Biography

Michael Bell

I am a recent electrical engineering graduate specializing in analog, mixed-signal, and RF design, driven by a desire to build electronic systems at a fundamental level. My practical foundation started early, evolving from childhood Legos to manual trades before I discovered hardware design at age 16. This hands-on background instilled a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and taught me to view engineering as both a strict technical discipline and an art.

Today, I bridge the gap between theory and functional hardware by designing independent projects across audio circuitry, telecommunications, and embedded systems. I approach every build with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement through iterative design. At my core, I value hard work, practice, and my family, whose support has shaped my growth and remains the driving force behind my engineering career.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering
University of British Columbia Okanagan | 2020 - 2026
Graduated with Distinction | GPA 3.38 / 4.00

Experience

To see a timeline of my full work experience, please visit my Work Experience page.

Projects

To see my projects, please visit my Projects page.
For my technical write-ups and experiments visit my Technical Blog.

Skills

Throughout personal, school, and work projects, I have picked up a number of skills in hardware and software design, as well as workplace skills in team environments.

Hardware

Equipment

Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies, Function Generators, Vector Network Analyzers, Tracking Generators and Spectrum Analyzers, and some minor SCPI knowledge.
Soldering (THT, SMD, Under microscope), PCB fabrication and Etching, Troubleshooting and Repair.
Programming Embedded Atmel and Espressif (ESP8266, ESP32) Microcontrollers.
Very familiar with 3D Printing and some experience with CNC Milling circuit boards.
General mechanical tools, vernier scales, power tools (drills, saws, lathes).
Constructing and configuring analog communication systems for simplex and simplex repeater stations.

Software

Math & Simulation

GNU Octave, MATLAB, and SIMULINK.
LTSpice, Qucs-studio.
ANSYS Electronics suite HFSS simulations.
Cadence AWR Design Environment and AWR AXIEM (from 4th year RFIC Course & Antennas Course)

CAD & EDAs

KiCAD, Altium Designer.
Siemens Xpedition for schematic drawing, Siemens Hyperlynx for PDN Analysis.
Cadence Virtuoso (from 4th year Digital VLSI Course)
Very familiar with SOLIDWORKS CAD software.
BambuLab Studio and Prusa Slicer for 3D printing.

Programming & Operating Systems

Experience with C++, Python, Javascript, Bash, CMD & Powershell, HTML, CSS, Markdown.
Configuration and usage of Linux operating systems.

General Office Software

Strong familiarity with :custom-bluebeam: Bluebeam.
Microsoft Office suite, Word, Excel, Microsoft VBA Macros.

Workplace

Following through on tasks to completion with a high level of attention to detail and reliability.
Motivate and will work effectively while independent or within a team.
Ability to adapt to new and changing environments quickly and apply new skills in a timely manner.
Very strong organizational skills with time, documentation, and resource allocation.
Strong ability to coordinate within a team and prioritize tasks effectively.

I have learned a number of key circuit building blocks and topologies such as various op-amp configurations, passive and active filters for audio and RF, amplifier design, analog multipliers, and much more.

Hobbies & Interests

Amateur Radio, Homebrew radios, and Homemade Antennas.
Analog Electronics design, modular synthesizers, audio effects.
Skiing, Swimming, Off Roading, Camping, Marksmanship, Hiking.
Music, Piano, and Synthesizers.