Nigel Kobayashi

Experience

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  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.

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  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

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  Armada Aeronautics

  Dec 2019 - Apr 2020

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

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

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  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