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Elliot Brainerd

Goleta,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented engineer with a robust background in developing control logic and automation solutions for industrial systems, including large-scale ammonia refrigeration applications. Skilled in Python, C++, and PLC programming, with a proven ability to translate system requirements into scalable, efficient code. Recently completed PLC Fundamentals training to expand hands-on expertise in industrial control systems. Passionate about transitioning into controls engineering to design and optimize electromechanical systems, backed by a strong foundation in software development and complex problem-solving.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Engineer

CrossnoKaye
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Developed and implemented Python-based control logic for large-scale ammonia refrigeration systems, ensuring precise operation and optimizing energy efficiency.
  • Collaborated with control and refrigeration engineers to translate technical narratives and system requirements into functional, reliable automation solutions.
  • Designed algorithms to regulate control points, improving system performance and reliability for industrial applications.
  • Refactored legacy codebases to enhance maintainability, enabling seamless integration of future control system updates.

Software Engineer

DAC International
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Programmed C and C++ applications to generate CNC lathe-compatible files, optimizing tool paths for precision manufacturing using calculus and numerical analysis.
  • Built React-based user interfaces for controlling CNC machinery, enhancing operator efficiency and system usability.
  • Modernized legacy codebases, improving performance and aligning with current development standards.

Software Developer Intern

CIO Technologies
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Supported development of warehouse management software in JavaScript and PHP, integrating automated workflows to streamline operations.

Software Engineer Intern

Toyon Research Corporation
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Optimized video processing algorithms by converting MATLAB scripts to C++ "mex" functions, achieving up to 26x faster computational efficiency for real-time applications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
03.2021

Skills

  • Programming: Python, C, C, JavaScript, React, MySQL
  • Controls & Automation: Control system design, PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text), automation logic
  • Tools: Git, Linux, Bash
  • Technical: Strong math background (calculus, numerical analysis), complex problem solving, system optimization
  • Soft Skills: Collaboration, project management, agile methodologies

Certification

PLC Fundamentals – PLC Dojo (Udemy), February 2025

  • Gained practical skills in ladder logic, structured text, and PLC programming for industrial automation.

Projects

Founder/Software Engineering Manager - 07/2022 to 01/2023

Delivery Dudes

  • Managed a team of seven software engineers and community managers in order to build a suite of software tools including a cryptocurrency creator and a cryptocurrency exchange.
  • Wrote backend software in Javascript for creating custom cryptocurrencies given a list of parameters and customer specifications.
  • Evaluated ongoing development efforts, providing feedback on potential methods of expediting completion and improving final results.

Timeline

Software Engineer

CrossnoKaye
09.2023 - 02.2025

Software Engineer

DAC International
10.2021 - 10.2022

Software Developer Intern

CIO Technologies
05.2021 - 09.2021

Software Engineer Intern

Toyon Research Corporation
09.2017 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

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