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Hi! I am Naman
An adept hardware engineer with a knack for turning big ideas into real-world tech. With a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, I've jumped into all corners of the field—from hardware engineering to energy distribution and even electrical consulting.
During my time at Snoc Inc, I led the charge on designing innovative smart lighting systems that are making waves in commercial and residential markets. It's all about making things better, like slashing production costs by 20% through smarter design strategies and crafting advanced PCBs with tools like KiCAD and Altium. I've mastered the art of minimizing interference in designs, ensuring our tech not only works but excels in its environment.
Tech is my playground—I code in Python, C++, and C, and I'm adept with design tools like SolidWorks and Fusion360. Through my internships, I've contributed to medical hardware projects that accelerated testing phases and pushed prototypes through to production, adhering to stringent standards.
I've always been driven to add unique value wherever I work, thriving in fast-paced settings and adapting to diverse corporate cultures. In every role, I've delivered standout results, consistently proving my ability to navigate and succeed in various business environments. Now, I'm eager to take on new challenges where I can leverage my comprehensive skills to drive innovation and growth. Let’s see what we can build together!
Professional Experience
Electrical Engineer
Full Time
Snoc Inc.
- Designed smart lighting system and mailbox using Wi-Fi Mesh and BLE Mesh communication
- Spearheaded the development and successful launch 3 light control products used in restaurants and public parks, including a smart RGBW outdoor lights used in residential and commercial market
- Developed numerous 4-6 layers PCB using KiCAD as well as Alitum to developed controller boards, using concepts of power electronics and RF design
- Proficient in advanced EMIR strategies for PCB design, including grounding, layer stacking, and shielding to minimize EMI effects
- Developed a script in Python to automatically analyze set of unit tests weekly on lifetime degradation and recovery images in order to decrease time needed for team members to identify dead pixels
- Managed cross-functional teams and collaborated with engineering and design departments to develop Snoc LumiSync App as well as web app, and finished the development in 15 weeks
Research and Development Hardware Engineering Co-op
Fall 2021
KA Imaging
- Performed schematic capture and PCB-layout (OrCAD) for 3KV Power-Board used for medical X-ray imaging camera
- Developed an embedded software test suite in C to evaluate and characterize key PCB functionalities including communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART), FET digital output and fan driver control
- Identified root cause of noise in X-ray CMOS image capturing devices and designed fixes for each source
- Initialized and conducted sensor lifetime as well as RTN flickering analysis of the sensor under high voltage and X-ray conditions for quality analysis
- Developed a script in Python to automatically analyze set of unit tests weekly on lifetime degradation and recovery images in order to decrease time needed for team members to identify dead pixels
- Finished the previous prototype and carried it towards the production phase as well as generated detailed assembly and debug instructions for quality control
- Designed a differential probe with a gain 10x and 1x for small signal analysis
Railway Engineering Assistance
Fall 2020
WSP Global
- Worked on a joint venture rail corridor project between WSP and Hatch for VIA Rail and GO train
- Developed Python scripts to automate the analysis of the results of daily simulations, and present findings in an organized format, increasing efficiency of data analysis by 200%
- Modelled the Ontario rail corridor in AutoCAD to visualize present and proposed future designs of the railway network
- Revised multiple electrical bungalow schematics for VIA Rail and GO train stations based on the requirements
Electrical Engineer and Transportation Planner
Winter 2020
IBI Group
- Worked in electrical and civil department on separate projects and all together finished five different projects related to electrical site drawings and highway road analysis
- Designed electrical, communication, and security systems for an LRT station using AutoCAD, Revit3D and MicroStation
- Managed site drawings and corrected technical errors on previous site submissions for LRT stations and commercial buildings
- Analyzed existing highway and transportation systems using Synchro models and made a scenario report on the future of MetroLinx for the next 20 years
- Exposed to the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) and Ontario Building Code (OBC)
Electrical Engineering Intern
Summer 2019
Larsen & Turbo
- Initiated a wireless communication and configuration design for the protection relay, allowing user to monitor substations remotely
- Designed lightning & earthing protection system
- Designed electrical and mechanical model of power distribution substations and panels
- Experience with testing and commissioning activity of 66KV GIS as well as transformer, circuit breaker and relay design
IT Analyst & Support
Fall 2018
Region of Peel
- Enhanced knowledge base documentation for end-user support
- Maintained a 75% first call resolution, thereby reducing call back rates and enhancing customer service experience of the clients
- Performed installations, technical assistance, and support on Windows XP 7/10, office 2010 & 365
Motor Vehicle Machine Operator
Winter 2018
F&P Manufacturing
- Operated and maintained field equipment, increased productivity by 200%
- Used mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge to troubleshoot problems
- Learned how to weld and maintain safety at the workplace
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills through evaluating and prioritizing issues to minimize interruptions and maximize response times
Projects
Don't Touch
Fall 2020
Diptrace, Arduino, C
- Developed a wearable device to remind users to avoid touching their face, minimizing the spread of infectious diseases
- Tracked hand movements using IR and IMU sensors, notified users with a haptic motor, controlled via an Arduino Nano
Analog Circuit for AudioSignal Processing
Spring 2020
EagleCAD, MOSFETs
- Designed a circuit which performs conditioning and filtering audio signals.
- Circuit included light strip which enables visualization based on the audio frequency
Green House Monitoring System
Fall 2019
Diptrace, C/C++, UART
- Devised a system to balance input from light, moisture, \& temperature sensors to determine optimal growing conditions
- Designed a PCB for simultaneous communication between several components to create an agriculture monitoring system
- Programmed TI Launchpad with C to use UART for asynchronous serial communication between sensors and motors
Midnight Sun Solar Race Car
Spring 2018
Altium Designer, Soldering, Python
- Worked with a team to design battery Management system
- Used Altium Designer to construct a PCB that controlled the exterior lights of a car that was submitted to and successfully completed the 2018 American Solar Challenge to travel across the United States