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Jacob Darnell

@jacobdarnell

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Experienced electrical engineer specializing in circuit design and product development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my engineering skills to develop cutting-edge products.

I am an accomplished electrical engineer with a strong background in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and embedded systems. As the owner of JD Product Design, I have successfully served clients across medical, automotive, and consumer industries, providing tailored product design solutions. My expertise includes schematic capture, PCB layout, and prototype testing, ensuring that I meet and exceed client expectations.

Throughout my career, I have held various engineering roles, including Electrical Design Engineer at PG Lifelink and Electrical Engineer at Hanser Music Group. My experience encompasses leading design and development projects, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. I am passionate about research and development, continuously seeking innovative technologies to enhance product performance and reliability.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Engineering Owner

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JD Product Design

Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Serve clients in medical, automotive, and consumer industries with product design needs. Design circuits, capture schematics, layout PCBs, prepare BOMs, and test/debug prototypes.

Schematic Capture Prototyping Debugging Technology Research Team Leadership Product Development

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Musician

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Jake Darnell Music

Jun 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Performed music for various events including weddings, restaurants, and churches. Led teams of musicians to rehearse and perform songs.

Music Performance Team Leadership Content Creation

Electrical Design Engineer

PG Lifelink

Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Led design and development of electronic products for isolated power systems. Troubleshot design problems with existing line isolation monitors and assisted customers with technical issues.

Electronics Design Firmware Development Schematic Capture Prototyping Debugging Troubleshooting Technical Support

Electrical Engineer

Hanser Music Group

Jun 2014 - Present (11 years 2 months)

Designed, assembled, and debugged PCBAs for audio amplifiers, PA systems, and mixers. Developed switch mode power supplies and class D amplifiers for lightweight, efficient products.

PCBA Audio Amplifiers PA Systems Class D Amplifiers Speaker Testing Project Management

Design Engineer

Garmin International

Jun 2013 - Present (12 years 2 months)

Supported schematic design and PCB layout of chart plotters for the Marine Division. Executed test plans and proposed design improvements to meet product specifications.

Test Planning Product Specification

Resident Assistant

Siegfried Hall

Aug 2012 - Present (13 years)

Ensured the safety and well-being of Siegfried residents and organized events to promote community within the hall. Managed conflicts between residents.

Resident Safety Community Building Event Management Conflict Resolution

Electrical Engineering Systems Intern

Chrysler

May 2012 - Present (13 years 3 months)

Investigated new tire pressure monitoring technologies and organized a team to correct an issue with the Intrusion Alarm. Evaluated potential failure modes in the Power Liftgate.

Tire Pressure Monitoring

Student Engineer

Student Engineers Reaching Out

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 7 months)

Adapted a children's car to be joystick-operable for a child with cerebral palsy. Repaired and modified toys for children with developmental disabilities.

Adaptive Toy Modification Community Engagement Problem Solving