Kevin Caldwell

Automotive Engineering (B.Eng.)

Starting September 2026 – Expected 2030

Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, ON

• Design & Fabrication: SolidWorks (IP), C4D, CNC machining, technical drawing, MIG/TIG/acetylene welding
• Programming: Python, C#, Lua, Java, MATLAB
• Software: Blender, Cinema4D, Adobe Suite, Microsoft 365
• Tools & Diagnostics: Oscilloscope, multimeter, OBD-II scanner, CAN Bus systems, hand & power tools

FIRST Robotics Mentor / Coach

Sep 2025 – Present

Silverthorn Collegiate Institute – Toronto, ON

• Mentor students in mechanical design, CAD fundamentals (SolidWorks), prototyping, and safe tool usage.
• Support drivetrain, pneumatics, and control system integration for competition readiness.
• Guide a team of 20+ students in documentation, testing, and iterative problem-solving.

FIRST LEGO Robotics Mentor

Sep 2025 – Present

Bloordale Middle School – Toronto, ON

• Introduce middle school students to engineering fundamentals using LEGO Mindstorms/EV3.
• Coach robot construction, sensor usage, and logic-based programming challenges.
• Prepare teams for local competitions, focusing on debugging and iterative design.

Maintenance / Line Service Technician

Sep 2025 – Present

Execaire Aviation – Toronto, ON

• Conduct pre-flight inspections on private jets valued over $5M, ensuring exterior condition and readiness.
• Marshal aircraft during taxi, parking, and towing under strict safety procedures.
• Service ground support vehicles, GPUs, and tugs to maintain operational uptime.
• Assist senior technicians with inspection processes, system checks, and hangar operations.
• Manage ramp operations including refueling, GPU connection, towing, and hangar organization.

Apprentice Automotive Mechanic (Volunteer)

Sep 2022 – Aug 2025

Volunteer / Assistant – Toronto, ON

• Assist with engine tear-downs and rebuilds, including pistons, rings, gaskets, and internal inspections.
• Perform basic diagnostics: OBD-II scanning, compression testing, and multimeter checks.
• Support suspension, brake, drivetrain, and cooling system repairs under technician supervision.
• Prepare parts, organize tools, and maintain clean work areas to improve workflow.

Aircraft Mechanic Co-op Student

Aug 2022 – Jun 2024

Island Air Flight School – Toronto, ON

• Performed maintenance on Cessna 150/172/182 aircraft per Transport Canada standards.
• Completed 100+ documented inspections while maintaining strict regulatory adherence.

1991 Honda Civic EF Track Build

Sept 2025 – Present

Personal Engineering Project – Toronto, ON

• Designing and fabricating a full track-spec EF chassis with roll cage per FIA/CSCS standards.
• Executing a K20/K24 “Frankenstein” swap with drivetrain, electrical, and cooling optimization.
• Developing a custom digital instrument cluster and wiring harness.
• Targeting 300 hp crank output with focus on power-to-weight and durability.

1991 Hydrostream AE-21 Rebuild

Sept 2025 – Present

Personal Restoration Project – Toronto, ON

• Restoring deck with marine-grade fiberglass layups and resin bonding.
• Redesigning electrical system with modern gauges and circuits for reliability.
• Managing a full $15K rebuild independently including documentation and fabrication.

Digital Instrument Cluster

Nov 2024 – Present

Embedded Systems Project – Toronto, ON

• Building a Python-based CAN Bus dashboard using Raspberry Pi and a TFT display.
• Created UI prototype in Blender/Photoshop tested with 25+ users.

• First Place – Automotive Innovation Competition, York University + VinFast (2025)
• CCOHS Safety Certifications – WHMIS, Fire Safety, Deicing, Materials Handling (2025)
• OSHA Worker Health and Safety Awareness (2025)
• Google Cloud Skills Boost – Data Engineering, Big Data, and Machine Learning (2024)
• Ontario Scholar – Silverthorn Collegiate Institute; Trade Skills Ontario Competitor (Automotive)