Shiv Patel | Engineering Portfolio

About Me

I’m a Grade 11 student passionate about engineering, robotics, and automation. I love combining creativity and logic to build things that solve real-world problems. My goal is to study engineering at university and continue creating projects that make an impact.

Projects

Automated Plant Waterer (Grade 11)

Built an automated irrigation system that waters plants based on soil moisture. Used Arduino, moisture sensors, and a small pump to automate watering.

Skills: Circuit design, Python programming, sensor calibration
Future: Add solar power & Wi-Fi data logging

Automated Plant Waterer close-up of sensors

Skills

Programming: Python, HTML, CSS
Software: VCarve, Onshape, SolidWorks
Hardware: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensors, relays, Lockpicks (Pin tumbler)
Design: AutoCAD basics, circuit simulation
Soft Skills: Problem-solving, teamwork, presentation

Achievements

Corporal (Cpl), Level 4 cadet at 892 Snowy Owl Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron
University of Waterloo Contest Club
STEM Club Member
Robotics Competition Participant
Completed Arduino & IoT Online Course
Volunteered at School Tech Fair

Contact

Email: shiv.viral.patel [at] gmail.com