA/CSWP || CFD & FEA on Ansys || CNC Machining || Thermofluid Systems

I design, simulate, and manufacture mechanical systems - from hydraulic turbines to biogas power conversions - grounded in structural mechanics, computational fluid dynamics, and hands-on fabrication. Ranked Best Student in Mechanical Engineering for three consecutive years at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, and a Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP).

MY PORTRAIT
BETRUCK SOLOMON
Portrait of Betruc Solomon Ouma

About

Mechanical Engineering, BSc · Expected 2027
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

I'm a mechanical engineering student building toward a career in design, simulation, and manufacturing. My work spans hydraulic and thermofluid system design — including complete hydraulic dimensioning for a 10 kW crossflow turbine — through to hands-on CNC machining, foundry and casting quality control, and structural welding, developed across industrial attachments at Numerical Machining Complex and Associated Motors Limited.

I approach every design the same way: parametric CAD in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor, validated through CFD in Ansys Fluent and FEA in Ansys Workbench, and where relevant, verified against physical fabrication constraints — because a design that can't be machined, cast, or welded to spec isn't finished. My coursework at DeKUT reflects that same breadth: mechanics of machines and structural mechanics, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics with hydraulic and turbomachinery design, and statistical design of experiments in MATLAB and Minitab.

Alongside mechanical work, I maintain a secondary technical skillset in software and cybersecurity — Python, C/C++, Flutter/Dart, SQL, and Cisco-certified ethical hacking fundamentals — which I apply to data analysis, automation, and understanding the digital systems increasingly embedded in mechanical equipment.

  • Feb 2026
    Top Academic Performer — Mechanical EngineeringBest Student, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Year — 3 University Certificates of Merit View Certificates
  • 2022–27
    BSc Mechanical EngineeringDedan Kimathi University of Technology, Nyeri (Expected 2027)
  • Sep 2026
    Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP)Dassault Systèmes View Certificate
  • Sep 2026
    Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA)Dassault Systèmes View Certificate
  • 2024
    Ethical HackingCisco Networking Academy · Sep–Dec 2024
  • 2024
    Software & Web DevelopmentPower Learn Project · May–Sep 2024 View Certificate
  • 2018–22
    KCSE — Kenya Certificate of Secondary EducationSigalame Boys High School, Busia

Projects

Thermofluid systems, manufacturing,
and applied engineering research

A

Energy Systems & Thermofluids

10KW crossflow turbine prototype

10 kW Crossflow Turbine

Complete hydraulic dimensioning and structural design of a 10 kW crossflow turbine sized for deployment on Kenyan rivers — covering runner geometry, nozzle sizing, and casing structural analysis.

Hydraulic DesignStructural AnalysisCAD
Biogas generator conversion prototype

Biogas Generator Conversion

Mechanical conversion of a gasoline engine into a 4 kW biogas-fueled power generation system, addressing fuel delivery, compression ratio, and combustion chamber modifications for biogas operation.

Combustion SystemsMechanical Conversion
In progress
Enriched biomass briquettes prototype

Enriched Biomass Briquettes

Experimental research analyzing combustion kinetics and thermal dynamics of enriched biomass briquettes, using OriginPro for data analysis and curve fitting.

Combustion KineticsOriginProThermal Analysis
In progress
B

Sustainable Design

Recycling Extruder prototype

Re-Block Extruder

Project proposal for an extruder machine that produces paving blocks from recycled plastic and sand, targeting plastic-waste reduction and low-cost construction material production.

CADRecyclingProduct Design
Proposal Stage
Maize cob crusher prototype

Maize Cob Crusher & Compactor

Designed a maize cob crusher and compactor to process crop residue into a densified, usable output, sizing the crushing mechanism and compaction chamber for the required throughput and structural load.

Machine DesignAgro-ProcessingCAD
C

Mechanical Design & Simulation

Reducer gearbox prototype

7:1 Speed Reducer Gearbox

Designed a 7:1 speed-reduction gearbox using a compound reverted helical geartrain, sizing gear ratios, module, and face width for the required torque and speed reduction. Verified gear tooth stress and shaft deflection through simulation, alongside bearing selection and shaft layout for the coaxial (reverted) configuration.

Gear Train DesignFEAShaft Design
Prosthetic leg design video preview

Prosthetic Leg Design

Designed a lower-limb prosthetic leg, modeling the socket, pylon, and joint assembly in CAD and evaluating structural strength under simulated gait loading to balance durability with weight.

Biomechanical DesignFEACAD
Tank flow simulation video preview

Flow Simulation in a Designed Tank

Modeled a process tank in SolidWorks and ran Flow Simulation to evaluate internal flow patterns, velocity distribution, and pressure drop, using the results to inform inlet/outlet placement and internal geometry.

CFDSolidWorks Flow SimulationFluid Dynamics
Heat sink simulation snippet

Heat Sink Simulation

Simulated the thermal performance of a heat sink design, analyzing fin geometry and airflow to evaluate heat dissipation and surface temperature distribution under a defined thermal load.

Thermal AnalysisHeat TransferCFD/FEA

Experience

Industrial attachments across manufacturing,
automotive, and academic workshops

Feb 2026 — May 2026
Nairobi, Kenya

Mechanical Engineering Attaché

Numerical Machining Complex (NMC)
  • Programmed and operated multi-axis CNC machines (MAHO, Haas) using G&M code for precision part production.
  • Supported foundry and casting operations, performing metallurgical quality control on cast components.
  • Carried out structural welding (SMAW/MIG/TIG) and supported hot-dip galvanizing processes for corrosion protection.
  • CAD/CAM integration in manufacturing through reverse engineering.
Jan 2025 — Apr 2025
Nairobi, Kenya

Mechanical Engineering Attaché

Associated Motors Limited, Isuzu
  • Diagnosed electromechanical faults across heavy and light motor vehicle units.
  • Carried out servicing and preventive maintenance on a mixed fleet of commercial and passenger vehicles.
  • Conducted Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) to verify vehicles met manufacturer specification before handover.
Jan 2024 — Mar 2024
Nyeri, Kenya

Mechanical Engineering Attaché

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology — Mechanical Workshop
  • Supported workshop production activities, including component fabrication and machine setup.
  • Carried out the core manufacturing processes (turning, milling, grinding, welding, shaping) using both conventional and CNC machining processes.
  • Applied CAD/CAM workflows to optimize part designs and machining sequences.
  • Performed routine maintenance and servicing of workshop equipment and machine tools.

Software & Digital Tools

Secondary competencies that support
engineering analysis and automation

Certified

Ethical Hacking — Cisco Networking Academy

Trained in foundational ethical hacking and network security concepts, including Kali Linux fundamentals — a complement to engineering work on increasingly networked and automated mechanical systems.

Programming & Data

  • MATLAB & Minitab
  • OriginPro
  • Python
  • C / C++
  • SQL

Cross-Platform Development

  • Flutter / Dart
  • Kali Linux
  • Cisco Certified Ethical Hacking

Skills

Engineering & CAD/CAE

  • SolidWorks (CSWP / CSWA)
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • AutoCAD (2D/3D)
  • Ansys Fluent
  • Ansys Workbench (CFX)
  • Ansys ICEM CFD
  • Xfoil
  • MATLAB
  • Minitab
  • OriginPro

Manufacturing & Fabrication

  • Multi-Axis CNC (MAHO / Haas)
  • Foundry & Casting
  • Metallurgical QC
  • Hot-Dip Galvanizing
  • SMAW / MIG / TIG Welding

Diagnostics & Automotive

  • Electromechanical Diagnostics
  • Heavy & Light Unit Servicing
  • Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)

Software & Cyber (Secondary)

  • Python
  • Arduino
  • C
  • C++
  • Flutter / Dart
  • SQL
  • Kali Linux

Let's engineer
something reliable.

Open to opportunities in mechanical design, thermofluid systems, manufacturing, and applied engineering research - or a conversation about turbines, CNC, or CFD.