Fernanda Salinas

Experience

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  Universidad de las Américas Puebla

  Aug 2020 - Jan 2022

  Program developed to research career-related topics. Personal research was focused on power electronics, renewable energies, and smart grids. Developed academic, social, and cultural events for UDLAP’s Mechatronics Engineering students for the 2020-2021 period. Participated in the elaboration of the second edition of the CREATE congress. Ensured that students were introduced to career-related topics through webinars, academic advising, certifications, conferences, student welcome, among others.

  • Honors Program Member

    Aug 2018 - Jan 2022

  • Event Coordinator of the Directive Board of Mechatronics Engineering (Student Council)

    Aug 2020 - May 2021
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  Danone Waters

  Oct 2020 - Dec 2020

  Mechatronics Intern

  Proposed and led an industrial safety project after identifying a hazard following an on-site accident. Developed a solution to install safety guards for washer and water jug filling machines. Managed suppliers, quotations, and project documentation to ensure compliance with Mexican industrial standards. Supervised and recommended equipment for automatic machine blocking and stoppage to enhance workplace safety.

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  National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2021

  CNRS-AIST Joint Robotics Laboratory Trainee

  Worked on the design and prototyping of a controller that was necessary for reading a tactile sensor attached to the sole of the HRP-5P humanoid robot implemented as a large shunt-mode FSR matrix array. This project was done for an investigation related to robot technology in the field of large-scale assembly, where it is not always possible to make full contact with the entire foot sole during biped locomotion.

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  Redrock Power Systems

  Feb 2022 - Oct 2022

  Junior Mechatronics Engineer

  At Vdot Cleantech Inc. (a Redrock subsidiary), developed automation and control for marine fuel cell systems, following IEC61131-3 standards and high-quality coding practices to ensure compliance and reliability. Led strategies for managing state and process logic alongside digital and analog control systems. Applied skills in P&ID and electrical reading, software design, integration, and validation. Gained experience with instrumentation and power devices utilizing CAN, CANOpen, Ethernet, and Profinet communication protocols. Show less

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  UNESCO CENTER FOR PEACE

  Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

  STEM Coordinator

  Coordinated STEM activities and supported the recruiting process for the 2022 UNESCO Center for Peace STEM Summer Camp, held both on-site in Maryland and virtually. Helped organize a dynamic experience that connected young learners from various backgrounds to STEM.

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  Baltimore Aircoil Company

  Oct 2022 - now

  Successfully completed the Dry Stacked Cooler project for a FAANG company, managing the PLC, HMI, and BMS aspects of BAC's largest order in record time. Delivered exceptional results during the factory witness test, earning recognition for comprehensive testing and implementing robust control logic.Played a pivotal role in the development of the stacked dry and adiabatic cooler product line, spearheading the transition to Schneider Electric controls. Standardized processes, function blocks, and communication protocols, setting new company standards.Led training sessions for field and service teams on Schneider controls, fostering collaboration across global BAC entities and equipping teams with the knowledge to excel in service and support. Show less

  • Controls Product Engineer

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Controls Design Engineer

    Feb 2024 - Jan 2025

  • Software Engineer

    Oct 2022 - Feb 2024