Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering — McMaster University

Espe Marchant
Valenzuela

I design and build hardware for the human body — using CAD, design‑for‑manufacture, and embedded prototyping to build toward surgical robotics, medical devices, and biomechanics.

Surgical Robotics Medical Devices Biomechanics CAD & DFM Prototyping Embedded Systems & Controls
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Drawn byE. Marchant Valenzuela
ProgramMech & Biomedical Eng
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LocationHamilton, ON
GradExp. 2030
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01About
Portrait of Espe Marchant Valenzuela

I'm a second‑year Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering student at McMaster University, building at the intersection of hardware and human anatomy. My project work spans patient‑specific implant CAD through to embedded sensor systems — I like problems where a design decision has to survive contact with a real body and a real manufacturing process. Outside of coursework, I write research communications for the McMaster Department of Anesthesia.

currently

Seeking research and technical opportunities in biomechanics, medical devices, and embedded systems.

02Featured Projects

Click a project to open the full build.

03Hackathons

48-hour team builds. Click one to see the writeup.

04Experience

Apr 2026 — Present

Communications Assistant

McMaster Department of Anesthesia · Hamilton, ON

  • Interview researchers and summarize recently publicized research for the department newsletter and social media
  • Respond quickly and accurately to email and inbox communications from faculty, staff, residents, and fellows
  • Organize data in Excel to generate insights for the department's 5‑year review

Nov 2025 — May 2026

Vice President, Marketing

McMaster iBioMed Society · Hamilton, ON

  • Led a 7‑member team across social media, merchandise, and event initiatives
  • Grew society reach through an on‑brand content strategy — up to 200K+ monthly views (@ibiomedsociety)

May 2023 — 2026

Volunteer Liaison, Programming

University of Toronto Science Rendezvous · Toronto, ON

  • Coordinated volunteers by answering questions, resolving issues, and ensuring smooth event operations
  • Led hands‑on science and engineering demonstrations for children ages 6–12
  • Guided visitors with event navigation and responded to general inquiries

Jun 2025 — Aug 2025

Camp Counsellor

City of Markham · Markham, ON

  • Supervised groups of 7–32 children across day camps citywide, maintaining a 7:1 camper‑to‑counsellor ratio
  • Independently developed and delivered weekly program plans, accounting for resource availability and weather
05Skills

Programs

Autodesk Inventor SolidWorks MS Excel

Languages

Python MATLAB Java

Laboratory

Cell Culture Aseptic Technique Pipetting Molecular Biology Techniques Experimental Design

Technical

CAD Prototyping 3D Printing Mechanical Testing Sensor Integration Embedded Systems Breadboard Wiring Data Analysis Technical Documentation
06Education & Certifications

McMaster University

B.Eng Candidate, Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering · Hamilton, ON · Expected 2030

Activities — iBioMed Society · Women in Engineering Mentorship Program · McMaster Engineering Competition

certifications & programs

  • Health Innovation Bootcamp — The Clinic, McMaster University, Spring 2026
  • Quantum School for Young Students — Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo, 2025
  • WHMIS 2015 — McMaster University, Sept 2025
  • Standard First Aid & CPR C with AED — SAJE Vital Signs, Nov 2024
07Contact

Let's build something.

Open to research, technical, and co‑op opportunities in biomechanics, medical devices, and embedded systems.

espemarchantv@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/espemv

Hamilton, ON