Oscar Lopez
Engineering Student at Seattle Pacific University | B.S. Electrical Engineering & Computer Engineering Minor
About Me
I am a Junior Electrical Engineering student at Seattle Pacific University with a minor in Computer Engineering. My studies focus on the intersection of hardware and physical systems, while maintaining a strong foundation in software and embedded logic.
Before returning to university, I spent over four years in industrial operations and data analysis at Magna International, where I managed production budgets and optimized workflows. This professional background has given me a practical, results-oriented approach to engineering challenges.
I am currently exploring opportunities in Electrical Engineering where I can apply both my technical coursework and my professional experience to solve real-world problems.
Technical Skills
- Hardware & Electronics: Circuit Analysis (AC/DC), KCL/KVL, Op-Amps, Digital Logic Design, Microcontrollers (Raspberry Pi, Arduino), I2C Protocols.
- Software & Programming: C++, Python, Java, MIPS Assembly, Data Structures, Algorithms, LTspice, PSCAD, MATLAB, SolidWorks.
- Instrumentation & Lab: Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeters, Function Generators, Breadboarding, Soldering, HMI Panels.
- Languages: Spanish (Native), English (Professional Working Proficiency).
Projects
A collection of my work spanning hardware design, embedded systems, and software algorithms.
25 kHz Active Bandpass Filter (Frequency Detector)
Designed and built an 8th-order cascaded Sallen-Key active filter for a team-based IR audio detection system. Successfully isolated a 25 kHz target frequency while achieving severe stopband attenuation for adjacent 10 kHz and 17 kHz signals.
View Technical Details →Pill Pusher: Automated RFID Medication Dispenser
Collaborated with a team in EE 3280 to design a secure, automated medication dispenser. As the primary firmware developer, I engineered a fully object-oriented MicroPython codebase to integrate I2C OLED displays, SPI RFID scanners, PWM servos, and multi-threaded LED/buzzer alerts into a cohesive state-machine.
View Project Details →Power Systems Analysis (Coming Soon)
Projects encompassing Load Flow (Power Flow) Analysis and Fault Analysis.
C++ Data Structures
Implementation of custom Hash Tables and Search Trees for optimized data retrieval and sorting.
View Repository →SolidWorks Parametric Modeling
CSWA practice problems focusing on parametric modeling, mass properties, and specific material assignments (AISI 1020 Steel).
View 3D Models →Experience
Professional background in industrial operations, maintenance, and logistics.
Meat Clerk
Kroger | Auburn, AL | March 2020 – January 2023
- Logistics & Inventory: Processed departmental shipments and managed stock levels using FIFO procedures to minimize waste. Organized cold storage and managed heavy unloading operations.
- Operations & Service: Operated full-service counters maintaining strict sanitation standards and compliance with food safety protocols.
Sanitation & Maintenance Technician
Ventura Foods | Portland, OR | August 2018 – July 2019
- Automated Systems: Operated and monitored automated Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems via HMI touch panels to ensure production line sanitation standards.
- Equipment Maintenance: Performed mechanical and electrical disassembly/reassembly of industrial pumps, pipelines, and processing machinery for scheduled maintenance.
- Safety Protocols: Managed safe material transport using forklifts and handled industrial chemicals in strict compliance with safety regulations.
Stockroom Supervisor
Magna International (Molding) | Mexico City, MX | June 2015 – September 2016
- Generated weekly reports on consumption and expenses by department.
- Managed inventory budgets and identified obsolete materials to achieve significant cost reductions.
- Supplied critical spare parts, hardware, tools, and personal protective equipment for the engineering and production teams.
Administrative Coordinator & Data Analyst
Magna International (Molding) | Mexico City, MX | August 2012 – May 2015
- Data Analysis: Managed production databases and generated key performance reports to support manufacturing operations.
- Budgeting & Procurement: Executed purchasing for the Molding production area, managing an annual budget of $2 Million USD.
- Quoted and purchased indirect materials including tools, equipment, metalworking supplies, and industrial consumables.