Meet the Team

Nick Bartolotti
Nick Bartolotti

Senior Technical Project Leader

Knows: Software Architecture, Java, C#, Agile

Degree: BS Computer Science

Proud of: running over 100 Spartan races, my daughter and family

Passions: Endurance racing, adventure motorcycles

Steve Baylor
Steve Baylor

Senior Engineer

Knows: Software engineering, systems engineering, solution design, RESTful API development, Java, .NET, Python, C, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL

Degree(s): BS Computer Science – University of Vermont, MS Computer Science – RIT

Proud of: Developing software that helps businesses succeed

Passions: Agile software development, technology, family, motorcycles, cookies

Todd Bogumil
Todd Bogumil

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Knows: Mechanical design and product development for the alternative energy, automotive, medical, and aerospace industries.

Degree(s):

Proud of: Transforming ideas into successful products

Passions: 3D printing, cycling, sailing and adventures

Steve Boy
Steve Boy

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, Linux, GUI development

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Ability to turn customer requirements into delightful products

Passions: Bible study, family, Minecraft

David Brent
David Brent

Senior Engineer

Knows: High-performance hardware including embedded processors, FPGAs, memories, and image capture / processing / output; digital printing; signal / power integrity

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – University of Pittsburgh, MS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Making significant design contributions to various complex products while part of numerous cross-functional teams

Passions: Family, friends, live music, boating, pool, volleyball

Travis Brown
Travis Brown

Senior Engineer

Knows: C, C++, Python, Networking, Linux, Encryption

Degree(s): BS – Computer Science, RIT; MS – Product Development, RIT

Proud of: My contributions in helping first responders; developing novel solutions to difficult problems

Passions: Family, reading, retro computing and gaming, learning. 

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Rene' Brown

Senior PCB Designer

Knows: embedded hardware, analog circuit board design, high-speed digital circuit board design, PCB schematic capture and layout

Certification: IPC CID (with 25+ years experience)

Proud of: Making our world better through advanced electronic technologies; attention to detail

Passions: Laughing and enjoying time with family and friends. Outdoors – hiking, kayaking, cross country skiing and wherever the warmth and sunshine takes me.

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Angelo Caruso

General Manager, Principal Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, Linux and Windows applications and GUI’s

Degree(s): BS Electrical and Computer Engineering, MS Optics, MBA

Proud of: The success of AppliedLogix and our many satisfied and repeat customers

Passions: Software development, DIY home improvement, music

Mike Cartwright
Mike Cartwright

Senior Engineer

Knows: Distributed Energy Resources (Battery, Fuel Cell, Solar, EV/V2x), Product Management, Control Systems, Systems Engineering, System Validation

Degrees: MS Mechanical Engineering – RIT, BS Mechanical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: The opportunity to work on and contribute to many multiple discipline energy related projects over the past 25 years.

Passions: Family, Biking, Hiking, Camping, Travel, STEMS Education, Community Service, Home Renovation

Dan Chirpich
Dan Chirpich

Senior Engineer

Knows: signal and power integrity, digital hardware design, FPGA design

Degrees: BS Computer Engineering, MS Electrical Engineering, MS Engineering Management – University of Kansas

Proud of: My wife, consistently seeking understanding to ensure first pass success by design, living an intentional life

Passions: Signal and power integrity, skiing big mountains, peak bagging, running, physical and cognitive fitness

Steve Chirpich
Steve Chirpich

PCB Layout Designer Apprentice

Knows: Schematic capture, layout design

Passions: Fabrication, music, performance art, kinesiology, the outdoors

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Katie Crouse

Senior Program Manager

Knows: Project management, team building, and communications.  Expertise with a cross-functional team embedded within customer engineering team.

Degree: BS in Psychology – St. Lawrence University, MLIS – Syracuse University

Proud of: Cutting through the noise to understand the problem to be solved.  Supporting high performing, solution driven teams

Passions: Family, Legos, reading, travel

Brianna Curle
Brianna Curle

Customer Engagement Manager

Knows: PCB Design, SMT circuit board repair, product development processes, digital imaging systems, project management.

Degree: BS – Nazareth College

Proud of: My tenacity to find solutions to problems, collaborate across teams, and assist in crafting a product from inception to its delivery and ongoing support.

Passions: Horseback riding, being outside, reading, music, and my dogs.

Tim Duffy
Tim Duffy

Senior Engineer & Business Development Manager

Knows: Technical Sales, Business Development, Embedded Systems Design, Embedded Systems Definition, FPGA Design, Embedded Software Design

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering Technology – Rochester Institute of Technology

Proud of: My enthusiasm for, and commitment to, project and domain knowledge diversity

Passions: Family, Health and Fitness, The Outdoors, DIY Home Projects, Cooking, and Gardening

Andrew Elder
Andrew Elder

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded Software, Digital Signal Processing, network protocols, network stacks, Time Sensitive Networking

Degree(s): BE Hons – University of Canterbury, PhD EEE – University of Canterbury

Proud of: Contributions to Avnu to advance the state of time sensitive networking

Passions: Travelling to New Zealand, orienteering, gardening, hiking, watching volleyball

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Jack Ellsworth

Senior Software Engineer

Knows: Embedded Software/Firmware, Safety-Critical Systems, SW/HW Interface, Agile Development

Degree(s): BS Electrical and Computer Engineering – Cornell University

Proud of: Organizing and solving complex problems

Passions: Church, family, learning, camping, motorsports

Jason Faulring
Jason Faulring

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded Hardware & Software Design, Systems Engineering, Image Exploitation, Agricultural Engineering

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Many technological contributions to improving quality of life in the areas of national defense, emergency response, healthcare, transportation and agriculture

Passions: Family, rural living, the great outdoors, home renovations, aviation, tinkering

Gabe Ferencz
Gabe Ferencz

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded systems, firmware, prototyping, robotics, reverse engineering, 2D and 3D imaging, low power wireless, FPGA design

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT, MS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: My determination, curiosity, and ability to figure out how things work or why they don’t

Passions: Family, mountain biking, humor, puzzles, outdoors

Bob Foley
Bob Foley

Senior Engineer

Knows: Systems engineering and modeling, functional safety, high voltage automotive systems, structured decision-making, fuel cells, DFMEA and FTA

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Extensive contributions to the development of fuel cell systems for applications in multiple markets

Passions: Motorcycling, weightlifting, DIY home remodeling, music, reading

Darrell Gallion
Darrell Gallion

Senior Software Engineer

Knows: Embedded Software, Golang, Python, Web Development

Proud of: Past software projects 

Passions: Writing software 7 days a week

Alex Gerstenberger
Alex Gerstenberger

Senior Software Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, system architecture, image processing, medical domain & regulatory process

Degree: BS Software Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Technical contributions to the medical industry

Passions: Biking, hiking, kayaking, camping, racecars

Ray Glover, CID+
Ray Glover, CID+

Senior PCB Designer

Knows: Embedded hardware, high-speed multilayer PCB design, high-volume flexible circuitry, ultra-low-noise analog/RF PCB layout

Certification: IPC CID+

Proud of: Delivering 350+ PCB layouts; being part of a world-class engineering team

Passions: Family, outdoors, travel

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Jake Goellner

Senior Engineer

Knows: Applied artificial intelligence, Computer vision, Image/Video processing, GPU acceleration, Embedded software development, Windows, Linux, .Net, C, Python

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering Clarkson University

Proud of: Contributing to team and customer success by applying cross domain knowledge to develop powerful and elegant solutions to complex problems

Passions: Family, woodworking, art, the outdoors, perpetual optimization, making complex data visually interesting

David Hadcock
David Hadcock

Senior Technical Project Lead

Mike Haines
Mike Haines

Senior Engineer

Knows: Windows and embedded software, product development

Degree(s): BS Electrical and Computer Engineering – University of Buffalo, MS Management – Johns Hopkins University

Proud of: Implementation and problem-solving abilities

Passions: Family, snowboarding, technology, golf

Jeff Hanson
Jeff Hanson

Senior Engineer

Knows: Mechanical design, DFM/DFA, consumer product design and manufacturing, fluid flow control and instrumentation, 3D printing and prototyping.

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering Technology – Alfred State College of Technology | MS Advanced Technology – SUNY Polytechnic Institute

Certifications: New York State Registered Professional Engineer | USPTO Registered Patent Agent | Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP)

Proud of: Seeing products I have designed out in the wild; solving complex problems; obtaining patents across a wide range of industries; passing the Patent Bar exam.

Passions: Learning new things; designing, building, and making; anything with wheels and a motor; shooting sports; camping and travel.

Jeff Hanzlik
Jeff Hanzlik

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, Linux, linux device drivers, network protocols and Bluetooth.

Degree: BS Computer Engineering Rochester Institue of Technology, MS Computer Engineering Rochester Institute of Technology

Proud of: Learning new skills to deliver solutions to customers.

Passions: Family, learning new things, running, woodworking, and baking.

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David Hart-Predmore

Lead Test Support Engineer

Knows: Test Equipment Design

Degree: BSEE

Proud of: Over 30 years working on automotive alternative energy programs (fuel cell, battery)

Passions: FIRST Robotics (Team Mentor); Playing Bridge

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Lindsey Hassett

Software Engineer

Knows: Python, C, C++, Java, VHDL

Degree: BS Computer Engineering – Clarkson University

Proud of: Attention to detail & ability to learn quickly

Passions: Traveling, robotics, music, puzzles, photography, astronomy, animals

 
Jason Hayslip
Jason Hayslip

Senior Engineer

Knows: Mechanical design, DFM, product and manufacturing systems development. Robotics, vision and automation applications ranging from prototype to high volume environments.

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering Technology – University of Dayton

Proud of: Two great kids. Advancing technology and critical contributions in automotive, alternative energy as well as medical device industries.

Passions: Family, kids athletics, mechanical repair projects, mountain sports, water sports, home improvement and tennis

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Kim Heng

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Knows: Rapid Prototyping and Concepting, CAD modeling using SolidWorks, Structural FEA, Thermal Analysis, Flow Simulation, SolidWorks PDM Administration

Degree(s): BA in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rochester 2014

Proud of: My contributions to automation in the construction industry, and contributions to the defense industry. Having helped companies grow by taking advantage of improved additive manufacturing technologies. My work in managing and administering various databases and PDM systems. Halfway through finishing the 46 Adirondack high peaks. I finished the Great Alleghany Passage bike trail. 

Passions: 3D printing, hiking, backpacking, camping, cycling, cooking/baking, and weight lifiting.

Clark Hochgraf
Clark Hochgraf

Director, Artificial Intelligence

Knows: Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Control Systems and Modeling, Power Electronics, Design Thinking, Analog Electronics, and Digital Signal Processing

Degree(s): PhD Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison & BS Electrical Engineering, University of Buffalo

Proud of: Ability to help simplify complex situations, Contributing to the growth of many engineers through development of hands-on lab courses and 1-1 mentoring, Becoming an Adirondack ADK-46r

Passions: Learning new things, helping others learn new things, and hiking

James Herrmann
James Herrmann

General Manager, Principal Engineer

Knows: Embedded systems design & commercialization; high-reliability electronics design – signal integrity / power integrity / EMC; building & developing engineering teams 

Degree(s): MSEE – Univ of Rochester, BSEE – Univ of Buffalo

Proud of: Leading a high-performing engineering organization while helping our customers achieve their product commercialization goals.

Passions: Engineering, ice hockey, road cycling, mountain-biking, alpine skiing, aviation

Mark Houck
Mark Houck

Senior PCB Designer

Knows: Embedded hardware, PCB design (schematic capture & layout) of high-speed, multilayer boards

Certification: PCB design CID (with 25+ years experience)

Proud of: Supporting our engineering teams with the highest quality

Passions: Family, travel, home improvements & repairs and model trains

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Lucas Johnson

Test Engineer II

Knows: Li-ion batteries, Electrochemistry, Data Analysis, Python, MATLAB

Degree(s): B.S. Chemical Engineering, Cornell University

Proud of: Helping advance the implementation of Li-ion batteries

Passions: Backpacking, music, gardening, and long alks

Ken Kaye
Ken Kaye

Senior Program Manager

Knows: Program management, hardware and software development, fuel cells, automotive systems

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Contributions to the development of alternative energy field and advancements in Fuel Cell for Automotive, Retired Air Force Career

Passions: Family, snow skiing, water sports, soccer, music, church

Blake Keller
Blake Keller

Senior Program Manager

Knows: New product development processes, quality systems including medical device development, mechanical and manufacturing processes

Degrees: Master of Engineering Management, Dartmouth

BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Colorado

Proud of: Working with teams in several industries to develop amazing products

Passions: Family, flying taildragger airplanes, travel

David Keyes
David Keyes

Senior Program Manager

Knows: New product development processes, Program management, Manufacturing, Medical device and automotive processes, Alternative energy.

Degree(s): MS Electrical Engineering-RIT

Proud of: Contributions to the development of new products and manufacturing processes for the automotive and life science industries.

Passions: Family, travel, skiing, and hiking.

Mark Keyser
Mark Keyser

Senior Engineer

Knows: Mechanical, manufacturing, and quality process design as it relates to new product development and continuous improvement

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering – RIT, MS Manufacturing Management / Leadership – RIT

Proud of: Continual success in leveraging current knowledge and continual learning to help customers with their new product development challenges

Passions: Family, woodworking & timber framing, and the great outdoors

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Patrick Laplante

Senior Engineer

Knows: Software development in various environments such as embedded, mobile, cloud, and desktop. Experience doing software for multiple embedded micros, with and without operating systems.

Software Development Languages (C, C++, Java, Assembly, C#, Javascript, Typescript). Software design using UML.

Degrees: BS Math and Computer Science – Sherbrooke University, Québec

Proud of: Ability to bring the embedded world into the cloud, ability to troubleshoot any kind of embedded issues, debugging skills

Passions: Family, Live music, Gaming

Bill Lear
Bill Lear

Principal Engineer

Knows: Embedded software and systems architecture, Linux and Windows application and device driver development

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering, control systems – Kansas State University

Proud of: Many successful technical contributions in avionics, digital control systems, high performance computer graphics, and image processing.

Passions: My family, woodworking, reading, and music (not talented, but passionate!)

Jim Leary
Jim Leary

Senior Software Engineer

Knows: MATLAB Simulink controls and algorithm development. Automotive Hardware and Software development (ICE, EV, Fuel Cell). Automotive calibration with ETAS products (INCA/MDA). Onboard diagnostics (OBD). International Product Development. Testing and Validation.

Degree: MS Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Michigan State University

Proud of: Broad background in Automotive hardware and software Development. International experience. Foreign language skills (German and a bit of Japanese).

Passions: Family, travel, hiking, skiing, swimming, windsurfing.

Jim Leistra
Jim Leistra

Senior Test & Validation Engineer

Knows: Batteries, Fuel Cells, Test & Validation, Statistics, DOE, R&D; Chemical Process Development

Degrees: PhD Chemical Engineering, Carnegie-Mellon

Proud of: Fuel Cell Development & Commercialization, Chemical Process Development & Commercialization, Family

Passions: Faith, Cycling, Tennis, Water Skiing, Kids

Donald Lewandoski
Donald Lewandoski

Senior Technician

Knows: SMT circuit board repair, electromechanical systems, harnessing, prototyping, EMC, electrical design.

Degree(s): AAS – Electronic Technology Cayuga Community College

Proud of: Contributions to many creative and innovative designs in the electrophotographic industry. 2 patents

Passions: Clay shooting sports, golf, family, staying busy with anything outdoors

Chris Libera
Chris Libera

Senior FPGA Engineer

Knows: FPGA design and verification, embedded software

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering Technology – RIT

Proud of: Ability to adapt to different industries and deliver successful and reliable designs

Passions: Family, cycling, soccer and technology

John Ludlow
John Ludlow

Senior Engineer

Knows: Image processing, GUIs; software development in Visual Studio

Degree(s): BS Computer Science – Virginia Tech, BS Mathematics – Virginia Tech

Proud of: My family: My lovely bride, 8 children, and 13 grandchildren (so far 🙂 )

Passions: Love developing software

Alden Lum
Alden Lum

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware and software, EOIR / digital imaging systems, low noise analog and mixed signal design, high speed digital design, SolidWorks 3D modeling

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering – SUNY Buffalo

Proud of: Opportunities to gain vast work-related experience in commercial and government/defense industries

Passions: My family and friends, solving hard engineering problems, automobile restoration and repair, airsoft, playing guitar

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Kesekoseah Mauro

Mechanical Engineer II

Knows: Design, SolidWorks, Manufacturing 

Degree(s): MEng in Mechanical Engineering

Proud of:  Graduating with my master’s while working full time

Passions:  The gym and home improvement

Nancy Maher
Nancy Maher

Business Coordinator

Knows: Operations, Implementation/Execution of policies, plans, and procedures, Organization, resource management and strategic planning for new methods, systems, and applications

Degree(s): BA Speech-Communication, University Of Minnesota

Proud of: Awards and successes in development and implementation of efficient work processes

Passions: Family, faith, lifetime friends, outdoor activities, beach walks, and coastal living

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Stan Mandelkern

Sr. Program Manager

Knows: Product Development, program management, team building, imaging systems design.

Degree(s): MSEE and BSEE

Proud of: Successful development of innovative, cost-effective products delivered on time and on budget, driving business results through innovation.

Passions: Family, DIY home renovation, keeping up with the latest technologies, hiking and cycling

Bill McGuinness
Bill McGuinness

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, Linux, network protocols and stacks, unified communications, digital imaging and print controllers.

Degree(s): BSEE/CE — Clarkson University; MSCS – Rochester Institute of Technology

Proud of: Designing and launching great products. Seeing old designs and code still running well. PSIA L3 Ski Instructor certification.

Passions: Biking, running, and skiing; almost anything outdoors.

Kathy McMillen
Kathy McMillen

Sr. Program Manager

Knows: Project management, team building, communications, and risk management

Degree(s): BS in Computer Science – Binghamton University

Mark Nenni
Mark Nenni

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded, multi-threaded, real-time, GUIs, Linux, Windows

Degree(s): BS in Computer Science – SUNY Brockport

Proud of: My two sons. Ability to read, understand, develop and debug complex software systems.

Passions: Family, exercise, travel, sandy beaches and adventure.

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Ian Ober

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware, high speed digital design, HDI PCB multilayer layout, analog circuit design.

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering. – SUNY Buffalo, AAS Electrical Engineering Technology – Monroe Community College

Proud of: Ability to work in a team to come up with unique solutions to challenges.

Passions: Family, fixing and modifying

Phil Olin
Phil Olin

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded software, Windows Application development

Proud of: My ability to learn and adapt. Contributions to alternative energy.

Passions: Family, mountain biking, tabletop games, learning new things.

Igor Orlovich
Igor Orlovich

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware design, PCB layout and productization, low power designs, low power wireless, battery management systems, reverse engineering and competitive analysis

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering – RIT, MS Computer Science – RIT

Proud of: Ability to bring together multiple disciplines (HW/SW/Mechanical) to create a product, debugging skills

Passions: Family, alternative energy and electric vehicles, volunteering for environmental causes, running

Jeffery Orvek
Jeffery Orvek

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded systems, bare metal, Linux, distributed systems, low power wireless

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – University at Buffalo

Proud of: Ability to continually learn and adapt, debugging skills

Passions: Family, Faith, Scouting, Reading and Cooking

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Shawn Pfister

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded firmware, Multi-threaded real-time systems, Linux, Networking

Degree(s): BS in Computer Engineering RIT

Proud of: Waking up every morning and loving what I do for a living.

Passions: Solving problems, Learning new skills

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Nathan Pickett

Senior Mechanical Technician

Knows: Building and troubleshooting mechanical systems & working with wood

Degree(s): AAS Electromechanical Engineering Technology SUNY Alfred, BS Applied Arts and Sciences RIT

Proud of: My family

Passions: Bicycle touring, Learning new things, Disc Golf, Spending time outside.  

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Jonathan Powers

Senior Engineer

Knows: FPGA design and verification, embedded software

Degree(s): BSEE – University of Virginia, MSEE – Stony Brook University

Proud of: Contributions to national defense and public safety

Passions: Family, music, running, number and word puzzles

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Marlena Radabaugh

Senior Functional Safety Engineer

Knows: ISO 26262 Functional Safety, Automotive SPICE, IATF 16949, FMEA

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Specialty – Kettering University, Flint, MI

Proud of: Visited 40+ National Park Service locations

Passions: Sewing, paper crafting, camping

David Rea
David Rea

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware and software, fuel cells, automotive systems

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT, MS Software Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Extensive contributions to alternative-fuel transportation and energy

Passions: Family, craftsmanship, electric vehicles, cycling, really nice pens

David Reed
David Reed

Senior Engineer

Knows: Analog, digital circuit simulation and design, efficient energy conversion, fuel cells, automotive systems, alternative energy and energy storage

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Circuit design and refinement for manufacturing, design simplification, cost optimization

Passions: Electric vehicles & travel

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Sylvia Rissel

Software Developer Intern

Knows: C, C++, C#, .NET, Java, JavaScript, Python

Degree(s): Bachelor’s in Computer Science at Clarkson University (In Progress)

Proud of: McAuliffe Shepard Disocvery Center “Colonizing an Alien Planet” Mars 2021 Exhibit (funded by NASA!)

Passions: Art, astronomy, and writing

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Gene Saltzberg

Senior Systems Engineer

Knows: Electrification, Batteries, Charging Systems, Battery Management System

Degree(s): MSEE RIT (Concentration on Electro-Optics), BSEE RIT

Proud of: Spark EV battery pack, Charging System Requirement for GM

Passions: Electrification Charging systems, Golf and Grandchildren

Kevin Sampson
Kevin Sampson

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware design in the medical, automotive and aerospace fields; analog and digital circuit design and simulation

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – RIT, MS Electrical Engineering – RIT

Proud of: Developing strong working relationships with exceptional engineers. Working together to create unique solutions to unique problems. Happy customers.

Passions: Family, friends, church, beekeeping, wrestling, volleyball, restoring old tractors.

Matt Scozzafava
Matt Scozzafava

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Knows: Mechanical design, manufacturing systems & process control, fixturing, tooling, equipment integration, product design, DFM/DFA, electronics packaging, 3D printing.

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering – University at Buffalo, AS Engineering Science – Monroe Community College

Proud of: My wife and 2 sons. Contributions to defense and alternative energy industries. Having helped companies leverage benefits of additive manufacturing. Success in collaborating with individuals of different disciplines and skill levels.

Passions: Cars, airplanes, rockets and space. Coaching youth baseball and flag football. Traveling and spending time with family and friends. Golfing (not great). Go Bills!

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Charlie Sutro

Electronics Engineer II

Knows: Electrical Engineering B.S. w/ Computer Science Minor

Degree(s): BS Mechanical Engineering – University at Buffalo, AS Engineering Science – Monroe Community College

Proud of: Attended over 250 live concerts in 9 months

Passions: Live Jazz music

Paul Shaver
Paul Shaver

Senior PCB Designer

Knows: PCB design (schematic capture & layout), multilayer boards, flex circuit design, PCB fabrication, automated assembly

Degree: AAS Electrical Technology, Jamestown Community College

Certification: IPC CID+

Proud of: Having a wide knowledge base to use in solving problems and finding solutions

Passions: Family, archery, the great outdoors, hunting, fishing, hiking, photography, home improvements, modifying and driving cars

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Ken Smith Jr.

Senior Engineer

Knows: FPGA Design and Verification, Embedded and Application Software, Software Defined Radio and Control Systems Experience

Degree(s): BS and MS Computer Engineering at RIT

Proud of: Creativity, Simplifying Complex Ideas, and Communication Skills

Passions: Family, Outdoors, Farming, Problem Solving

John Steeves
John Steeves

Senior Program Manager

Knows: Program Management, Product Development and Commercialization, Process Design and Improvement, Quality Management

Degree: BS Electrical & Computer Engineering – Valparaiso University

Proud of: Four great kids (and one exceptional granddaughter), Ability to combine talented individuals from multiple disciplines into a cohesive team creating exciting products

Passions: Family, Grilling & Cooking, Landscaping, Genealogy

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Tom Tatakis

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded Systems, data communications (networking, USB among others), drivers

Degree(s): BA Computer Science- Potsdam, MS Computer Science- RIT

Proud of: Numerous reusable software designs

Passions: Forget tech, let’s play some golf.

Brian Tobey
Brian Tobey

Senior Engineer

Knows: FPGA design and verification, image capture, network data processing, control logic. Analog and digital electronics essentials.

Degree(s): BSEE – RIT

Proud of: Solution-oriented engineering. Thoughtful and timely responses to client needs.

Passions: Fixing things. Any creative task, cooking, woodworking, DIY home renovations.

Alex Trostle
Alex Trostle

Electrical Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware

Degree(s): BS Electrical Engineering – Rochester Institute of Technology

Proud of: Drive to grow, learn, and adapt

Passions: Family, church, volunteering, and hiking

Kenneth VanDeWater
Kenneth VanDeWater

Sr. Software Engineer

Knows: Embedded Software and hardware, bare metal, motor control

Degree(s): BS in Electrical Engineering – Binghamton University & AS Computer Science Finger Lakes Community College

Proud of: Ability to quickly learn and adapt, debugging skills

Passions: Family, movies, electric vehicles, gaming, and retro gaming

Randall Wirt
Randall Wirt

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded hardware & firmware, PADS PCB layout

Degree(s): BS from RIT

Bret Woz
Bret Woz

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded, application software (including Linux and Windows), multi-threaded and multi-processor software

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering – RIT, MS Computer Engineering – RIT, MS Product Development – RIT

Proud of: Developing creative and robust solutions to solve customer problems

Passions: Family, reading, tinkering and enjoying the great outdoors

Mark Wyman
Mark Wyman

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded Hardware and Software, Software Defined Radios, Power systems, Analog design, Altium PCB design and fabrication.

Degree: BS in Electrical Engineering – Alfred State College

Proud of: Many very diverse successful products and clever simple solutions to complex problems.

Passions: Hockey, biking, outdoor sports, photography, aquaculture (ponds!), gardening, and family.

Bill Zeh
Bill Zeh

Senior Engineer

Knows: Embedded and application software, Linux

Degree(s): BS Computer Engineering – Clarkson

Proud of: Implementing solutions to challenging problems

Passions: Family and the great outdoors

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