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Bryan Quek Chih Wen

Redland, Bristol,Bristol

Summary

Aerospace Engineering MEng student graduating in 2026 with experience in composite structures, CAD design, finite element analysis, and aerodynamic development. Skilled in CATIA V5, ABAQUS, MATLAB, and engineering analysis through academic and research projects. Interested in applying structural and manufacturing engineering knowledge within aerospace design and integration environments.

Overview

5
5
years of post-secondary education

Education

MEng - Aerospace Engineering

University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom
09.2022 - 06.2026

A-Levels -

Sunway College
01.2020 - 01.2021

Skills

  • CAD Modelling: CATIA V5, engineering drawings, composite part design, layups simulation
  • Problem-solving
  • Finite Element Analysis: ABAQUS, structural simulation, composite analysis
  • Aerodynamics & CFD: XFOIL, CFD analysis, aerodynamic optimisation
  • Programming: MATLAB, Python
  • Manufacturing Knowledge: Composite manufacturing processes, material behaviour, manufacturing cost estimation
  • Engineering: Structural analysis, technical reporting, teamwork and project coordination

Academic Experience

  • Aerodynamic Lead – AVDASI2 UAV Project | 2023–2024: Led aerodynamic design activities for a UAV platform focused on long-endurance performance, Conducted aerofoil optimisation using XFOIL and validated aerodynamic performance through wind tunnel testing, Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members throughout the design and development process, Supported engineering design activities involving CAD modelling and structural considerations.
  • Project Lead – Engineers Without Borders Design Project | 2022–2023: Managed project task allocation and coordinated team progress through regular meetings, Collaborated with team members to develop and improve engineering design concepts, Developed leadership, communication, and project coordination skills within a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Research Project – Feasibility of Composite Material as Hydrogen Storage Tank in the Aerospace Industry | 2024–2025: Investigated hydrogen permeability behaviour in composite materials for aerospace storage applications, Applied analytical and experimental methods to evaluate pressure variation and permeation coefficients, Gained understanding of composite material behaviour, manufacturing considerations, and structural performance, Produced technical analysis and engineering reports based on experimental findings.
  • AVDASI4 Group Design Project - Water Bomber Design | 2025-2026: Performed performance analysis on the designed firefighting water bomber and sized the fuel and water tank accordingly. Manufacturing and maintenance cost were analysed during the course of the project to meet the hypothetical competitive market.

Relevant Engineering Coursework

  • Designed and modelled composite aerospace components using CATIA V5 during university design coursework
  • Performed finite element analysis using ABAQUS to evaluate structural behaviour and stress distribution
  • Studied composite manufacturing methods and aerospace material applications
  • Applied engineering analysis methods to structural and aerodynamic design problems

Languages

English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Malay
Fluent

Timeline

MEng - Aerospace Engineering

University of Bristol
09.2022 - 06.2026

A-Levels -

Sunway College
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bryan Quek Chih Wen