Amit Pinto
AUSTIN,TX
Summary
My work focuses on applications in medical devices, biopharmaceutical systems, and healthcare technology solutions. I have an interest in designing and building analog and digital circuits, and I am experienced in using KiCad and Altium for PCB design as well as SolidWorks for 3D modeling and mechanical design.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX
12.2024 - Current
- Contributed to developing a custom EEG–VNS headcap to record EEG data and stimulate the vagus nerve in animal models.
- Designed commutators for precise electrical signal delivery during behavioral testing and fabricated nerve cuffs for surgical implantation.
- Assisted in operating an Open Ephys–based platform for chronic EEG recordings and data acquisition.
- Supported surgical procedures and conducted behavioral assessments to evaluate stimulation effects.
- Awarded the BMEN Researcher Award for Fall 2025 in recognition of contributions to biomedical engineering research
Lifeguard supervisor
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for pool patrons by actively monitoring activities and enforcing safety regulations
- Demonstrated strong communication and leadership skills in high-pressure situations, including emergency responses
Senior Design Project
Abbot
Richardson, TX
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Designed a temperature- and conductivity-controlled saline bath system to simulate physiological conditions for PCB dendritic growth testing.
- Created custom PCBs in Altium for sensor integration and system control.
- Developed a Python-based data logging system capable of recording impedance every 10 minutes for 365 days under a constant DC bias.
Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Biology-1
University Of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Provided academic support to over 250 students on core biology concepts including cellular structures, genetics, and biochemistry.
- Conducted regular office hours to assist students with coursework, reports, and exam preparation
Education
Biomedical Engineering -
University Of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, Texas01.2026
Austin High School
Austin, Texas01.2022
Vidyashilp Academy
Bangalore, India01.2021
Skills
- KiCad
- Altium
- SolidWorks
- Python
- MATLAB
- C
- Excel
- LabView
- Data analysis
Accomplishments
Biomedical Engineering Scholar-Fall 2025
Timeline
Senior Design Project
Abbot
08.2025 - 05.2026
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Dallas
12.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Biology-1
University Of Texas At Dallas
05.2024 - 12.2025
Lifeguard supervisor
10.2023 - Current
Biomedical Engineering -
University Of Texas At Dallas
Austin High School
Vidyashilp Academy