Sarika Kumar
About Sarika Kumar
Sarika Kumar is a Mechanical Engineer and Design Associate with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Davis. She has experience in product design, marketing development, and data analysis, having worked with companies such as HP and Terabase Energy.
Work at Terabase Energy
Sarika Kumar currently holds the position of Mechanical Engineer & Design Associate at Terabase Energy, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she contributes to various engineering projects and design initiatives. Previously, she worked as an Associate Engineer at the same company from 2019 to 2020, where she assisted in engineering tasks and supported the development of marketing and branding strategies. Her ongoing involvement in Terabase Energy highlights her commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions.
Education and Expertise
Sarika Kumar studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Davis, from 2018 to 2023. During her five years of study, she focused on design principles and engineering practices. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering, which she applies in her current role and previous internships. Additionally, she has developed skills in user interface design and data analysis, enhancing her technical expertise.
Previous Experience at HP
Sarika Kumar has held multiple internship positions at HP. She worked as a Product Design Engineering Intern ASE for two months in 2015, followed by a Mechanical Engineering Intern role for six months in 2020. In 2016, she served as a Product Quality & Data Analysis Intern for two months. These experiences allowed her to gain practical knowledge in product design, quality analysis, and engineering processes within a corporate environment.
Background in Coaching and Design
Before her engineering career, Sarika Kumar worked as an Assistant Coach at Timberhill Tennis Club from 2016 to 2018. This role involved coaching and mentoring young athletes, showcasing her leadership skills. Additionally, she served as the Head Graphic Designer at PERIOD. in 2018, where she contributed to graphic design projects for seven months. Her diverse background reflects her versatility in both engineering and creative fields.
Technical Projects and Contributions
Sarika Kumar has engaged in various technical projects throughout her career. Notably, she developed a simple GPS to KML file converter using Python, demonstrating her programming skills. She also contributed to the development of a user interface for an online software platform using Adobe XD and analyzed platform data through Excel Macros. These projects highlight her ability to integrate technical knowledge with practical applications.