About Me

Ben Xavier

Hey, I'm Ben

I'm a passionate and driven engineer/maker/hobbyist currently studying at McMaster University for a Bachelor of Technology in Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology. My goal is to make the world a better place through smart and ethical engineering solutions. I have a strong interest in automotive and electrical systems, and I love to learn through new challenges.

My Experience

Manufacturing & Production Assistant - Broy Engineering

Supported manufacturing and production operations by operating and servicing a wide range of machines, improving throughput, reducing downtime, and helping validate new processes.

  • Operated and maintained equipment to improve production output and troubleshoot process issues.
  • Collaborated with technicians, mechanical, testing, and programming teams to support rush jobs and staffing shortages.
  • Learned and trained employees on the operations and best practices for new machines and production processes.
  • Machined, fabricated, and 3D printed parts and jigs to improve efficiency and support production needs.
  • Designed parts in CAD using Fusion 360 for practical shop-floor solutions.

Mechanic & Detailer - Wells Auto

Repaired and fabricated custom parts for vintage vehicles while diagnosing and resolving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and fuel-system issues.

  • Repaired or fabricated new parts for vintage vehicles where original parts were unavailable or unserviceable.
  • Diagnosed and resolved electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and fueling issues on Delorean DMC-12s.
  • Maintained and detailed vehicles with a high attention to detail to support customer satisfaction and sales readiness.

Mechanic - Bartz Motorcycle Shop

Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical issues across motorcycles, ATVs, and trikes while delivering transparent, customer-focused service.

  • Diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical and electrical problems on motorcycles, ATVs, and trikes.
  • Proactively identified customer needs and provided honest recommendations and service guidance.
  • Maintained a strong desire to learn and continuously improved by performing complex repairs on engines and suspension systems.

Skills

CAD & Design

CAD & Design

Design and modeling with SolidWorks, CATIA, and Fusion 360 for parts, assemblies, mechanisms, and engineering drawings used in real projects.

Fabrication & Machining

Fabrication & Machining

Hands-on experience with precision machining, fabrication, measuring, and custom part production using shop tools and machine equipment.

Welding Processes

Welding Processes

Skilled in Stick, MIG, TIG, with experience in laser welding.

Electrical & Diagnostics

Electrical & Diagnostics

Skilled using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators and power supplies to troubleshoot electrical systems, build custom circuits, and work with battery packs.

Vehicle & Assembly Work

Vehicle & Assembly Work

Years of hands-on experience using tools on vehicles and along assembly lines for repairs and assembly.