Miles Young

Mechatronics Project Portfolio

I design, develop, and test mechatronics systems. With a background in interdisciplinary engineering design, hands-on experience with iterative prototyping, and training in structured problem-solving, I help teams solve real-world problems and bring imaginative designs to life.

Qualifications & Technical Skills

B.S. Mechanical Engineering - Concentration in Mechatronics

5+ years of experience in system automation, robotics, and mechatronics

Automation: PLC programming • HMI graphics • Networking • Panel Design • Electrical & Instrumentation • Data Historization

Design: Human-centered Design Methodology • Multi-domain analytical modeling • Electromechanical system integration • Rapid Iterative prototyping

Programming: Real-Time Embedded programming • Python/MicroPython • C++/Arduino • MATLAB & Simulink • Ladder logic & Functional Block Diagram

Prototyping: PCB design • Soldering • Additive manufacturing • Laser cutting • Milling • Turning • Welding • Casting • Metrology

CAD: SolidWorks • Fusion 360 • Finite Element Analysis • Hand drafting & descriptive geometry • GD&T • Design for manufacturing/assembly

Education

UC Berkeley

Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, Concentration in Control of Robotic and Autonomous Systems

Expected Graduation May 2027

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Concentration in Mechatronics

Graduated Cum Laude • Member of Tau Beta Pi, California Mu Chapter

  • Nitinol Animatronic Eye

    Nitinol Animatronic Eye

    This animatronic eye mechanism uses nitinol shape memory wires for simple and silent actuation around two axes of rotation. I developed a novel PCB to enable precise control and self-sensing feedback for each wire’s position. 3D printing the mechanism's components has enabled quick iterative prototyping of the joint. I’m excited about the potential of this actuator-joint combo for other mechatronic and robotic applications!

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  • Zephyr Kite Steering

    ZEPHYR KITE STEERING is the work-in-progress, second-gen iteration of my kite companion module. Designed for dual-line kites, it transmits positional data and receives steering commands via radio and Bluetooth.

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  • Wearable Balancing Aid

    Over the course of a year-long interdisciplinary senior project, my team developed this wearable to help people experiencing difficulty with proprioception.

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  • Ball-balancing Platform

    This self-balancing platform was the culmination of my mechatronics concentration at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

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  • Animatronic Mask

    My first attempt at animatronics, finished just in time for Halloween 2022.

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  • Zephyr Kite Companion

    Collect environmental and dynamic data about your kite while you fly your kite! Information is transmitted over low-frequency radio and displayed on a touch-screen interface.

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