Resume *Updated Nov. 2019*

1. Luke Grantham
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Phone: (619)339-3958 Email: Lukeographer@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukegrantham
Driven student professional pursuing a career in ASIC Development.
EDUCATION:
San Diego State University: Bachelor of Sciences in Computer Engineering Conferred: May 2019
Cumulative GPA: 3.61
Awards: Cum Laude, With Distinction in: Computer Engineering, Dean’s List
Relevant Coursework: Modeling and Simulation, Multimedia Communication Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Computer
Networks, Circuit Analysis, Data Structures and OOP, Computer Vision, Signals and Systems, Microprocessors, C#/C++/C
Programming, Embedded Systems Programming, Digital Circuits, Engineering Electronics, Windows Programming, Digital Systems,
Computer Organization, Combinatorics, Discrete Mathematics.
SKILLS AND TRAINING:
Technical:
Proficient in: C#/C/C++, Verilog, Python, Xilinx Vivado, VBScript, Xilinx ISE, SATA, PCIe, UART, NVMe, FPGA
Programming, Networks, Databases, MATLAB, SCADA, PLC Programming (RSLogix), Universal Robots Programming,
Industrial Automation, Electrical Controls, MS SQL, ARM/MIPS Assembly, Visual Studio, Eclipse, SolidWorks 2018, RISA 3D
16.0, Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.
Familiar with: I2C, Cognex Vision Systems, TCP/IP Ethernet Communications, Java, and Atmel Embedded Studio.
Non-Technical: Team-oriented goals, strong interpersonal skills, excellent communicator, fast learner, excels under
pressure, open minded, effective problem-solver, team player, and entrepreneurial mindset.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
ASIC Validation Engineer – ASIC Design Engineering, Western Digital Corporation May 2019 – Present
o Accelerated verification and validation of pre/post silicon SoCs on FPGA (or similar) platforms for client and
enterprise SSD/HDD data storage products.
o Actively expanded test planning and execution in hardware/firmware validation pertaining to high-speed
communication protocols across multiple host platforms using Synopsys and Broadcom IP blocks.
o Collaborated closely with ASIC design and firmware engineers in debugging SoCs to ensure communication QoS
across devices.
Automation and Controls Engineer (Part Time), AIM Aerospace May 2018 – December 2018
o Programmed, installed, and tested Inductive Automation SCADA control systems, collaborative Universal Robots,
PLCs, IOT integration, and SQL database administration.
o Accomplished real-time updating and debugging of systems to drive the completion of production deadlines.
o Facilitated the integration of Industry 4.0 into the production of advanced composites for UAS applications.
Project Engineer, Grantham Engineering Inc. Jun. 2017 – July 2018
o Experienced in design, drafting and analysis of structures ranging from lifting devices, canopies, docs, tanks, and
others.
o Utilized CAD design in SolidWorks, RISA 3D, RISA Foundation, and RISA Connection to determine appropriate
design specifications.
o Analyzed a gamut of challenging projects to ensure reliability and maintainability.
o Experienced in problem solving and achieved team projects with deadline-oriented timeframes.
Field Energy Specialist, SolarCity DBA Tesla March 2016-June 2017
o Consistently top 10 sales performer in the nation out of 200.
o Engaged and informed customers in the concepts Tesla’s clean energy solutions.
o Drove the creation of in-store leads to generate interest for the product and assist in the customer’s transition to clean
energy.
o Facilitated the integration of SolarCity to Tesla while exceeding goals to driving production.