Jackson Luis

EXPERIENCE

R&D Electrical Technical Specialist

Boston Dynamics – Atlas Humanoid Team

Oct 2023 – Aug 2025

  • Perform hands-on testing of PCBs, actuators, and full humanoid limbs to ensure performance, reliability, and safety.

  • Diagnose electrical and hardware issues, collaborating closely with engineers to identify root causes and implement solutions.

  • Conduct PCB failure analysis and perform precision microsoldering on complex electronic assemblies.

  • Design and build custom tools, 3D printed fixtures, and cable harnesses to support testing and production workflows.

  • Author comprehensive technical documentation and onboarding materials to support knowledge transfer and training of new hires.

  • Support R&D initiatives by building, validating, and iterating on prototypes in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Production Engineer, R&D Technician, Acting COO

Metroboard / Hoyt St / Duck Battery Systems

Mar 2022 – Sep 2023.

  • Managed marketing contracts, a team of brand ambassadors, and field technicians.

  • Designed and tested small form factor electric vehicles and components, including injection mold design, machining optimization, and electromechanical systems.

  • Integrated and tested high-voltage DC systems, lithium-ion battery packs, and Battery Management Systems (BMS).

  • Diagnosis of malfunctioning battery packs and battery management systems.

  • Developed and optimized manufacturing processes, including vacuum forming, soldering, 3D printing, and laser cutting.

  • Maintained inventory control and coordinated with manufacturing partners to ensure quality and efficiency.

  • Led operations as Acting COO at Hoyt St, overseeing production, logistics, and strategic growth initiatives

Director of Systems and Technology

Sparrow Wine & Liquor Co

Jan 2019 - Mar 2022

  • IT management & Support

  • Staff training & resource management

  • E-commerce management ($2M/yr)

  • Inventory control & marketplace integration

  • Project management & process optimization

R&D Assistant, Field Service Technician

Vinfinity Systems

Sep 2014 - Mar 2022

  • Design consultant

  • Head field service representative

  • Industrial vacuum system diagnosis & repair

Systems and Technology Consultant

The Costa Group LLC

Jan 2019 - Mar 2022

  • Multiple Restaurant IT services, Point of Sale system upgrades, Staff training, B2B communication, and logistics software setup and execution

EDUCATION

Rutgers University, New Brunswick — BA, Physics

Sep 2014 - Dec 2019

SKILLS

PCB Diagnostics & Repair: Skilled in PCB analysis, repair, and microsoldering using Altium Designer

Cable Assemblies: Design, documentation, and fabrication (36AWG–6AWG)

Test Equipment & Robotics: Dyno operation (Linux, Python); robotics lab setup and hardware diagnostics

Embedded Systems: Familiar with NVIDIA Orin and Xavier platforms

Mechanical Design: Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, and SolidWorks. 10 Years in CAD experience total.

3D Printing: Experienced in designing parts optimized for FDM 3D printing characteristics

System Integration: Hardware-software prototyping and testing in R&D environments

Tooling & Fixtures: Custom tool and fixture design for specialized assemblies

Team & Technical Communication: Training, team leadership, and B2B collaboration

IT & Troubleshooting: Technical support, system setup, and process optimization

Adaptability: Quick to learn new tools, platforms, and technologies

Other: Fluent in English and Spanish; experienced educator (former ski instructor)

LANGUAGES

English and Spanish

Personal Projects

instagram.com/jackson.builds