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Thomas McEntee

Thomas McEntee

Munchen

Summary

Experienced German-British robotics engineer specializing in electro-mechanical systems, software design, and data processing. Skilled in writing reliable code, with a background in industries with strict standards such as automotive and medical robotics. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities honed during PhD research, consistently delivering innovative solutions and embracing new technologies with confidence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Developer

Reactive-Robotics
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Led the creation of the company's multi-terabyte data warehouse
  • Created models to predict / improve patient progress and detect / predict errors in a medical robot.
  • Developed and released firmware for an external partner's Bluetooth device used in surgical theatres, managing requirements, development, testing and validation, documentation, and customer contact.
  • Implemented a new GUI for medical robotic device which significantly improved user satisfaction
  • Mentored junior engineers

Software Developer

Navel Robotics
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Developed software for a ball-balancing social robot using the Nvidia Jetson platform.
  • Created a natural language processing and speech synthesis pipelines.
  • Created robot animation and movement control software.
  • Implemented audio and graphics drivers

Software Developer

Valeo
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Developed firmware for an ADAS sensor (ASIL-D compliant) using MISRA-C and ISO 26262 standards.
  • Led software unit testing and validation, improving system reliability.

Research Assistant

Saint Petersburg Electro-Technical University
08.2013 - 03.2014
  • Researched and designed optical metamaterials.
  • Simulated and tested metamaterials using MATLAB & CST Microwave Studios.

Lab Tutor

Heriot-Watt University
09.2011 - 09.2017
  • Instructed students in dynamics, material strength, and metrology lab techniques.

PhD Researcher

Heriot-Watt University
09.2011 - 03.2023
  • Designed and developed a lens-less thin-film large-area camera
  • Combined optics, electronics, and computational modelling to create and validate novel imaging techniques.
  • Conducted simulations to create a predictive camera model and built a physical prototype for testing, refining designs based on results.

Research Assistant

Italian Institute of Technology
06.2010 - 09.2010
  • Designed a test rig for a robotic leg, integrating FEM analysis and sensor systems.

Education

Ph.D. - Robotics & Optics

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
01.2022

MEng - Robotics & Cybertronics Engineering

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
06.2011

Skills

  • Python, C, C, Matlab, SQL
  • PCB design
  • CAD / FEA
  • 3D Printing
  • Image Processing
  • Data Analysis and Modelling
  • Machine Learning
  • Embedded Firmware
  • GUI Development
  • Control System Design
  • Database design
  • Creating Requirements
  • Object-oriented programming
  • Software architecture design
  • Testing and debugging
  • Mentoring

Hobbies and Interests

  • Robotics: Active in the Heriot-Watt Robotics Society (12 years), collaborating on research projects.
  • Whisky Enthusiast: Former whisky society leader, hosting private tastings.
  • 3D Printing & Prototyping: Personal and collaborative projects.
  • Gardening

Timeline

Senior Software Developer

Reactive-Robotics
04.2022 - 07.2025

Software Developer

Navel Robotics
01.2020 - 03.2022

Software Developer

Valeo
08.2018 - 01.2020

Research Assistant

Saint Petersburg Electro-Technical University
08.2013 - 03.2014

Lab Tutor

Heriot-Watt University
09.2011 - 09.2017

PhD Researcher

Heriot-Watt University
09.2011 - 03.2023

Research Assistant

Italian Institute of Technology
06.2010 - 09.2010

Ph.D. - Robotics & Optics

Heriot-Watt University

MEng - Robotics & Cybertronics Engineering

Heriot-Watt University

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