Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Languages
Timeline
Generic

JOSHIKA PRASAD

Auckland

Summary

Passionate Electrical and Electronic Engineering student eager to apply my knowledge and skills in innovative, forward-thinking teams. I am especially passionate about sustainability and constantly look for smarter, more efficient solutions. Outside of study, I enjoy spending time with friends, reading, and diving into random online content - keeping a balance that fuels both personal and professional growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Intern (Casual)

Pilz NZ
01.2023 - Current
  • Programmed safety controllers to respond to hazardous conditions
  • Wired sensors and safety switches to controllers and connected loads
  • Investigated returned products, diagnosed faults, and wrote technical assessment reports
  • Gained hands-on experience with AS/NZ machinery safety standards
  • Supported other departments in finance, quoting, and customer service
  • Helped process purchase orders, send quotes, and manage training participants
  • Took the Machinesafe course, gaining deeper understanding of risk assessment and safeguarding machinery
  • Assisted in risk assessment reporting and the risk reduction process

Pacific Academy Tutor (Part-time)

University of Auckland
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted year 12 and 13 Pasifika students with NCEA Level 2 & 3 Calculus and Physics
  • Improved communication skills to convey complex ideas in a way that the students understand
  • Adapted to each student's unique approach to learning

Apollo Programme Teaching Assistant (Part-time)

University of Auckland
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted year 12 students to complete NZQA Level 3 Calculus course over the summer holidays
  • Improved communication skills to convey complex ideas in a way that the students understand
  • Adapted to each student's unique approach to learning

Customer Service Representative (Part-time)

Livewire Entertainment
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted customers with enquiries and purchasing decisions related to arcade machines
  • Maintained cleanliness of facilities, including arcade machines, floors, and toilets
  • Served as a waitress during social events
  • Handled customer bookings for parties and events

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK
04-2026

Skills

  • MATLAB programming
  • Skilled in Altium Designer applications
  • Prototyping with Arduino and Raspberry Pi
  • Strong work ethic
  • Active listening
  • Simulation and testing
  • Analog and digital circuit design
  • Circuit assembly expertise
  • Precision measurement skills
  • Dynamic system analysis
  • Proficient in UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces

Accomplishments

MPI Challenge Finalist:

  • Participated in the GirlBoss Edge: Primary Industries leadership accelerator programme.
  • My presentation on climate change impacts and mitigation was selected from over 175 entries.

Affiliations

  • Executive Member
  • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)
  • Member
  • WEN (Women in Engineering Network)
  • SPIES (South Pacific Indigenous Engineering Students)
  • Rainbow Engineering
  • Sustainable Future Collective

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Engineering Intern (Casual)

Pilz NZ
01.2023 - Current

Pacific Academy Tutor (Part-time)

University of Auckland
01.2023 - 01.2024

Apollo Programme Teaching Assistant (Part-time)

University of Auckland
01.2023 - 01.2024

Customer Service Representative (Part-time)

Livewire Entertainment
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University of Auckland

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
JOSHIKA PRASAD