Pedro Chiu
About Pedro Chiu
Pedro Chiu is a Senior System Engineer at Synaptics, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from National Chiao Tung University and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from National Taiwan University.
Work at Synaptics
Pedro Chiu has been employed at Synaptics since 2012, where he holds the position of Senior System Engineer. In this role, he focuses on developing forcepad designs and is responsible for debugging customer issues related to touchpad and fingerprint solutions. His work involves designing schematics and reviewing PCB layouts to ensure the functionality and reliability of these solutions. Chiu also contributes to engineering projects by writing Python scripts for lightweight verification and BASIC scripts for sensor pattern simulation.
Education and Expertise
Pedro Chiu earned a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from National Chiao Tung University, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at National Taiwan University from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and communication strategies, which he applies in his current engineering role.
Background
Before joining Synaptics, Pedro Chiu worked at Realtek Semiconductor Corp. as a System Designer from 2006 to 2012. During his six years at Realtek, he gained valuable experience in system design within the semiconductor industry. His work in Hsinchu Metropolitan Area contributed to his technical expertise and prepared him for his current position in Taipei City, Taiwan.
Technical Skills
Pedro Chiu possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a Senior System Engineer. He is proficient in writing Python scripts for lightweight verification processes and BASIC scripts for simulating sensor patterns. His responsibilities also include designing schematics and reviewing PCB layouts, which are critical for the development of touchpad and fingerprint solutions. Additionally, he addresses customer issues, showcasing his problem-solving abilities in engineering contexts.