Ismael Hernandez
610 Valentine Drive, Durango,CO
Summary
A motivated Engineer-in-Training specializing in PCB design and testing, seeking to leverage a strong work ethic, and leadership skills in an Electrical Engineering role. Committed to continuous learning and problem-solving, with the ability to obtain results to enhance productivity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Student
Fort Lewis College/StoneAge
Durango, USA
08.2024 - Current
- Contributed to control system firmware using STM32 CubeIDE for the manual control of the X and Z axes using two Teknic motors.
- Developed a prototype using breadboards, and utilized an oscilloscope to refine step signals from rotary encoders and push buttons.
- Developed a multi-layer PCB with 24V and 5V logic signals to increase signal efficiency for the control system.
- Utilized standard PCB layer stacking methods according to Altium to develop two ground planes.
- Performed signal testing to assess the functionality of the developed PCB using a function generator and an oscilloscope.
- Developed emergency safety features that comply with WJTA regulations, including a diverter valve.
- Developed CAM files for PCB manufacturing, and created a BOM for the developed PCB.
Engineering Student
Fort Lewis College
Durango, USA
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Updated already established Arduino code (based on C/C++) and developed new iterations of code to control commands, power, and small motors.
- Utilized ASCII code and Arduino commands to remotely operate subsystems in the stratosphere from a command center at ground.
- Designed and constructed a PCB based on previous protoboard iterations by mapping wire connections based on visual solder locations.
- Designed and constructed a COMMS and power PCB to increase communication efficiency and monitor subsystem power.
- Utilized SPI and I2C communication to increase the efficiency of communication between the command system and subsystems.
- Constructed two radiation-blocking structures out of aluminum and copper to contain the Geiger counters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO05.2025
Skills
- Familiar with Autodesk Fusion
- Proficient in Eagle
- Proficient in Python
- Proficient in C/C
- Proficient in Abaqus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in AutoCAD
- Proficient with an oscilloscope
- Proficient with a function generator
- Proficient in soldering
Extracurricular Activities
Residential Assistant, Fort Lewis College, 08/01/22, 05/31/24, Developed communication and mediation skills through interactions with residents. Hired as a Senior Residential Assistant to assist the new Residential Director during their starting period. Planned and held staff meetings to relay information from higher management to residential assistants. Assisted with the recruitment and hiring of new Residential Advisors. Member of Fort Lewis Men's Soccer Team, 07/01/21, 01/31/24,Developed experience with high-paced environments and strict timelines to maintain professional standards. Maintained high levels of professionalism when visiting other colleges and universities.
Received RMAC Academic Honor Roll for two consecutive years.
Volunteer Experience
- Feed my Starving Children, Feeding the hungry around the world.
- Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Helping children with school and playing with them.
Timeline
Engineering Student
Fort Lewis College/StoneAge
08.2024 - Current
Engineering Student
Fort Lewis College
03.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Fort Lewis College
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