Benjamin Beaudet
Software & Mechanical Engineer
Columbus, OH / Brooklyn, NY
Professional Experience
Software Engineer
Jun - Aug 2025Fractal Tech
Full-Time
- Built and deployed 20 full-stack apps including an AI-powered smart mirror, React Native mobile puzzle game, image analysis and algorithm visualization tool, and an AI riddle chatbot
- Ripped 933 GitHub commits and 239 PRs with 800+ hours of hands-on-keys
Embedded Firmware Engineer
Jun - Jul 2025Cerelog
Contract
- Integrated Brainflow library with ESP32 microcontroller and ADS1289 EEG chip for real-time brain wave data processing
- Implemented serial communication protocols with custom message packaging, error handling, and O(n) ring buffer algorithm for reliable data transmission
- Developed parametric configuration system allowing dynamic adjustment of sampling rates, channel activation, and voltage gain settings through serial handshake protocols
Product Engineer
Apr 2022 - Jun 2023Lazurite
Full-Time
- Designed and manufactured 15 portable demo devices with integrated electronics and software systems
- Implemented PLM software to manage inventory of 75+ electronic components and optimize supply chain
- Conducted 6 product validation tests and optimized manufacturing processes for first 10 production units
- Developed cost analysis systems demonstrating 25% savings through data-driven optimization
Design Engineer / Project Manager
Summer 2019Birkdale Neuro Rehab Centre
Contract
- Designed and prototyped innovative medical therapy device with 50% cost savings over alternatives
- Integrated Arduino PLCs with Bluetooth connectivity, pressure sensors, and haptic feedback systems
- Programmed 10 unique device outputs enabling patients to complete therapy through interactive games
Technical Skills
Frontend Development
TypeScript
Next.js
React
React Native
Backend & Database
Node.js
Express
PostgreSQL
Supabase
Neon
Programming Languages
JavaScript
Python
C/C++
Arduino
VBA
MATLAB
Deployment
GitTown
Docker
Vercel
Netlify
Render
AI & Development Tools
Claude Code
OpenAI Vision API
OpenAI TTS
ElevenLabs TTS
Replit
v0
Media Production & Graphic Design
Final Cut Pro
iMovie
Logo Design
CAD & Automation
Inventor
iLogic
SolidWorks
AutoCAD
Technical Projects
AI Smart Mirror
React
OpenAI Vision API
OpenAI TTS
Raspberry Pi
Interactive smart mirror with AI-powered computer vision and text-to-speech.
- Integrated OpenAI Vision API for real-time object recognition and analysis
- Implemented text-to-speech functionality using OpenAI TTS for voice interactions
- Built responsive React interface for mirror display and user interactions
- Deployed on Raspberry Pi with custom hardware integration for mirror display
Design Automation System
VBA
iLogic
CAD APIs
Comprehensive automation system for mechanical design workflows with modern development practices.
- Built 5,000+ lines of VBA and iLogic code to automate 80% of design processes
- Integrated with CAD APIs and database systems using modern development practices
- Implemented version control with Git and collaborative development workflows
- Used AI tools for code optimization and debugging
Education
AI Accelerator & Software Engineering Bootcamp
Summer 2025 CohortFractal Tech
Brooklyn, NYVenture For America Fellowship
2021 - 2023Entrepreneurship fellowship program
Training Bootcamp: July 2021Master of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship
2020 - 2021John Carroll University
GPA: 3.52Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
2016 - 2020Miami University • Mathematics Minor • Cum Laude
GPA: 3.68