Teuku M. Rizal Ramadhan

Mechanical Engineering Student | Energy Systems & AI/Robotics Researcher
Yogyakarta, ID.

About

Highly motivated Mechanical Engineering student at Universitas Gadjah Mada with a strong focus on mechanical design, advanced energy systems, and AI/machine learning applications. Experienced in hydrogen storage, electrolysis, and fuel cell research, I am passionate about developing sustainable, innovative engineering solutions. My collaborative approach, technical acumen, and problem-solving skills enable me to thrive in dynamic research environments and contribute to global challenges in renewable energy.

Work

Dynamics Laboratory, UGM
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Research Assistant

Summary

Collaborates on developing advanced robotic inspection tools by integrating AI-enhanced computer vision and machine learning for defect detection in piping systems.

Highlights

Collaborated with a team to develop a 3-axis soft robotics pipeline inspection tool, integrating AI-enhanced Arduino computer vision and machine learning using Python to detect and classify internal defects in piping systems.

Indonesia-NTU Singapore Institute of Research for Sustainability and Innovation (INSPIRASI)
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Research & Project Assistant

Summary

Contributes to cutting-edge research in solid-state hydrogen storage and PEM fuel cell technology, optimizing material performance and system efficiency.

Highlights

Assisted in optimizing carbon-based materials for solid-state hydrogen storage by designing and testing Sievert-type apparatus to evaluate adsorption and desorption capacities.

Conducted ex-situ and in-situ experiments for PEM Fuel Cell Technology, studying surface wettability and analyzing water droplet behavior on Proton Exchange Membranes to enhance water management and optimize fuel cell performance.

Pertamina EP Cepu Zone 13
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Operation & Surface Facilities Intern

Summary

Conducted engineering analysis and simulation to enhance operational efficiency and identify root causes of equipment issues in a natural gas processing plant.

Highlights

Conducted a comparative analysis of Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) implementation across various equipment in Donggi Natural Gas Processing Plant, enhancing inspection strategies and operational efficiency.

Investigated fin fan heat exchanger leakage by analyzing gas samples using gas chromatography and simulating fluid behavior through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to identify root causes.

PLN Indonesia Power Kamojang Geothermal Power Plant
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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Summary

Gained comprehensive knowledge of Geothermal Power Plant operations and assisted in Green Hydrogen Plant initiatives, focusing on system optimization.

Highlights

Gained comprehensive knowledge of Geothermal Power Plant operations through visual inspection and safety patrol, while assisting in Green Hydrogen Plant operations.

Conducted a feasibility study to enhance the Green Hydrogen Plant's cooling system by evaluating and integrating a heat exchanger solution and simulating system behavior using CFD, resulting in significantly improved energy efficiency and reduced water consumption.

Center for Energy Studies, UGM
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Project Assistant

Summary

Recreated and refined a Sievert-type volumetric apparatus for hydrogen storage research, ensuring high precision and industry compliance.

Highlights

Recreated a Sievert-type volumetric apparatus to evaluate the hydrogen storage potential of green coke-based carbon materials, in collaboration with PT Pertamina RTI.

Assisted in design, calibration, and validation processes, ensuring the apparatus met industry standards for research precision.

Mechanical Engineering, UGM
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Capstone Project Lead

Summary

Led the design and construction of a rotary incline soil shifter for a farmer SME, optimizing organic fertilizer production through comprehensive engineering.

Highlights

Collaborated with a team to design and build a rotary incline soil shifter for a farmer SME in Yogyakarta, optimizing organic fertilizer production.

Managed material research, calculations, and manufacturing processes for the Capstone Project, ensuring project completion within scope.

Volunteer

Community Service (KKN) – Biak, Papua
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Public Relations & Tourism Staff

Summary

Enhanced local tourism visibility through public relations and community-based initiatives, collaborating with national agencies.

Highlights

Conducted promotional and outreach activities, enhancing local tourism visibility through community-based initiatives.

Collaborated with national channels such as the Ministry of Tourism and Wonderful Indonesia to amplify tourism promotion efforts.

Dept. of Mechanical & Industrial Eng. Library, UGM
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Library Assistant

Summary

Managed and organized academic resources to enhance accessibility and support weekly library operations for the Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Department.

Highlights

Cataloged and organized academic resources to improve accessibility and usability for students and faculty.

Managed weekly library operations, contributing to an efficient and organized study environment.

BEM-KM UGM (Student Executive Board)
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Strategic Analysis Staff

Summary

Performed policy analysis by reviewing strategic national issue analyses and co-authored environmental & socio-economic reports.

Highlights

Performed policy analysis by conducting a comprehensive review of strategic national issue analyses throughout the year.

Co-authored environmental and socio-economic reports on national policy, including analysis of Job Creation Law impact.

Student Energy Council (Dewan Energi Mahasiswa)
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Head of Documentation and Publication

Summary

Coordinated documentation and publication for company visits, managing media assets to promote student-industry interaction.

Highlights

Coordinated documentation and publication for company visits, including to PT Geo Dipa, ensuring comprehensive records.

Managed publication assets, directing, capturing, and compiling professional-grade media to promote student-industry interaction.

Student Energy Council (Dewan Energi Mahasiswa)
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Electricity and Energy Technology Researcher

Summary

Led renewable energy initiatives, organized solar energy workshops, and researched energy technologies and policies to analyze national energy issues.

Highlights

Led renewable energy initiatives, including organizing solar energy workshops to promote sustainable practices.

Conducted in-depth research on energy technologies and policies, providing thorough analysis of national energy issues.

Student Energy Council (Dewan Energi Mahasiswa)
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New & Renewable Energy and Energy Conserv. Researcher

Summary

Conducted research on renewable energy systems, supported advocacy efforts, and authored reports on policies and current issues.

Highlights

Conducted research on renewable energy systems, providing data-driven insights to support advocacy efforts.

Authored reports on policies and current issues in renewable energy development, contributing to informed discussions.

Google Developer Student Club (GDSC)
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Developer

Summary

Co-developed a mobile health app prototype with a user-friendly UI/UX design to monitor child development and prevent stunting.

Highlights

Co-developed a mobile health app by creating a user-friendly UIUX prototype using Figma to make Sprout, a Flutter-based app.

Designed the application to monitor child development and prevent stunting, addressing a critical health need.

Education

Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM)
Yogyakarta, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Bachelor of Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Courses

Final Project: Influence of Wettability on Bubble Detachment in Alkaline Water Electrolysis for Enhanced Hydrogen Production (ongoing)

UGM & Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Program

Interdisciplinary Program (Solar Energy Systems & Sustainability Practices)

Courses

Engaged in an interdisciplinary program with SUTD focused on modeling solar energy systems and sustainability practices, integrating technical analysis with real-world applications.

Participated in community-based solar panel installations in local villages, enhancing cross-cultural collaboration and contributing to local energy empowerment.

Ministry of Environment & Forestry

Training

GHG Emissions Inventory & Mitigation (Energy Sector)

Courses

Acquired hands-on experience in calculating and reporting GHG emissions in the energy sector by analyzing emission sources and applying mitigation strategies based on IPCC Guidelines.

Awards

Best Presentation Award

Awarded By

FACT UGM-SUTD Program

Awarded for presenting an interdisciplinary project on solar energy systems during interdisciplinary fieldwork and community engagement in collaboration with SUTD.

Delegate

Awarded By

IMechE Speak Out for Engineering

Represented Universitas Gadjah Mada on the national stage, presenting on decentralized energy solutions for Indonesia through micro-hydro power plants.

Top 30 Proposal

Awarded By

Path Business Case Competition

Ranked in the Top 30 out of 260+ teams for a proposal developed for DANA, a fintech company, focusing on strategies to enhance financial inclusion.

Finalist

Awarded By

SREnclusivity Engineering Case Competition

Finalist for designing a renewable energy power plant in IKN, Indonesia's New Capital, featuring a perovskite-based solar grid.

1st Place - Photography Competition

Awarded By

Teknisiaide

Awarded 1st place in the Photography Competition.

1st Place - Photography Competition

Awarded By

Wiswakharman Expo

Awarded 1st place in the Photography Competition.

Most Favorite - Photography Competition

Awarded By

Perspektif Universitas Mataram

Recognized as 'Most Favorite' in the Photography Competition.

Top 25 Case Study

Awarded By

Ganesha Students Innovation Summit, ITB

Ranked in the Top 25 for a technology case study competition, showcasing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

1st Place - Video Contest

Awarded By

Fooderation

Awarded 1st place in the Video Contest.

1st Place

Awarded By

FTF English Debate Competition

Awarded 1st place for showcasing strong communication and critical thinking in an English debate competition.

Languages

English

Fluent

Indonesian

Native

French

Basic

Certificates

Open Water SCUBA Diving

Issued By

CMAS

Python

Issued By

Dicoding

SQL

Issued By

Dicoding

Data Science Basics

Issued By

Dicoding

Data Science with SAP Analytics Cloud

Issued By

ASEAN Foundation

Skills

Programming & Data Analysis

Python, C++, Arduino, JavaScript, SQLite, DAQ.

Design & Simulation

Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, ANSYS (Fluent & Mechanical), ABAQUS, MATLAB, PVsyst.

Energy Systems

Solar PV, PEM fuel cells, Hydrogen production & storage, Micro-hydropower.

Productivity & Design Tools

Git, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams), Adobe Premiere, Lightroom, Canva, CorelDraw, Figma, Photography, Videography.