Raphael C. Murillo

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING // DESIGNING // BUILDING

Currently: 2nd Year @ DLSU Manila

Status: Available for Internships

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I build prototypes because I like seeing ideas become real.

I'm drawn to elegant solutions, especially tools I'd want to use myself. Most of my projects start from everyday problems, curiosity, or small moments that feel worth exploring. For me, engineering is less about grand ideas and more about careful iteration, physical constraints, and making things that simply work — and feel right.

Personal History

Education
Experience
Certifications

Tools & Capabilities

Software

SolidWorksPythonFusion 360OnShape
BlenderSimScaleMATLABKiCadC/C++SQLReactFigmaOrca Slicer

Fabrication

3D Printing (FDM)PCB SolderingLathe Machining
CNC MillingLaser CuttingWelding (SMAW)

Interests

MechatronicsFEA/CFDRapid PrototypingDFAMCAMMetrology

Soft Skills

Technical WritingProject ManagementPresenting/Public Speaking

My Approach

01.

Form Follows Function (But Function Can Be Beautiful)

I don't compromise performance for aesthetics, but I believe good design considers both.

02.

Iterate in Public

Failed prototypes teach more than successful ones. I document the mess, not just the wins.

03.

Engineering is Communication

If I can't explain how it works, I don't understand it well enough. I value clarity over complexity.

04.

Build, Measure, Learn

CAD is the hypothesis. The prototype is the experiment. Data informs the next iteration.

By The Numbers

247
Prototypes Tested
12
Failed Prints This Month
Cups of Coffee
5
Programming Languages
8
Countries Visited
1
Passion for Making Things Work

Open to Opportunities

I'm actively looking for internships in mechanical design, robotics, or manufacturing — and I'm equally open to collaborative projects with fellow makers. If you have an interesting problem, I want to hear about it.