Lukas Mateju
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Operations Engineering
Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan
Aug 2023 — Present
- GPA: 3.2/4.0 | Minor in Computer Science, International Minor for Engineers
- Relevant Courses: Probability and Statistics for Engineers, Operations Engineering and Analytics, Optimization Methods, Data Structures and Algorithm Programming, Data Analytics, Markov Processes, Statistics and AI
- Completed Engineering Study Abroad Program at Nebrija University (Madrid, Spain | May 2024 — July 2024)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Automation Engineering Intern
Los Alamos, NM
Los Alamos National Laboratory
June 2025 — Present
- Spearheaded design and fabrication of a modular purification panel to streamline hot cell isotope workflows, boosting consistency, safety, and operator ergonomics under strict spatial, material, and radiation constraints
- Integrated necessary chemical hardware into panel design with custom 3D-printed clips that allowed for reproducibility and cheap manufacturing for each isotope separation process, decreasing production costs by 32%
- Developed PLC programs for automation hardware that helped with isotope processing and activity detection, reducing the need for manual operation and improving processing times by 18%
Industrial Engineering Intern
Kentwood, MI
Swoboda Technologies Inc.
June 2023 — December 2023
- Designed and optimized autonomous production lines for high-profile clients, including Tesla, GHSP, GM, and BOSCH, utilizing CAD to develop customized manufacturing systems that improved reliability and performance
- Aided production line optimization efforts by streamlining workflows, reducing downtime, and enhancing overall system productivity through data-driven analysis and cross-functional c ollaboration
- Conducted time and motion studies on autonomous production lines to identify inefficiencies, optimize SOP’s, and improve workstation layouts, increasing productivity and reducing cycle times by 15 seconds per part
LEADERSHIP/PROJECT EXPERIENCE
President
Ann Arbor, MI
Michigan Czech Student Association
August 2023 — Present
- Increased membership by 20% over the course of 6 months along with improving campus visibility utilizing outreach campaigns, expanding partnerships with international programs, and expanding social media presence
Outfitting Coordinator
Ann Arbor, MI
Michigan Human Powered Submarine
August 2024 — Present
- Collaborated on submarine design, manufacturing, and outfitting of critical submarine components, ensuring structural integrity and ergonomic configurations to enhance pilot comfort, maneuverability, and safety
Project Manager: Stumble
Ann Arbor, MI
Michigan Build & Launch
January 2024 — February 2025
- Led and managed a multi-disciplinary team of 6 students in developing a full-stack social media platform for students, gaining expertise in front-end and back-end web development using React, JavaScript, and Next.js
- Directed the full project lifecycle from concept to deployment, honing project management skills by prioritizing feature development, coordinating tasks, and ensuring seamless integration of UMich API
Grandville, MI
Grandville, MI
Michigan Czech Student Association
August 2021 — June 2023
- Mentored elementary students in robotics, teaching engineering concepts and block-based coding while developing structured lesson plans and hands-on activities to strengthen problem-solving and technical skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
LANGUAGES: Czech (Full Professional Proficiency), Spanish (Limited Working Proficiency)
TECHNICAL SKILLS: C++, Python, SQL, Java, React, CSS, HTML, MATLAB, Microsoft Suite, CAD (Solidworks, Inventor, Onshape, Fusion 360, AutoCAD), Figma, Canva, Machine Learning, PLC Programming
INTERESTS: Triathlons, Skiing, Backpacking, Rock Climbing, Collecting Records, Traveling, 3D Printing, Battle Bots