Yash Jitendra Tate
Mechanical Engineering @ The University of Texas | Longhorn Baja Racing Team Captain | Business Minor
- Role
- Team Captain at Longhorn Baja Racing
- Location
- Austin, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Yash Jitendra Tate
Hello, and welcome to my LinkedIn page! My name is Yash Jitendra Tate, and I am a sophomore at the University of Texas at Austin currently studying Mechanical Engineering. As a student passionate about mechanical engineering, I am constantly seeking new opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills in this field.One of my favorite hobbies is 3D printing, which has allowed me to explore my creativity and bring my ideas to life. Additionally, I am an avid Formula 1 fan and enjoy following the latest developments in motorsports. I also have a deep interest in space exploration and keeping up with NASA\'s missions, which inspire me to pursue a career in the aerospace or mechanical industry.
Experience
Team Captain
Feb 2026 — Present · Austin, TX, US
One of two serving Team Captains leading UT Austin’s Baja SAE team in the end-to-end design, manufacturing, validation, and competition of a nationally competitive off-road vehicle.• Direct full-vehicle systems integration across powertrain, chassis, suspension, and electronics, ensuring performance optimization, reliability, and strict rule compliance• Lead technical design reviews and validation strategy, driving data-backed decisions through simulation, testing, and iterative prototyping• Manage cross-functional collaboration between mechanical, manufacturing, and electronics subteams to maintain aggressive build timelines• Oversee project planning, budget allocation, and sponsor engagement while securing technical partnerships and industry mentorship• Mentor and develop members through hands-on training, structured workdays, and accountability systems that foster both engineering rigor and team camaraderie• Represent LBR in professional settings with sponsors, judges, and industry engineers, reinforcing the team’s technical credibility and long-term vision
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Minor, Business Foundations
The University of Texas at Austin
ES 301 Engineering Design and Problem Solving, Dual Credit
Austin Community College
US Government (Dual Credit)
Austin Community College
US History (Dual Credit)
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
James Bowie High School Austin
High School Diploma, STEM Endorsement
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