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- Maintaining a blog at www.labvolution.com- NI FlexRIO FPGA development for nanometer resolution rapid probe microscopes- Part of a team developing a signal simulator to be used for testing vehicles in real world conditions- Developed a C# and LabVIEW library to communicate with networked devices- Developed ATE test systems for LTE and WiFi backhaul base stations with the responsibility for commissioning the factory in Israel- Protocols that I have used include RS232, SPI, I2C, GPIB, LIN, CAN, FlexRay, GPS, NI DAQ and SCPI for test equipment and others- Detailed knowledge of Source Code Control using SVN, Git and Mercurial- Personal projects based around Raspberry Pi, Python and Android development

Romsey, England, United Kingdom

- Design and write all test software using LabVIEW, Python and JavaScript- Image processing and vision analysis to measure and characterise the fibre microstructure- Developed and maintain a MySQL database to store and visualise the test results- NodeJS web application to allow the wider business to view test results- Work closely with internal and external staff to develop R&D and production test solutions- Maintain all IT systems and provide network, server and desktop support- Installed and maintain a self-hosted Atlassian server for managing software development and SVN server for managing build releases

Southampton, United Kingdom

- Project lead and architect for all new legacy LabVIEW test systems- Software lead for an Android OS based infrared camera being developed in-house- Develop a suite of automated test applications for infrared imaging detectors for a space application- Setup and maintain an Atlassian JIRA, BItbicket and Confluence server to encourage team development

Slough, United Kingdom

Responsibilities:- Develop an automated test system to functionally test a 2.5GHz – 2.7GHz Doherty Power Amplifier- Update existing and create new LabVIEW programs for testingProject examples:The two-channel Doherty PA that is being tested is designed to be used in LTE small-cell base stations. Functional testing includes programming and testing the RF PA Linearisers, taking ACLR and EVM measurements and calibrating the amplifier bias voltages to perform optimally. Rohde & Schwarz test equipment is used for testing.

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Responsibilities:- Develop and maintain a 24/7 regression test lab controlled by a LabVIEW application- Design bed-of-nail test jigs and the controlling software for automated testing- Develop LabVIEW, TestStand, SQL Server and C# dll’s for the test applications- Liaise with the designers, manufactures and suppliers to be able to deliver the test systems on time- Support contract manufactures in maintaining and running of automated test jigs- Develop test plans and perform functionality testing for new firmware releasesSkills acquired:Shortly after joining Mix Telematics as a firmware tester, I was asked to design and develop a 24/7 regression test lab. This lab is used to simulate vehicle trips so that we can continuously test our units. I developed the entire control which runs in a LabVIEW environment. Real vehicle data is transmitted to the units via a CAN J1939 bus. I also designed various bed-of-nail test jigs and their controlling software. Using LabVIEW and TestStand as the main interface, I also wrote SQL Server query’s for database connectivity and C# dll’s for some controls.

Southampton, United Kingdom

Responsibilities:- Develop test procedures and systems for new products using National Instruments LabVIEW- Direct contact with clients to better define scope of test requirements- Design Automatic Test Equipment and programs for Teradyne systems- Assist with JTAG/Boundary Scan test development- Develop and assemble test jigs to thoroughly test productsSkills acquired:By joining the test development team in the middle of a project with strict time constraints, I had to adjust and learn quickly. I took the lead on, and successfully completed an automated test using LabVIEW and 3rd party test equipment to test an aerospace power supply.The final project tested eight GPS recovery units through a LabVIEW interface. I took the lead from the first client brief, designed the entire system and despite several client delays, successfully completed and delivered the project on time. Six months later all 18 000 units had been successfully tested and deployed into the field.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Responsibilities:- Liaise with main and sub-contractors to ensure that site installations are carried out in line with accepted levels of safety and quality- Responsible for physical inspections of work carried out and approving/rejecting works as appropriate- Verify the accuracy of shop drawings provided by the contractor and material submittals- Compile weekly quality reports for site works- Respond to requests for information from the subcontractor to clarify site and design variations- Coordinate with suppliers regarding the installation of furnishings and accessories for when construction is completedSkills acquired:This role provided a detailed understanding of electrical services within the construction industry. I am familiar with reading and understanding electrical construction schematics and layouts and have learnt how the design of electrical systems impacts major projects. Liaison with other project partners, from all levels, has built strong interpersonal skills and increased my exposure to other construction-related experts.

United Arab Emirates

Responsibilities:- Provide technical assistance during sales cycle by advising clients on system requirements- System repair and maintenance during and post-installation- Design layouts for systems upgrades- Commission the final systems, managed client handovers and provided training for the end usersSkills acquired:My position with SureGas, as the only UAE representative, gave me valuable time management as projects would often run simultaneously. Managing client relationships after system installation was an important aspect of my role, and it taught me how to build trust and credibility with my customers. From a technical perspective, my role encompassed design requirements for the first time which I very much enjoyed, and debugging existing systems.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

Responsibilities:- Fault diagnosis, testing and debugging of systems and boards down to component level- Board and system testing and debugging from manufacture stages to final client handover- Manual and automated testing using specialised test equipment- Extensive use of a range of testing equipment and subsequent repair tools- Repair of damaged devices and components on board- On-going liaison with hardware and software designers to ensure complete tests were being performedSkills acquired:Working for Peralex Electronics showed me that there are many separate stages within each project and every individual plays an important role in the project’s success. I learnt to debug down to component level using state-of-the-art test equipment, as replacing damaged boards were commercially unviable. After working for Peralex Electronics while at university, I was offered a permanent position once I completed my degree.

Btech: Electrical Engineering, Electronics

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