Nigel Kobayashi

Nigel Kobayashi

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  • About me

    Controls Engineer, Swope Design Solutions | Robotics, Mechanical Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Class of 2022

  • Education

    • Worcester Polytechnic Institute

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of Science - BS Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience

    • FIRST Robotics Competition Team 3045

      May 2018 - now
      Coach

      After becoming an alumnus of the team, I became a mentor to provide the resources the students need.Accomplishments:➣ Introduced and reinforced fundamental concepts, mathematics and principals through a physics and mechanical design curriculum. ➣ Streamlined robot design process and improved student engagement implementing CAD curriculum.➣ Mentored and guided students in the design, manufacture and assembly of competitive robots.

    • ID Tech Camps

      Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
      Instructor

      Supervised and instructed students in multiple courses using a variety of teaching techniques in order to create a challenging, yet intriguing curriculum. Courses: ➣ Introduction to Robotics using VEX V5 Kits➣ 3D Printing and Modeling using Autodesk Maya➣ Introduction to Game Design using Minecraft

    • Armada Aeronautics

      Dec 2019 - Apr 2020
      Mechanical Engineering Intern

      ➣ Manufactured aerodynamic shells using carbon fiber composites.➣ Machined components to meet assembly and design requirements.

    • Swope Design Solutions

      Oct 2022 - now
      Controls Engineer

      Drove industrial control test equipment development➣ Lead industrial EOL testing equipment development from single linethrough small scale production.➣ Implemented QA process and documentation.➣ Managed procurement through serial buildsManaged client expectations, schedule, and budget.➣ Created functional specifications.➣ Implemented revision tracking and documentation.➣ Provided remote and onsite support for debugging, improvements, andquality controlDeveloped and tested industrial food production machine PLC software➣ Programmed PLC ladder logic with focus on user safety.➣ Performed FAT to client specifications.➣ Trained personnel on machine operation and safety.Designed and managed automated drawer control system with focus onuser safety from prototyping to small scale production➣ Designed PCBAs to integrate stepper motors, load cells, and LEDinterface.➣ Developed Arduino firmware to meet client expectations around userexperience and safety.➣ Implemented OQC utilizing remote cycle testing. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) - Mechanical Design

      Dassault Systèmes
      Oct 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Nigel Kobayashi
      2016 CalGames Champion Western Regional Robotics Forum Oct 2016 Driver and Mechanical lead at an offseason FIRST Robotics Competition playing FIRST Stronghold. We eventually won the finals with FRC team 1967 Janksters and 1868 Space Cookies
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Tutor

      Issued by Healthy Cities Tutoring on Oct 2015
      Healthy Cities TutoringAssociated with Nigel Kobayashi
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Our Lady of the Angels School on Sept 2017
      Our Lady of the Angels SchoolAssociated with Nigel Kobayashi