About Me

I recently completed my MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a specialization in Nanotechnology at the University of Waterloo. I am a member of both the Institute for Quantum Computing and the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology.

I received my Bachelor of Engineering in the distinguished Engineering Physics stream from Carleton University, graduating with the Senate Medal for Outstanding Academic Achievement.

I am a quick learner with a wide range of skills, with experience using nanofabrication and metrology tools, strong electronics skills (including circuit simulation, design, and PCB layout), and a high degree of proficiency in Python. I am a natural leader, being the principal design lead for my capstone engineering project, where we placed third in our department.

Education

MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering, with a Specialization in Nanotechnology

University of Waterloo, 2020

  • Thesis: Multilevel Random Telegraph Noise Analysis Using Machine Learning Techniques
  • Member of Institute for Quantum Computing and the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology.

BEng in Engineering Physics, with High Distinction

Carleton University, 2018

Recipient of the Senate Medal for Outstanding Academic Achievement

Skills and Knowledge

Overview

  • Physics background with emphasis on quantum mechanics and solid state/condensed matter.
  • Electronics background with emphasis on analog design and testing.
  • Excellent laboratory skills, with experience working in electronic, optical, and chemistry labs.
  • Experience using Python in a wide variety of applications, from GUI development to data analysis.
  • Experienced with Linux, Git, shell scripting (POSIX and bash), and a variety of markdown languages.
  • Over 100 hours in nanofabrication facility working in characterization, deposition, and lithography.

Electronics

  • Experienced in circuit simulation and design, PCB and schematic layout and review, and familiar with design requirements for high-speed signalling.
  • Tools include OrCAD PSpice and LTspice, Autodesk EAGLE, Altium Designer.
  • Experience ranging from circuit assembly to design verification testing and circuit debugging.
  • Skilled in soldering, managing reflow processes, and signal testing using oscilloscope and VNA.
  • Principles of analog and RF design are well understood.

Physics

  • Background in quantum mechanics with emphasis on solid state physics.
  • Strong knowledge of semiconductor physics for electronic and optoelectronic devices.
  • Experience working in optics lab, most often for spectroscopy.
  • Knowledge of nanofabrication theory to support experience in fabrication facilities.

Software

  • Extensive experience using Python for basic scripting, measurement automation, data and statistical analysis, data visualization, and GUI creation. Familiar with numpy, scipy, scikit-learn, pandas, PyQT, matplotlib, and more.
  • Daily use of Linux with profiency in shell scripting.
  • Markup languages such as TeX, Markdown, HTML/CSS.

Nanofabrication

  • Over 100 hours in Quantum Nanofabrication and Characterization Facility at uWaterloo, in ISO 4, 5, and 6 processing bays.
  • Strong background knowledge of nanofabrication physics and technologies.
  • Experience in thin film deposition using PECVD, metallic and insulating sputter, and e-beam evaporation.
  • Experience with device fabrication from design and drawing to spincoating and associated lithography steps.
  • Experience in device and film characterization using SEM, AFM, ellipsometer, EDX, and others.
  • Experience troubleshooting process errors and finding alternative solutions.

Experience

Graduate Research Student

University of Waterloo. Waterloo, Ont.

Sep 2018 - Aug 2020

Self-directed thesis research project concerning the noise characterization of CMOS devices at cryogenic temperatures, which included development of a statistical model and modelling techniques to describe measurement data.

Main researcher for characterization of hBN thin film as a dielectric, including device fabrication and use of multiple metrology technologies.

For third major project wrote python program to design and model patch antenna, and assisted in developing characterization techniques of fabricated antennas.

Techniques and skills I have developed include the following:

  • Experimental methods for accurate and efficient measurement of short-channel CMOS devices.
  • Statistical theory and analysis of stochastic processes, such as Markov chains.
  • Development of a custom algorithm for generating statistical model of observed processes.
  • Comparison of custom algorithm against existing techniques.
  • Use of model for insights into physical behaviour of devices.

Engineering Capstone Project, Design and Team Lead

Carleton University. Ottawa, Ont.

Sep 2017 - Apr 2018

Team lead, manager, and lead designer on fourth year capstone project to develop a NIRS cognitive load sensor based on an embedded Linux platform.

  • Power supply design and layout.
  • Multiple iteration design and testing of time multiplexed LED switching circuit. Used PSpice OrCad for simulation and AutoCAD Eagle for schematic capture and PCB design.
  • Board assembly using combination of solder reflow oven and hand soldering.
  • Design, simulation, and testing of detector circuit using avalanche photodiode and amplification circuit.

Hardware Design Student

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions. Ottawa, Ont.

Jan 2017 - Aug 2017

At Curtiss-Wright I was involved in all stages of the hardware design cycle. Over the course of an eight-month term, I worked autonomously on the following:

  • Board schematic and PCB review, from DC and low-frequency signals to high-speed SERDES signals.
  • Schematic design for both products and internal test infrastructure.
  • All aspects of EVT and DVT, from initial bring-up to debugging and environmental testing.
  • Updating standards compliance testing of existing products.

Solutions Engineering Student

Mitel. Ottawa, Ont.

Jan 2015 - Aug 2015

At Mitel I was responsible for the modelling of VoIP calling and development of a tool to calculate site requirements based on the above model.

  • Development of an internet traffic model and associated Excel/VBA tool to assist sales engineers in projecting customer usage requirements.
  • Responsible for developing both the user guide and related information guide for the tool.
  • Presented and demonstrated tool to various architects, directors, and managers within Mitel.

Research Assistant

Department of Electronics, Carleton University.

May 2014 - July 2014

  • Developed lab involving chaotic “Chua’s Circuit”, where students would have to simulate, build, and test the circuit for Engineering Physics intro class.

Publications and Presentations

Publications

2020

Ultra-Thin Films of Solution-Exfoliated Hexagonal Boron Nitride by Langmuir Deposition (In Revision).

Presentations

2020

An Algorithm for Multi-Level Random Telegraph Noise Analysis
IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology - Virtual.

2019

Characterization of Hexagonal Boron Nitride Langmuir-Blodgett Films
Canadian Semiconductor Science and Technology Conference.