Zoe Jaramillo

Cal Poly SLO Electrical Engineering Student

About Me

I am an electrical engineering student at Cal Poly SLO, interested in power electronics, aerospace, and hardware systems such as wiring, PCB design, and space technologies. I bring a strong blend of technical problem-solving and service-oriented experience developed through three years of volunteer work with the Irvine Police Department, where I learned to remain adaptable and quick-thinking in fast-paced, unpredictable situations. In addition, I pursue photography with a focus on sports and automotive subjects, while also taking on paid and freelance projects such as graduations and environmental portraits. This work has deepened my creativity, attention to detail, and adaptability to various client needs.

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Project Archive

SYSTEM INDEX // TOTAL UNITS: 8

Mars Rover
REF_ZJ-01 Aerospace

Mars Rover

Led the wire harnessing team for a fully student-designed rover, engineering the 2025 harness architecture for sensors, motors, and power systems.

Harness Design Soldering Systems Integration
4-bit DAC PCB
REF_ZJ-02 PCB Design

4-bit DAC PCB

Designed and fabricated a compact 4-bit Weighted Resistor DAC, converting digital signals to analog audio, validated on oscilloscope and Arduino.

LTspice EAGLE PCB Assembly
Slot Machine Game
REF_ZJ-03 FPGA

Slot Machine Game

Built a full slot machine game on a Basys 3 FPGA using SystemVerilog, integrating a custom FSM, comparator, and win detection logic.

SystemVerilog FSM Design FPGA
Autonomous Car
REF_ZJ-04 Autonomous Systems

Autonomous Car

Designed and implemented an autonomous RC vehicle at UC San Diego's COSMOS program using the DonkeyCar AI Framework, behavior cloning, and OpenCV, achieving fully autonomous lane-following.

DonkeyCar OpenCV Embedded Linux
FSAE Front Wire Harness
REF_ZJ-05 Motorsport

FSAE Front Wire Harness

Designed and assembled the front wire harness for Cal Poly Racing's Formula SAE vehicle in Siemens NX and Rapid Harness, refining routing and connector integration for reliability.

Siemens NX Rapid Harness Crimping
Integra Project Car
REF_ZJ-06 Automotive

Integra Project Car

Ongoing build and restoration of a 1998 Acura Integra, covering mechanical work, electrical troubleshooting, and cosmetic upgrades.

Automotive Repair Wiring Fabrication
Backshell Fixtures
REF_ZJ-07 Aerospace

Backshell Fixtures

Designed and manufactured two custom fixtures in SolidWorks via resin 3D printing to improve wire alignment during aerospace harness backshell assembly.

SolidWorks Resin 3D Printing Fixture Design
Potting EN1556
REF_ZJ-08 Aerospace

Potting EN1556

Authored SolidWorks harness and kit drawings standardizing heater cartridge assembly, molding, and silicone potting to EN1556 spec across five production sites.

Silicone Potting SolidWorks Process Standardization

Professional Experience

Design & Applications Engineering Intern

Amphenol Borisch Technologies — Mesa, AZ // June – Aug. 2026

Assembled and electrically tested 14 aerospace prototype wire harnesses by performing wire stripping, crimping, connector pinning, continuity testing, pull-force testing, and contact retention verification.

Performed electrical validation using oscilloscopes, function generators, and shorted-stub test fixtures while developing standardized electrical test procedures.

Designed two custom fixtures in SolidWorks and manufactured them via resin 3D printing to improve wire alignment during backshell assembly and silicone potting.

Authored four SolidWorks harness and kit drawings that standardized heater cartridge assembly, molding, and potting processes, driving consistent manufacturing work instructions across five production sites.

Technical Skills
Wire Harness Assembly Crimping Connector Pinning Continuity Testing Oscilloscopes SolidWorks Resin 3D Printing
Personable Skills
Attention to Detail Documentation Cross-Site Collaboration Communication
Amphenol Borisch Technologies

Freelance Photographer

Self-Employed — Irvine, CA

Provide paid and freelance photography services with a focus on sports and automotive subjects, alongside client-based work including graduations and environmental portraits.

Manage every stage of a shoot from client communication and location scouting to shooting and post-production editing, adapting style and approach to each client's needs.

Technical Skills
Photography Photo Editing Lighting Composition Post-Production Workflow
Personable Skills
Creativity Attention to Detail Client Communication Adaptability
Freelance Photography

Team Member

Chick-fil-A — Irvine, CA

Delivered fast, friendly customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environment, handling orders, food preparation, and front-of-house operations.

Worked closely with a large team under time pressure, staying organized and adaptable during peak rush periods while maintaining accuracy and a positive customer experience.

Technical Skills
Order Accuracy Cash Handling Food Safety & Prep
Personable Skills
Teamwork Communication Time Management Customer Service
Chick-fil-A Team Member

Police Explorer

Irvine Police Department — Irvine, CA // 3 Years

Volunteered for three years with the Irvine Police Department's Explorer program, assisting officers with community events, department operations, and public safety initiatives.

Developed the ability to remain adaptable and quick-thinking in fast-paced, unpredictable situations, while building strong discipline, communication, and teamwork skills within a structured, service-oriented environment.

Technical Skills
Public Safety Procedures Event Operations Structured Protocol
Personable Skills
Adaptability Quick Decision-Making Discipline Teamwork Communication
Irvine Police Department Explorer

Projects

4-bit DAC PCB Design

I designed and fabricated a compact 4-bit Weighted Resistor DAC PCB using LTspice for simulation and EAGLE for layout. The board successfully converted digital signals to analog audio, validated through oscilloscope testing and Arduino integration. This project reinforced my skills in circuit design, PCB assembly, and mixed-signal analysis, while demonstrating a sustainable, low-power hardware solution.

4-bit DAC PCB Schematic
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Slot Machine Game

  • Built a complete slot machine game system on a Basys 3 FPGA using SystemVerilog, integrating a custom FSM, comparator, random generator, LED drivers, and win detection logic.
  • Collaborated in a 3-person team to debug and implement modules, including state machines and one-shot timing extensions for buzzer and LED signaling, verified through behavioral simulations and hardware testing.
Schematic