Andrew C. Keech
Bloomington,MN
Summary
Experienced electrical engineer proficient in PCB design, custom embedded systems development with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP, and PIC microcontrollers. Deep knowledge of semiconductor design, including chip design, packaging, and characterization. Skilled in analog circuit design and adept at conducting precise semiconductor measurements. Experienced in Python, C/C++, and assembly language scripting. Passionate about integrating hardware and software from initial PCB and chip design to final product development, ensuring optimal functionality and innovation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
Lightwave Photonics
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked with epitaxial engineers creating micro LEDs.
- Set up and ran various semiconductor characterization machines testing a number of different properties of wafer samples, such as reflectivity and composition, carrier concentration and mobility, band gap, and lattice spacing.
- Experience with characterization machines including a MMR Technologies Hall Effect system and Filmetrics F20 Thin-Film Analyzer, X-Ray Diffraction and Photoluminescence machines.
- Developed work plans for various personnel roles based on strengths and talents.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
CAD Designer
Keech Design, LLC
06.2022 - Current
- Founded a small business providing 3D printed tools for guitar pedal builders, and partnered with both domestic and international dealers.
- Created CAD models and drawings for 3D printed designs.
- Lead product development efforts with timely creation of 2D drawings and 3D models based on client requirements.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Design Engineer I
Trusted Semiconductor Solutions
06.2020 - 03.2023
- PCB Design Engineer creating multilayer PCBs for custom radiation hardened test chips and interfacing boards.
- Experience with designing multilayer, controlled impedance, and HDI PCBs for lab and radiation testing.
- Extensive experience with creating CAD drawings and 3D models using Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor.
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and computer models.
- Built functional prototypes of products, components and test systems for custom proprietary test chips.
CNC Machinist
Brixon Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2020
- Utilized Bridgeport CNC and manual mills to perform machining on hundreds of different internal and custom client parts.
- Designed custom programs using Mastercam software to create machined parts out of aluminum, steel, iron, alloys, and various plastics directly from technical drawings.
- Maintain records of machine behaviors to improve part times, efficiency, and tool life.
- Study blueprints, work instruction, sketches, drawings and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances on all customer and in house parts.
- Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN12.2021
Associate of Science - Engineering Broad Field
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN2017
Skills
- PCB Design, Simulation, and Layout
- BOM creation, part selection, and obsolescence checks for PCBA components
- Circuit/PWB analysis with SPICE simulation, 3D field solvers, and SI/PI analysis tools
- Embedded Systems (Microchip PIC microcontrollers, ESP32, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi modules)
- Programming in C, C, Assembly, Python, and MATLAB
- CAD Software (Inventor, Autodesk, SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Mastercam)
- Completing complex projects both independently and in teams to consistently meet strict client milestones and deadlines
Timeline
Engineer
Lightwave Photonics
01.2024 - 06.2024
CAD Designer
Keech Design, LLC
06.2022 - Current
Design Engineer I
Trusted Semiconductor Solutions
06.2020 - 03.2023
CNC Machinist
Brixon Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Associate of Science - Engineering Broad Field
Normandale Community College