I’m currently pursuing my B.S. in Computer Engineering at UIC, where my core focus is systems integration—specifically bridging physical hardware with intelligent software. As the Electrical Lead for our SAE Baja team, I apply this constraint-driven mindset to everything from physical vehicle electrical systems to how we structure our engineering workflows. Recently, while planning the vehicle’s electrical subsystem under a strict power budget, my team integrated AI directly into our process as an active research node to evaluate parts, determine optimal wire gauges, and run complex time-based battery calculations. This experience reinforced my approach to problem-solving: treating AI not just as a standalone software tool, but as a highly capable component integrated within a larger, efficient system.