Aarav Patel

Vaccine Automation Engineer @ Merck & Co. | Student Research Engineer – Battery Development | Electrical Engineering @ RIT

Rochester, New York, United States

About

Experienced in digital systems (Verilog/VHDL) and embedded programming (C/C++) with a foundation in physics and electrical engineering. Driven to solve real-world problems through hands-on projects. Solidworks proficiency for effective engineering design.

Experience

  • Vaccine Automation Co-op at Merck
    Jun 2026 - Present · 1 mo

  • Quantitative Biosciences - Lab Automation Co-op at Merck
    Jun 2025 - Dec 2025 · 7 mos

  • Student Research Engineer - Battery Development at Rochester Institute of Technology
    Feb 2025 - May 2025 · 4 mos

    - Assembled several 2032 coin cell formulations. Including Cathode & Anode half cells and Lithium Full Cells. - Used Arbin Instruments coin cell tester to run test cycles on cells assembled. - Developed a Python Script with a custom GUI to save time analyzing data from Arbin tests. Automating chart plotting for reports and analysis.

  • Automation Intern at HLE Glascoat Limited
    May 2024 - Sep 2024 · 5 mos

    - Developing automation solutions for an Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryer using a network of seven microcontrollers (one master and six slaves) to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. - Programming and refining control logic in C++ tailored to manage and monitor complex filtration and drying processes. - Implementing communication protocols to ensure seamless interaction between microcontrollers, optimizing process accuracy and consistency. - Conducting rigorous testing and debugging to maintain system integrity and troubleshoot potential issues in real-time. - Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to adapt technology solutions that meet engineering standards and process requirements, significantly improving system performance and safety.

  • Intern at YASH Group
    May 2023 - Aug 2023 · 4 mos