Karson Knudson Email & Phone Number

Windermere, FL, US

Orlando, Florida, United States

• Develop software for Beckhoff IPC and Siemens PLC architectures.
• Commission ride control systems for upcoming attractions.

Orlando, Florida, United States

• Support the functional safety validation of Safety-Related Control Systems per ANSI B11.26, ISO 13849-1, and ISO 12100.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Lead the design, testing, and integration of power distribution, safety, and control systems for the undefeated 250-lb combat robot, Disarray, showcased at BattleBots Destruct-A-Thon.
• Advise and guide 4 competition teams in the development of combat robots across 3-lb., 12-lb., and 250-lb. weight classes.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Host engaging weekly meetings which help foster the creative and technical growth of our 25+ members.
• Curate impactful Q&A sessions with industry professionals, providing invaluable mentorship and networking prospects.
• Plan travel logistics for competitions and conferences, demonstrating exceptional budgeting and raising over $7000 in funding.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Coordinate outreach, educational, and community events, collaborating closely with campus leadership.

Dallas, Texas, United States

• Drive safety advocacy in the amusement industry, focusing on outreach and education for young professionals.
• Serve as a liaison between the AIMS board of directors, member companies, and Arizona universities, fostering effective communication and collaboration.

Tempe, Arizona, United States

• Implement software reliability across the organization, based on in-depth research and successful application of the IEEE 1633 standard.
• Analyze large sets of reliability data (hundreds of gigabytes) to generate actionable insights and informed recommendations.
• Establish an interactive, comprehensive reference guide on software reliability in Visio, used to facilitate employee training.

Orlando, Florida, United States

• Reviewed schematics, risk analyses, FMEAs, and ladder logic to ensure the safety, reliability, and maintainability of existing and upcoming theme park attractions.
• Developed automation scripts in Python, optimizing the review and execution of large volumes of acceptance tests.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Successfully re-established the IEEE student branch at the University, orchestrating the reorganization and inventory management of the defunct lab room, all while ensuring responsible disposal of e-waste.
• Played a key role in the development of a Discord server for electrical engineering students, fostering a thriving community with over 700 members.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Contributed to the instruction of a C Programming course for engineers, supporting over 300 enrolled students.
• Guided students in troubleshooting code issues and ensured efficient and accurate grading of assignments and exams.

Peoria, Arizona

• Drove sales, reduced shrink, nurtured lasting business relationships, and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by demonstrating strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail on a day-to-day basis.
• Served as a skilled and compassionate intermediary, effectively bridging the gap between customers, associates, and vendors, demonstrating in-depth product knowledge and a patient approach.

Peoria, Arizona

• Streamlined deployment of hardware and software technologies to 250+ employees, ensuring efficient implementation and user satisfaction.
• Fostered direct and effective communication within the team and with end users, optimizing collaboration and workflows.
• Organized hardware inventory, created technical checklists, and resolved user tickets promptly and cost-effectively to enhance department efficiency.

Master Of Science - Ms, Electrical And Computer Engineering

Accepted into Accelerated Masters Program (AMP).

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Electrical And Computer Engineering, 3.85

• Magna Cum Laude w/ Honors • Outstanding Senior • Departmental Honors for Outstanding Achievement in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Statistics And Data Science, 3.85

• Magna Cum Laude

High School Diploma, 4.75 Weighted / 3.96 Unweighted

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Society of Male Scholars, Academy of American Studies, Eagle Pride Marching Band, Wind.