Born and raised in a small rural village, I am a dedicated and ambitious electrotechnical engineer with over nine years of experience spanning mobile robotics research, automotive test system development, and medical device electronics. I am currently focused on medical technology, a field I have been contributing to for nearly two years. My rural roots have instilled a strong sense of teamwork and the importance of building meaningful connections within my community and with collaborators to enrich both my work and the well-being of those around me.

André Faria

Born and raised in a small rural village, I am a dedicated and ambitious electrotechnical engineer with over nine years of experience spanning mobile robotics research, automotive test system development, and medical device electronics. I am currently focused on medical technology, a field I have been contributing to for nearly two years. My rural roots have instilled a strong sense of teamwork and the importance of building meaningful connections within my community and with collaborators to enrich both my work and the well-being of those around me.

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Born and raised in a small rural village, I am a dedicated and ambitious electrotechnical engineer with over nine years of experience spanning mobile robotics research, automotive test system development, and medical device electronics. I am currently focused on medical technology, a field I have been contributing to for nearly two years.

My rural roots have instilled a strong sense of teamwork and the importance of building meaningful connections within my community and with collaborators to enrich both my work and the well-being of those around me.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Work Experience

Hardware Developer at Sword Health
April 1, 2022 - Present
Improve PCB designs across health-related devices, including motion trackers, pelvic therapy systems, and wearable products. Conduct detailed research and technical studies for pelvic therapy and wearable electronics, working with Nordic microcontrollers, vital-sign sensors, IMUs, battery-powered architectures, and power-management circuits. Design and support production tools such as test JIGs, flashing stations, semi-assembly validation setups, and custom machinery upgrades. Manage component sourcing and coordinate with distributors, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to keep overseas production running smoothly.
Electronics & Firmware Development Engineer at Prozis.tech
August 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Designed and developed electronics and firmware for consumer electronics utilizing USB-C, Wireless Charging, MEMS, and Bluetooth (Nordic NRF52); Managed national and international supplier procurement processes for electronic components, overseeing assembly and mounting.
Electronics Department Coordinator at CONTROLAR - Innovating Industry
October 1, 2018 - August 1, 2021
Directed the design and development of electronic and microelectronic circuits for embedded, automation, and test systems. Coordinated department workflow, innovated PCB functional and electrical validation processes. Evaluated and enhanced operational procedures, collaborated with HR for technical skills assessment. Led the research and selection of electronic components for new designs and coordinated with assembly and manufacturing service providers.
Research Engineer at INESCTEC
September 1, 2014 - October 1, 2018
Researched and developed firmware and electronic systems for unmanned deep-sea vehicles, employing RTOS and Linux-based ROS. Collaborated closely with mechanical manufacturers to optimize design and functionality of deep-sea vehicles. Engaged actively in national and international scientific conferences, contributing to projects like ICARUS, TURTLE, and BlueCom Plus.

Education

Ph.D. Candidate at FEUP (Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
M.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering at ISEP
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet