• RÉSUMÉ
  • EDUCATION
  • PROJECTS
  • SKILLS
  • ABOUT ME
  • My Résumé

    MAY 2017 - APRIL 2018
    PnuVax Inc. Biopharmaceuticals
    Biotechnology Intern
    Professional Internship through Queen's Undergraduate Internship Program (QUIP)
    • Used cloud-based asset management software (fiix) to add, track, and manage all facility equipment
    • Created documents for the recommissioning and installation/operation of facility equipment (RECIOQs)
    • Verified and used P&IDs
    • Created and used Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
    • Interpreted ladder logic code to understand equipment function
    • Performed document control tasks
    JUNE 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
    Chess'n Math Association
    Summer Intern
    • Oversaw 3 other interns after being placed in leadership position
    • Designed and implemented a new invetory system
    • Launched and maintained an online vending service through eBay
    • Created promotional videos using whiteboard software
    MAY 2015 - SEPTEMBER 2015
    Best Buy
    Product Process Associate

    AUGUST 2013 - AUGUST 2014
    Metro Inc.
    Deli Clerk

    2014 - Present


    Bachelor of Applied Science


    4th year Mechanical Engineering with Biomechanical option and professional internship

    My Courses

    Biomechanical Courses
    • Kinematics of Human Motion
    • Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
    • Biomechanical Product Development
    • Anatomy of the Human Body
    Mechanical Courses
    • Machine Design
    • Automatic Control
    • Dynamics and Vibration
    • Solid Mechanics
    • Kinematics and Dynamics
    Other Courses
    • Creative Entrepreneurship
    • Engineering Data Analysis
    • Economic and Business Practice

    My Projects

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    Current Projects

      Reducing Energy Cost of Walking  

    For my 4th-year captsone project at Queen's, I'm working with 4 other Mechanical Engineering students to design a passive exoskeleton that reduces the energy cost of walking. Based on the proposed design, a reduction in mechanical energy cost of 8% is estimated. Current next steps include the creation of a prototype and the conducting of both mechanical and metabolic cost testing.

    Completed Projects

      Personal E-Portfolio  

    stev.ca is my most recent project! Creating this website was a learning experience for me, as I had no prior experience with the languages. Using html, CSS, and a litle bit of javascript, I was able to create a site that I hope helps to showcase my portfolio. To keep learning, I'll be creating more websites in the future, as well as updating this one with new code periodically.

      Phone Exercise Classification  

    Machine learning was used to categorize walking, backwards walking, jogging, and skipping using data collected from an iPhone accelerometer and gyroscope. An accuracy of 100% was achieved during testing.

      Ileostomy Bag  

    In this project, I worked with another biomechanical engineering student and three occupational therapy (OT) students to create a customized ileostomy bag for a client with severe vision impairment. Because the client could not see the ilesostomy bag, she had trouble aligning it properly with the stoma, resulting in unwanted leaking of fluid. IDDOV process was used to acheive six sigma, and the satisfaction of the client. Our solution was to add a medical-grade putty to the backside of the bag, where the stoma is inserted. Becuase the putty was flexible, it created a seal around the stoma, and prevented the leaking of intestinal fluid. It also required less precision than a standard ileostomy bag, so the clients declining vision was less impactful.

      Machine Design  

    In this project, I worked with 3 other mechanical engineering students to design a gearbox that optimized speed and towing power. After the design phase, a 3D printer was used to print the gearbox housing, shafts, and gears. As part of the "MECH 323 - Machine Design" class, our gearbox was attached to a model vehicle, and tested on both its top speed and how far it could tow a load.

      Vermicomposting  

    In this project, I worked with 3 other engineering students to solve a problem the Tea Room, a local coffee shop, was having with composting their used coffee grounds. While they had possession of vermicomposting bins (wigwams), they were usuccessful in vermicomposting due to the acidic nature of the coffee grounds. This acidity led to the soil in the bin becoming acidic, which made the environment unhabitable for the worms. The solution was for the shop to also compost eggshells and other basic organic products along with the coffee grounds, to balance the pH of the compost.

      Wind Turbine  

    In this project, I worked with 3 other mechanical engineering students to create a prototype wind turbine. Special care was taken to follow proper engineering design process, to satisfy the stakeholders, and to create a prototype that was effective and environmentally friendly. The prototype was tested on maximum power output and average power output over a 5-minute span in a simulation of possible wind conditions.

    (Some of) My Skills

    Computers

    I've been using computers since I was 6 years old, and all that time has made me pretty good at it. Whether it's using various programs, troubleshooting, or knowing about computer hardware, I'm your guy.

    Public Speaking

    Public speaking has always come easily to me. While I can get a little nervous, I'm able to harness those nerves to keep me alert and on my toes. I'm confident in front of an audience, and can speak clearly and strongly.

    Coding

    While I'm relatively new to the world of coding, I find it incredibly fascinating. Languages I've used in school include Python, Matlab, and Robot C, while in my personal learnings I've used html (with bootstrap), CSS and javascript (with JQuery).

    Scale-Up Documentation

    In my time at PnuVax, I was able to gain a wealth of experience with scale-up documentation as the company was readying to move from the lab/testing phase to the full-scale production phase.

    Ambition

    I'm incredibly driven to accomplish my goals, and that's what allows me to work hard. It doesn't matter how much I work I have to put in if it means that I'll get where I want to go.

    Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

    At school, I've used CAD programs for various projects. Solid Edge was used to design and a portable speaker system, and Siemens NX was used to model all parts of a gearbox for 3D printing. I've also used AutoCAD for work with P&IDs.

    All about .... Me!

    I'm Steven Maddison and I'm a 4th-year Biomechanical Engineering student at Queen's University. I decided to go into mechanical engineering (and specifically biomechanical) because of a long-standing passion I've had for prostetics and prosthetic technology. Prosthetics are able to dramatically improve a person's quality of life, and it's an emerging and exciting field. I look forward to a future where people with physical disabilities can receieve a replacement that is equal, or even better, than the original, and I want to be a part of bringing that future to the present.

    My hobbies include reading books, playing basketball ... or pretty much any other sport, as well as singing and playing guitar (occasionally both at once!). I am extremely curious and spend a significant amount of my time searching for answers to questions that randomly pop into my head. I believe that knowledge is power, and I try to live my life accordingly.

    I'm a very honest person, and open to construtive criticism. I'm level-headed under pressure, and am able to make the right decision when the times get tough. I am an extremely fast learner, and I pride myself on being able to pick up just about anything if I'm given a little time to practice it. Professionally, I'm a good team player, and I'm willing to go above and beyond to get the job done.