Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Master of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Spring 1999. Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering, Spring 1998. Courses include: Embodied
Intelligence, Digital Systems Laboratory, Circuits and
Electronics, Laboratory in Software Engineering, Autonomous Robot
Design, Signals and Systems, Computer System Engineering,
Artificial Intelligence, Computer System Architecture, Computation
Structures
Breakaway Imaging, Littleton, MA
Lead Electrical Engineer - Fall 2003-present
As the sole electrical designer among a small team of engineers, I
am responsible for the architecture, design, documentation, and
testing of all electrical systems in the O-arm 1000(R). This
device combines volumetric (3-D) X-ray imaging with sophisticated
robotic motion control into an advanced surgical imaging
scanner. As a medical device, the system is required by the FDA to
meet IEC60601 and IEC60950 safety standards and have FCC, TUV and
CE certifications for worldwide distribution.
Some of my specific duties include the design of circuitry for
motion control, timing, power distribution, and patient safety
systems; integration of third-party devices; management of
vendors; and supervision of technicians.
We shipped the first units in April 2006, and they have assisted
in several thousand successful surgeries.
Bluefin Robotics, Cambridge, MA
Electrical Engineer - Fall 2001-Fall 2003
I designed and developed several custom electrical printed
circuits for use in Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). My
projects included motion control, battery conditioning, power
distribution, and safety systems. Key specifications called for
extremely low power usage, high reliability, and ease of use in
harsh underwater environments.
ArsDigita University, Cambridge, MA
Chief Teaching Assistant - Summer 2000-Summer 2001
ADUni was an intensive one-year Computer Science program for
thirty-six post-baccalaureate students. As the head TA, I
supervised other TAs, instructed classes, designed curriculum,
assisted students, and managed day-to-day operations for every
class the university offered. Unfortunately, the program was only
funded for one year and was forced to close down.
Skills
Strong leadership, communication, and teaching skills
Experienced designer of highly reliable systems.
Proficient in digital, mixed-signal, power, and analog circuit design
Knowledge of small microcontrollers (PICs, 6811, et al) and embedded control systems.
Knowledge of C/C++, Java and other programming languages.
Love for robotics and engineering.