Alastair Graham

I am a graduate of the Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Victoria. As a habitual tinkerer with a hands-on background in small engine repair, automation, and mechatronics, I have a fascination with all things electromechanical, and I delved into 3D printing as an educational hobby to explore in my spare time and supplement my degree.

Over seven years, over a dozen printers, and hundreds of kilograms of polymers later, I have educated myself extensively on various aspects of FDM/MSLA printing and all things related, from 3D modelling to printer design, and from print quality troubleshooting to firmware optimization. I wrote a technical report on the strength effects of 3D print infill as part of my engineering degree, and in my spare time I am working to continuously develop my hobbies and skills as an engineer. What started out as a fascination with physics has developed into a deeply rooted passion for engineering, and I am continuously looking to expand my skillset as an EIT.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (University of Victoria, 2016 - 2020)

  • Specializations in Mechatronics & Computer Aided Manufacturing

Licenses & Certifications

  • APEGA Engineer-in-Training

  • Counter Balance Sitdown Rider Forklift Operator Safety Training

  • Common Safety Orientation

  • H2S Alive

  • Occupational First Aid & CPR (Level 1)

  • WHMIS 2015

Achievements

  • Revolutionized the Fitness Inc. Strongman Classic with a bespoke VBA-powered scoring program that automates all competition scoring and organization, generates reports on athlete performance, sends out personalized automated emails, and all but eliminates the factor of human error.

  • Took a lead role in designing a writing instrument for children with prosthetic hands, winning 3rd place for design, construction, and durability at the 2019 Victoria Health Hackathon.

  • 3rd person in Canada to join the NFOD Hall of Flame (1 minute and 40 seconds)