Samuel Bollman

I am an R&D Electrical Engineer at S&C Electric Company, where I develop electronics for the power industry. I hold an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Michigan State University. Through a mix of academic research, internships, and industry experience I’ve developed a strong foundation in a broad range skills. My core interests include Hardware Design, Embedded Systems, Semiconductors, and Power Electronics.

Skills

Languages: Python, C++, MATLAB

Hardware: Schematic design (OrCAD, Allegro), SPICE simulation, ESP32, PCB bring-up & validation, Bench testing (Oscilloscope), High voltage testing, CAD

Embedded: Microcontrollers, Embedded C/C++, Real-time signal processing

Experience

S&C Electric Company

Chicago, IL
Jul 2025 — Present
Electrical Engineer I
  • Designed schematics and C/C++ embedded firmware for 10-channel sequencer to replace commercial units costing over $20k, providing precise timing for zero-crossing making/breaking.
  • Led development, validation, and implementation of 10 test rack units to improve high power lab infrastructure including schematic design and a Python Tkinter GUI.
  • Performed SPICE simulations, high voltage testing, and fixture design for arc voltage measurement during vacuum interrupter testing.
  • View Automated Test System Project →

Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI
Aug 2021 — Dec 2024
Student Researcher
  • Co-authored research on large scale network modeling; developed Python-based simulation and optimization tools for minimizing large networks used for modeling social dynamics.
  • Collaborated with faculty and PhD students on computational research projects including published work: Mathematical modeling of disinformation and effectiveness of mitigation policies.

West Michigan Compounding

Greenville, MI
May 2023 — Aug 2024
Project Manager Intern
  • Automated data analysis using Python and Excel to track product quality trends, improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Deployed barcode scanning system to streamline product receiving and inventory management.

Education

Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI
M.S. Electrical & Computer Engineering 3.8 / 4.0 GPA
2024 — 2025
B.S. Electrical & Computer Engineering 3.5 / 4.0 GPA
2021 — 2024
  • Concentration: Smart Systems
  • Honors College
  • Capstone Project: Radar-Based Slope Measurement System with Texas Instruments.
  • View TI Capstone Details →