Richard Castro
About Richard Castro
Richard Castro is a Power Electronics Engineer with experience in robotics and welding technology. He currently works at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC and serves as a Teaching and Lab Assistant at Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Work at Miller Electric
Richard Castro has been employed at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC as a Power Electronics Engineer since 2021. In this role, he has designed and analyzed an auto transformer model for emerging technology, which was tested and finalized for implementation. He has also interfaced laser sensors, infrared sensors, and MOSFETs into a new beta phase welding technology that is currently under internal review for a utility patent. Additionally, he fabricated a test fixture aimed at rapid troubleshooting and diagnostics in the welding industry, focusing on system testing of components such as motor drivers and power supplies.
Current Role at Milwaukee School of Engineering
Since 2020, Richard Castro has served as a Teaching and Lab Assistant at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. In this capacity, he supports students in their learning processes and assists in laboratory settings. He also holds a position as an RCAS Tutor at the same institution since 2019, where he provides tutoring services, demonstrating a recognized level of proficiency as indicated by his CRLA certification.
Education and Expertise
Richard Castro completed his Electrical Engineering degree at the Milwaukee School of Engineering from 2018 to 2022. His education provided him with a strong foundation in electrical systems and power electronics. During his academic career, he completed projects such as a multi-peripheral articulated transformable robot and a continuous signal oscilloscope, showcasing his technical skills and innovative thinking.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current roles, Richard Castro worked as an Innovator at The Commons for a brief period in 2019. He also gained industry experience through an internship at Switch Gear Power Solutions. These experiences contributed to his development as a professional in the field of electrical engineering and power electronics.
Prototyping and Technical Skills
Richard Castro has demonstrated proficiency in creating prototypes capable of multi-platform adaptation using Solidworks and Arduino. His technical skills extend to interfacing various sensors and components, which are essential for developing advanced technologies in the engineering sector.