

Highly skilled engineering professional with extensive experience in robotics, hardware validation, and mechanical design.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukejocson-037ab7172/
- Spearheaded early-stage product feature development through to full release, ensuring alignment with project timelines and requirements.
- Oversaw advanced-phase feature release, managing all aspects of quality assurance and performance evaluation.
- Led end-of-line testing for complete product rollout, identifying and resolving bugs and pinpointing root causes for improved reliability.
- Redesigned and optimized testing processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and reliability through streamlined protocols.
- Identified innovative approaches to minimize product costs by leveraging early feature development and testing.
- Partnered with a key collaborator to test upcoming product iterations, identifying potential failure points to improve product durability.
- Analyzed triage data and pinpointed system failure points to drive product reliability improvements.
- Conducted design verification of prototype electrical hardware for end-effectors, working closely with the hardware team, manufacturer, and partners to reduce risk and enhance dependability.
- Executed Design of Experiments (DOE) on next-generation end-effectors to optimize drywall mud removal rates..
- Designed, tested, and manufactured mechanical components for next-generation robotic systems, enhancing performance and functionality.
- Validation tested and analyzed data of various components.
- Conducted functional testing to verify compliance with specifications for next-generation robots.
- Utilized data-driven support to identify potential reliability risks and created mitigation plans.
- Presented reliability testing data to the board of engineering, partner companies, and suppliers.
- Diagnose and resolve test-related issues through failure analysis, debugging, and troubleshooting.
- Proactively propose innovative solutions to elevate test coverage and optimize overall effectiveness.
- Establish and maintained strong supplier relations by delivering reliability testing data.
- Design, fabricate, and operated fixtures for end-of-life and reliability testing.
- Perform FMEA on prototype end-effector PCB for next generation of fleet.
- Evaluated the reliability of current sander PCB for its intended function through scripted functional testing and cycle testing.
- Conduct functional and component level testing on prototype PCB's for next generation product.
- Developed comprehensive standard operating procedures for testing fixtures.
- Programmed robotic arm movements using C++ and RoboDK.
- Developed automated testing scripts in C++ and Python to test reliability of robot functionality.
- operating various reliability equipment such as thermal chambers, shock testers, and vibe tables.
- acquiring data for reliability team and analysis.
- Design and fabricate fixtures to test various components of Lyft's bikes and scooters.
- Gather and assess data gathered from fixtures to make critical decisions in choosing various components to use for new projects.
- Operate reliability testers such as thermal chambers, drop testers, and vibe testers.
- Write standard operating procedures for fixtures and step-by-step instructions on how to build the fixture for other Lyft testing facilities.
- Formulate a standard procedure for fabrication requests at Lyft in order to manage time, cost, and materials being used.
- Program Raspberry Pi / Arduino using Python/C++.
- Create custom parts for fixtures using CNC/lathe/laser printer/welder.
- Assist electrical engineering team with PCB (SMD/TH) and cable harness rework.
- Design components in Altium.
- Planned and designed electrical power systems and lighting for buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high rise offices, educational facilities and other commercial and institutional projects.
- Integrate engineering calculations for correct equipment sizing, and selection for low and medium voltage.
- Implement electrical design and performance analysis for lighting, lighting controls, power and low voltage systems.
- Manage and collaborate with various disciplines and clients for sizing and coordination.
- Implemented SKM software to calculate short circuit ratings from bus systems.
- Performed quality control on new designs and redesigns of existing models of floor plans to achieve Title24 compliance. Identified issues and provided detailed reports and solutions to lead project manager.
- Identify issues and provide detailed reports and energy saving solutions to lead project manager.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding fire, lighting, and power building code.