Jacob Scherer
About Jacob Scherer
Jacob Scherer is a Senior Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in the field, including roles at Graco and Nortech Systems, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from St. Cloud State University and has a strong background in remote control vehicle development and open-source software projects.
Work at Nortech Systems
Jacob Scherer currently holds the position of Senior Electrical Engineer at Nortech Systems, Inc. He began his tenure in 2022 and has been contributing to the company for two years. His role involves applying his extensive knowledge in electrical engineering to various projects within the organization, focusing on innovative solutions and compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience at Graco
Prior to his current role, Jacob Scherer worked at Graco for four years as a Senior Electrical Engineer from 2018 to 2022. He also served as an Electrical Engineer III at Graco from 2010 to 2016 for six years. His experience at Graco included managing electrical engineering projects and ensuring the successful implementation of engineering solutions.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering
Jacob Scherer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Optics from St. Cloud State University. He attended the university from 2005 to 2009, completing his studies over a four-year period. This educational foundation has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his engineering career.
Internship Experience
Jacob Scherer gained valuable experience through internships early in his career. He worked as an Electrical Engineering Intern at Honeywell Aerospace for four months in 2008 and as a Substation Engineering Intern at Alliant Energy for four months in 2007. These internships provided him with practical insights into the electrical engineering field.
Technical Skills and Hobbies
Jacob Scherer possesses expertise in Electromechanical Compatibility testing and compliance with both domestic and international standards. He actively engages in personal projects involving building and modifying remote control vehicles, including planes and quadcopters. Additionally, he works with large open source software projects and pursues further education through hobbies such as 3D printing and modifying printers.