Vian Calistus Erskin
Mechanical Design Engineer & M.Sc. Student
Mechanical engineering professional with 2 years of industry experience optimizing glass production processes and 4+ years of hands-on project experience in robotics, drone systems, and wearable technology, now advancing expertise through a Master's degree in Germany.
Skills
At a glance
2+
Years industry experience
3
CAD certifications
4+
Major engineering projects
Work Experience
Assistant Engineer
Abdulla Khamees Mirrors and Tempered Glass Factory, Bahrain · Dec 2020 – Dec 2022
Designed glass processing layouts and optimized cutting patterns to reduce material waste and improve production yield. Developed production planning schedules and coordinated inbound/outbound logistics to ensure on-time delivery.
Freelance Designer
Self-Employed · Feb 2022 – Dec 2023
Provided design and technical documentation services across multiple projects, applying CAD expertise in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA.
Projects & Technical Work
Bike Luggage Rack Testing Rig
Designing and building a mechanical testing rig for vertical and lateral load testing as part of M.Sc. coursework in Germany.
Underwater Pipeline Damage Detection Robot
Built an autonomous robot for detecting structural damage in crude oil pipelines using temperature analysis and visual inspection systems.
Navigation Glove for Delivery Riders
Developed a wearable glove with integrated OLED display and Bluetooth connectivity providing real-time turn-by-turn navigation for delivery and logistics operations.
Agricultural Drone System
Designed a UAV-based system for automated farm planning, seed sowing, and pesticide spraying to enhance agricultural efficiency.
Key Achievements
- Measurably reduced material waste and scrap rates through optimized glass cutting pattern design
- Certified in three professional CAD platforms: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA
- Advanced German language skills to B1 level while managing professional and academic commitments