Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Leadership and community service
Engineering Projects
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Austin Kwentua

Austin Kwentua

Houston,TX

Summary

Electrical Engineering Senior adept in hardware circuitry design, testing, and optimization. Proven track record in product management, strategy, and development, with a keen interest in network, systems, and cloud computing. Skilled in leading cross-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions. Seeking opportunities in hardware, automation, network engineering, and solutions architect roles.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machinery Controls/ Instrumentation Intern

ExxonMobil
2023.05 - 2023.08
  • Engineered network technologies, advancing the design, implementation, and operation of critical industrial systems.
  • Assisted in designing reliable, scalable, and high-performance network features by working closely with senior engineers
  • Performed quality assurance and network reviews, identifying risks and bugs in network implementations, including IP address troubleshooting and process automation.
  • Developed network automation tools to streamline operations, testing, and incident management in fast-paced environments.

NCP Systems Intern

Boeing
2022.05 - 2022.08


  • Conducted a comprehensive audit and executed 10 test cases for the 3DExperience software, ensuring robust application functionality and error-free capabilities. Leveraged AGILE methodologies to streamline testing processes, optimizing software performance for enhanced efficiency.
  • Led the development of an updated NC training curriculum, authoring user stories for design and engineering teams to align with the latest technological advancements.
  • Oversaw the integration of advanced machining techniques and manufacturing methods, utilizing roadmaps to ensure a seamless transition to new software and equipment, aligning with cloud-based and real-time monitoring practices for precision.


Product Management Intern

Next Gen Energy X
2021.05 - 2021.08
  • Spearheaded the design of an innovative smart generator fueled by recycled wasted energy and solar power, tailored for in-home emergency use, showcasing a commitment to sustainable and efficient solutions
  • Employed advanced product management methodologies by meticulously analyzing customers' technical requirements by collaborating with professionals in the energy industry to conduct a thorough competitor analysis on existing products and conducting insightful user interviews
  • Led a comprehensive patent study, while ensuring quality assurance processes for network and hardware components, ensuring reliable performance and identifying potential issues
  • Performed competitor analysis with professionals from the energy industry on pre-existing products to identify potential improvements and delivered product demo

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Houston, Cullen College of Engineering
12.2024

Skills

  • Linux
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • Microsoft Office
  • C Programming

Certification

  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Data Science Institute Certification In Cluster Computing
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner

Leadership and community service

  • Resident Advisor, Houston, TX, 08/2022, Present, Contributed to the facilitation of a safe and supportive environment, positively impacting student success and well-being.
  • Finance Chair, National Society of Black Engineers, Houston, TX, 10/2021, Present, Proactively identified and engaged with potential chapter sources for fundraising, demonstrating effective networking and outreach skills in securing financial support.

Engineering Projects

Mechanical Bench Testing for Exoskeleton -Noninvasive Brain Center, 01/2024-Present

  • Leading a team in the development of a motor control system for the Noninvasive Brain Center, overseeing project planning, execution, and coordination.


  • Spearheading the implementation of CAN FD (Controller Area Network Flexible Data-rate) communication protocol for real-time interaction between a laptop application and the motor control system.


  • Collaborating with team members to integrate components for network deployment, including Escon microcontroller, Teensy, torque measurement system, and power supply for seamless operation of the motor control system.

Timeline

Machinery Controls/ Instrumentation Intern

ExxonMobil
2023.05 - 2023.08

NCP Systems Intern

Boeing
2022.05 - 2022.08

Product Management Intern

Next Gen Energy X
2021.05 - 2021.08

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Houston, Cullen College of Engineering
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Data Science Institute Certification In Cluster Computing
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
Austin Kwentua