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Hi, I am Jesús

Jesus Vargas

Mechatronics Engineer & Robotics Master's Student

Hi, I’m a mechatronics engineer from Mexico with a focus on robotics, electronics, and software development. I enjoy working on systems that integrate mechanical design, embedded control, and automation. This portfolio includes selected projects I’ve developed during my academic and professional experience, highlighting the tools and methods used in each case.

3D Design (SolidWorks, CAD)
C++ / Python Programming (Robotics)
Circuit & PCB Design
Teamwork
Troubleshooting & Debugging
Persistence

Projects

Low-Level Control System | KUKA iDo
Low-Level Control System | KUKA iDo
Developer

Embedded control system using micro-ROS on a custom PCB with real-time motor and sensor integration.

Sensor Module | USB HID Interface
Sensor Module | USB HID Interface
Developer

Sensor module designed for USB HID communication.

Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)
Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)
Developer

Mobile robot designed for autonomous navigation in controlled environments.

DC Variable Power Source
DC Variable Power Source
Developer

Custom-built DC power source with variable voltage output.

Electric Scooter | Mechatronic Design
Electric Scooter | Mechatronic Design
Developer

User-centered design of an electric scooter with modular frame, structural simulation, and embedded electronics.

Motor Test Bench | Aerodesign
Motor Test Bench | Aerodesign
Developer

Motor performance testing platform for propulsion analysis.

Musical Laser Harp
Musical Laser Harp
Developer

Interactive electronic harp using laser beams as virtual strings.

Automated Conveyor with Metal Detection | PLC S1200
Automated Conveyor with Metal Detection | PLC S1200
Developer

Conveyor automation system with integrated metal detection and bag sealing.

Water Consumption System | LOGO! Siemens
Water Consumption System | LOGO! Siemens
Developer

PLC-based automation system for monitoring water consumption using Siemens LOGO!.

Object Collecting Robot
Object Collecting Robot
Developer

Robot designed in SolidWorks and programmed in LabVIEW for object collection.

Robociety | Student Group
Robociety | Student Group
Member

Member of student group focused on robotics projects and competitions.

Gripper Design for Harvesting Tomatoes
Gripper Design for Harvesting Tomatoes
Designer

End-effector CAD model optimized for tomato harvesting tasks.

Self Targeting Laser Turret
Self Targeting Laser Turret
Developer

Development of a laser targeting system with motion control.

Welding Robot ARM | CAD Design
Welding Robot ARM | CAD Design
Designer

3D CAD modeling of a robotic arm for automated welding.

UR10 Solving Hanoi Tower
UR10 Solving Hanoi Tower
Developer

Implementation of inverse kinematics for UR10 robot arm solving Hanoi Tower.

Upright CNC Router | MATLAB Simulation
Upright CNC Router | MATLAB Simulation
Developer

CNC system modeling and control using MATLAB for simulation and validation.

RC Flying Wing | Aerodesign
RC Flying Wing | Aerodesign
Developer

Design and fabrication of a flying wing RC aircraft.

TEUS 2023 | Aerodesign
TEUS 2023 | Aerodesign
Team Member

Part of the design and testing team for competitive aerodesign aircraft.

Cloud Surfer 2022 | Aerodesign
Cloud Surfer 2022 | Aerodesign
Team Member

Aerodynamic aircraft design for payload and efficiency.

Aerodynamics Analysis of GOE398 Profile
Aerodynamics Analysis of GOE398 Profile
Analyst

CFD analysis of the GOE398 airfoil for aerodynamic characterization.

DIY Gas Forge with Hard Fire Brick
DIY Gas Forge with Hard Fire Brick
Builder

High-temperature gas forge constructed using fire bricks for metal work.

Skills

Education

2023–Present
Master's in Robotics
Specialization:
Algorithms, Software, and Artificial Intelligence
B.Sc. in Mechatronic Engineering
Extracurricular Activities:
  • Academic Talent Scholarship recipient
  • Member of Aerodesign student group
  • Member of Robociety student group
  • National CENEVAL Award for Outstanding Performance in Mechatronics
High School Diploma
Extracurricular Activities:
  • 1st place – XXVII State Chemistry Olympiad (Estado de México)
  • 2nd place – XXVII National Chemistry Olympiad

Experiences

1
RIWO Engineering

Jan 2024 - Jul 2024

Netherlands

Internship focused on SLAM algorithm design and sensor fusion using ROS 2.

Robotics & SLAM Intern

Jan 2024 - Jul 2024

Responsibilities:
  • Designed and implemented an EKF-SLAM algorithm in ROS 2 to map RFID tags using wheel odometry, IMU data, and loop closures through tag re-detections.
  • Structured and maintained a ROS 2 workspace with packages and nodes required for the SLAM simulation pipeline.
  • Simulated the system in Gazebo and visualized localization and mapping outputs in RViz.
  • Developed data analysis scripts using Python and Jupyter Notebooks to process and visualize results from ROS 2 bag files.

Magana S.A de C.V

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023

Mexico

Textile company specialized school and industry uniform manufacturing.

Electrical Engineer

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023

Responsibilities:
  • Documented the electrical and sensor subsystems of a fabric inspection machine using KiCad.
  • Participated in the disassembly and reassembly of the machine for manufacturing and replication purposes.
  • Described key components including encoder-based position sensing, relay-based feedback lighting, and frequency drive control of AC motors.
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Independent Contractor

Dec 2022 - Jun 2023

Mexico

Freelance engineering services focused on hardware integration and real-time sensor systems.

Mechatronics Engineer

Dec 2022 - Jun 2023

Responsibilities:
  • Designed and implemented a USB HID acquisition module using an Arduino Pro Micro for a driving simulator interface.
  • Integrated sensors to detect turn signals, gear position, ignition state, and seatbelt engagement for automated driver evaluation.
  • Enabled mapping of multiple input states to simulator commands to replicate real-world vehicle behavior.

Mexico

Prestigious private university known for excellence in engineering and innovation.

Teaching Assistant – Differential Equations

2018 - 2021

Responsibilities:
  • Provided academic support to first-semester engineering students in Differential Equations.
  • Participated in the official university tutoring program.
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Publications

Water Consumption Monitoring System and Home Automation Based on LOGO! 8.3 and AWS Cloud Connection
IEEE 2023

This paper presents a home automation system designed to promote water conservation using Siemens LOGO! 8.3 modules. The solution integrates three subsystems: water usage monitoring, rainwater harvesting with irrigation, and lighting control. Real-time remote access is enabled via AWS Cloud. The system highlights how technology can assist informed users in sustainable water use.