Eric Monroe has a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering from Southern Polytechnic State University. He currently works as the Head of Electrical Testing Lab at Applied Technical Services, where he designs test methods and oversees automation. Previously he interned at B&R Industrial Automation, assisting with testing and improving automation systems. His project experience includes developing control systems for an autonomous homebrewing assembly, inverted pendulum simulation, and a self-balancing one-wheeled skateboard. He has strong skills in C++, embedded systems, MATLAB, AutoCAD, PLC programming, and industrial automation.