Whitney James
About Whitney James
Whitney James is a Lead Electrical Engineer at Blue River Technology in Santa Clara, California, with a strong background in electrical engineering and product development. With experience in high-speed board layout and complex system integration, James has worked in various engineering roles since 2004, contributing to both consumer electronics and agricultural robotics.
Work at Blue River Technology
Whitney James has been serving as the Lead Electrical Engineer at Blue River Technology since 2023. In this role, James focuses on hands-on hardware development and complex electrical system integration. Prior to this position, James held multiple roles within the company, including Senior Electrical Engineer and Electrical Engineer, accumulating a total of over five years of experience at Blue River Technology. The company is known for its advancements in agricultural technology, particularly in the area of robotics.
Education and Expertise
Whitney James earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Western Washington University, studying from 2004 to 2008. Following this, James continued education at the University of Washington, where a second Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering was obtained from 2008 to 2010. This educational background has equipped James with a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, particularly in high-speed board layout and complex board designs.
Background
Whitney James has a diverse engineering background that includes experience in various roles across different companies. Prior to joining Blue River Technology, James worked at Navdy as an Electrical Engineer and at Fluke Corporation in various engineering roles. The career began with a position as a Sales Associate at Radio Shack Corporation, followed by an internship at Electroimpact. This varied experience has contributed to a broad skill set in electrical engineering and product development.
Achievements
Whitney James has developed advanced skills in high-speed board layout and complex electrical system integration. Notable contributions include designing automated test fixtures and custom project enclosures with thermal management solutions. James is proficient in using Altium as the preferred ECAD software, demonstrating expertise in advanced features such as BOM and library management tools. This technical proficiency supports James's reputation for fostering collaboration and creativity within engineering teams.