Miguel Nájera

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Boise, ID, 83706

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OBJECTIVE: To obtain an Electrical Engineer position at INFICON.

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Minors in Math and Spanish

Boise State University, Boise, ID – May 2011

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• Skilled in multitasking, attention to detail, prioritizing, problem-solving, meeting, deadlines and conflict management.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish (Bilingual/Bicultural).

• Able to work independently and as a team member while maintaining positive working relationships.

• A self-starter, self motivated, flexible, hardworking, creative and positive team player.

• Knowledgeable in using simulation and design tools (LTSpice, PSpice, Cadence Design System, Eagle and PCB123 Design Software).

• Knowledgeable in using Macintosh and PC, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and willing to learn new skills.

• Extensive knowledge in oscilloscopes and digital multimeter operation.

• Excellent hand and reflow (hot air) soldering skills.

• Familiar with MATLAB, JAVA, C, Simulink, Machine and assembly language programming

COURSE RELATED PROJECTS:

Senior Design Project I, Fall 2010:

• Worked individually to design and build audio amplifiers.

• Simulated amplifiers and tested audio level.

• Maximized efficiency.

• Utilized Eagle Design Software to create library parts, schematics and design PCB layouts.

• Diagnosed errors and gained experience on the process of circuit debugging.

• Utilized Oscilloscope and Signal Analyzer to test final product.

Senior Design Project II, Spring 2011:

• Collaborated with CradlePoint Inc. to develop a phased array antenna for use with WiMax cellular modems.

• Designed and simulated the phased array delay circuitry utilizing LT Spice Software.

• Simulated array antenna radiation patterns coming from various antenna physical layouts using a MATLAB toolkit.

• Analyzed component manufacturer’s data sheets and created bill of materials.

• Utilized PCB123 Design Software to create library parts, schematic and design PCB layout.

• Soldered more than 450 components on the PCB.

• Completed project based on customer specifications.

• Experienced all phases of engineering process including teamwork, effective meetings, safety, ethics, project management, and time management.

• Created a full report documenting the project and successfully presented it to professors, sponsorship companies and classmates.

RELEVANT COURSES:

• Power Electronics

• Semiconductors Devices

• CMOS Integrated Circuit Design, Layout and Simulation

• Computer Architecture

• Logic Design

• Microelectronic Circuits

• Microprocessors

• System Modeling and Control

• Electromagnetic Theory

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Modern Languages & Literatures Department, Boise, ID August 2005 – May 2011

Spanish Tutor - Lead Spanish language conversation groups by directing the small group activities of first and second year students as they practice their skills in a laboratory environment.

Computer Lab Assistant - Provided direct customer service support to students who need audio, video and computer resources as part of their class assignments.

College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP), Boise, ID January 2005 – May 2005

Math Tutor - Provided tutoring to CAMP students enrolled in math classes.

ACTIVITIES:

• 8th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference: Presented the phased array antenna project. (April 2011)

• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) - Member 2007-2009

• Discover Engineering Day Event: Mentored young students (7-10th grade) to pursue an engineering education. (April 2008)

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