Tamara Gordillo

Experience

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  Knorr-Bremse

  Feb 2007 - Feb 2009

  Design Engineer

  My Final Year project took place during this period. It was my first assignment in this company. Started training a team in Italy for Alston. There were some problems with in MVB communication module. The FPGA firmware was debugged, fixed and integrated in Altera FPGA using tools from the vendor. Electronic design of mix (digital, communication and analogue) electronic boards. VHDL design integrates in a 3AN Xilinx FPGA. The design and test was made by Ise and Modelsim. A design control several signals and it has a Moore state diagram. The cooling loop is designed according to several parameters: internal and external temperatures, compressors workload, heaters, time on-off, etc. This design was verified by a simulator and in a real situation. To verify all electronics, we put the train air conditioner into a thermal camera to change the temperature and see the correct use of the state diagram. Electronic design of an isolate input/output board according to the rule IE-50155.- Designed and implemented Railway On-board Systems according to CENEC standards, enhancing system compliance and client satisfaction. - Completed final year project, applying academic knowledge to design the hardware for a Multifunction Vehicle Bus (MVB) communication board. Show less

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  EADS Astrium

  Feb 2009 - Feb 2011

  Design Engineer

  • Led the design, creation, manufacturing, and validation of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), providing various configurable test systems for satellite flight hardware and ensuring its integrity. • Developed and implemented verification and validation plans, defining and establishing testing processes, enhancing testing procedures for aerospace systems. • Provided comprehensive system assurance for safety and reliability, successfully transitioning projects to the test department. • Led a multidisciplinary team, overseeing recruitment and training activities to strengthen team capabilities Show less

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  FT Technologies Ltd

  Sept 2011 - Jun 2015

  Electronic Engineer

  • Managed 2 full lifecycle projects, improving product quality and developing new hardware for high wind speeds (50m/s to 70m/s), ensuring effective interface management between software and hardware. • Updated manufacturing processes using Lean 6 Sigma, reducing reliability issues by 20% and enhancing customer satisfaction. • Developed a new hardware solution using complex mathematics (Matlab and MathCad), updating a patent and enhancing system performance. • Led the design of analogue (low voltage signals) and digital circuits and PCBs, ensuring proper interface management between software, hardware, and mechanical systems. Developed test benches using LabVIEW. • Communicated complex technical information to business stakeholders, including non-technical teams and the CEO, ensuring clear understanding and alignment. • Created detailed project documentation, covering technical specifications, user requirements, integration, and validation and verification plans to support project execution and quality assurance. Show less

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  Transport for London

  Jun 2015 - now

  • Achieved 80% resource reduction and cut transaction time from 150 to 10 weeks using Lean tools, through capacity studies and value stream mappings. • Standardized processes, achieving 20-100% resource reduction through automation and improved guidelines. • Managed projects with Independent Competent Person (ICP) for Safety Verification, ensuring compliance with Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) Regulations (ROGS). • Managed development of 1 safety-critical system, securing funding for upgrades and pioneering agile approaches, saving £4.4M. • Built and led a cross-functional team of 10 members, focusing on design thinking to rapidly prototype and test new ideas, mitigating Platform-Train Interface (PTI) safety risks, improving train reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives • Prepared and presented 10+ Vis-board strategies, engaging senior stakeholders to align on project goals and objectives. • Developed comprehensive documentation for 7+ projects, including safety cases, user requirements, cost estimations, and V&V plans. Show less • Developed technical requirements for rolling stock systems (TCMS, PIS, CCTV, traction system, and OTMR), defining architecture, operation, function, and interfaces. • Responsible for Verification and Validation activities, ensuring the seamless integration and functionality of all rail subsystems. • Supported bid preparation, evaluation, and audits of supplier technical capabilities, including design, manufacturing, and validation. • Led and oversaw the interface management process, ensuring effective communication and coordination between different rail subsystems, including EME, track, signalling, electrification, rolling stock, and communication systems. Show less

  • Project Engineer

    Jun 2017 - now

  • Electrical Systems Engineer (Rolling Stock)

    Jun 2015 - Jun 2017