Osman Hameed | Sleek Portfolio

About Me

Hey there, I’m Osman Hameed, a biomedical engineering student at Wayne State University who’s passionate about solving real-world problems through hands-on design, research, and teamwork. One of my proudest moments was recently when my team and I took first place at the National Siemens Realize LIVE Design Hackathon. We represented Wayne State University and designed a fully developed gaming immersion device I like to call The Gamer’s Gauntlet; a wearable piece of tech designed to let people access an even deeper level of virtual immersion all while being chosen as the winning team for the most sustainable and creative design. That experience showed me how engineering can be impactful, especially when you focus on the problem and spending every minute solving it.

In the research world, I currently work in two labs and have been for almost two years. In Dr. Cameron Bass’s lab, I helped build a three-point bone breaking fixture to understand the fracture pattern, set up systems of project executions for several workstations, and organized a complete database for the lab’s research, comprising thousands of biomedical journals. In my second position, I worked on building flexible brain ventricle models using patient MRI data and helped design the curing rigs used to produce the models. These projects taught me to approach problems with intention and curiosity, whether I’m modeling, prototyping, or analyzing data.

At the core of it all, I believe in the work I do. I care about building things that help people and progress innovation, and I aim to bring absolute effort and focus into everything. Whether that’s CAD design, validation testing, or just sticking to a routine for consistent results. I’m not trying to be perfect; instead, I’m trying to grow, continue learning, and do meaningful work that lasts.

Experience

Student Researcher – Wayne State University (Jan 2024 – Present)

  • Developed brain ventricle models using flexible materials based on MRI scans for hydrocephalus testing.
  • Built a custom curing rig for accurate anatomical replication.
  • Improved quality of prototypes from non-waterproof to durable, clear models used in ongoing research.
  • Acknowledged in upcoming scientific journal detailing the design and validation process.
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Research Assistant – Wayne State University (Sep 2023 – Present)

  • Designed a hydraulic-powered fracture fixture to break cow ribs under controlled pressure.
  • Contributed to U.S. Army-funded research on ballistic materials mimicking human tissue response.
  • Collaborated with graduate students across multi-disciplinary biomechanics projects.
Bone Fracture Rig Side View Bone Fracture Setup Close-Up

Education

  • B.S. Biomedical Engineering – Wayne State University (2023 – 2027) – Detroit, MI
  • Certificate of Completion – Darussalam Seminary (2022-2023) – Chicago, IL
  • High School Diploma – 3.89 GPA – Troy High School (2018 – 2022) – Troy, MI

Projects

Siemens Design Hack Champion – VR Haptic Glove (2025)

  • Won first place at Siemens-Sony design hackathon for accessible VR innovation.
  • Led design of FormLock, a novel flexion-restricting feature for realistic object-specific haptics.
  • Presented live at Realize LIVE 2025 Detroit to OEM Council execs from Siemens, Sony, and GM.
Winning moment with congrats slide Our group presenting Osman solo shot Full team together Working hard at the event All teams cheering

3D-Printed Manual Gearbox (Fall 2023)

  • Designed and printed working manual transmission with gears (1-4 + reverse).
  • Applied CAD and mechanical system design using Siemens NX.
  • Gained hands-on practice in kinematics, material science, and assembly.
3D Printed Gearbox Front View Manual Gearbox Internal Gears

Assistive Robotic Arm (Fall 2024)

  • Designed and built a robotic assistive device for a classmate with disabilities.
  • Enabled tasks like pressing buttons and switches through CAD-optimized movement.
  • Integrated user feedback for ergonomic and functional iteration.
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Awards & Honors

  • Siemens Realize LIVE Hackathon Winner (2025): Led the design for our winning device, mentored by industry professionals, presented sustainable VR prototype live on stage.
  • Stellantis Student Awards Scholarship (2023): Recognized for academic achievement, community impact, and leadership potential.

Organizations

  • Vice President – Muslim Society of Engineers (2025 – Present): Led initiatives connecting faith and engineering through mentorship, technical workshops, and cross-campus collaboration.
  • Social Events Coordinator – Muslim Student Association (2024 – Present): Organized large-scale iftar dinners, speaker panels, and outreach events to foster community and spiritual growth.
  • Treasurer – Biomedical Engineering Society (2024 – Present): Managed budgets, tracked expenses, and led fundraising efforts by overseeing all BMES merchandise operations, including sales, inventory, and financial handling for events and initiatives.

Skills

  • Engineering Tools & Prototyping: CAD (NX, AutoCAD, Fusion), 3D Printing, Arduino, Technical Documentation, Raspberry Pi, Electronic Configuration, Schematics
  • Programming & Analysis: MATLAB, Python, MathCad, MultiSim, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Office, Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Web Design & Front-End Technologies: Deployed responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with AI-assisted implementation; familiar with UI customization, interactive features, and GitHub Pages
  • Design & Compliance: Design for Accessibility, User Feedback Integration, CITI-Certified Research Ethics, Design Processes & Regulatory Compliance

Media & Recognition

  • Siemens Blog – Digital Transformation Delivered: “Congratulations to Greenprint Team from Wayne State University, well done Mehreen, Pihoo, Aditi, Shree and Osman!” Read article
  • Siemens Academic Blog – Education and Industry Collaborate: “Wayne State University team triumphed in the Student Sustainability Design Hack created by Sony” Read article
  • Siemens Newsroom – Realize LIVE Americas Recap (Day 3): “…the participants from Wayne State were chosen as the winners both for their different approach to the challenge and for the unique final design that set them apart from their competitors.” Read article

Contact

Email: osmanhameed00@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/osman-hameed-004881207

Let’s Connect

I’m open to engineering internships and co-ops. If you’re building something impactful, I’d love to hear from you.

Send me an email

Prefer a resume? Just reach out and I’ll send it over.