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I’m Alvin Branch, an electrical engineer with extensive experience in PCB design. I specialize in transforming concepts and early-stage ideas into reliable, manufacturable products that are ready for testing, certification, and production. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University and currently work for one of the fastest-growing medical device companies in the United States. Previously, I worked as an electrical design engineer for a leading U.S. defense contractor. My experience in the medical-device and defense industries has given me a disciplined approach to engineering, with a strong emphasis on reliability, safety, quality, documentation, risk management, and compliance-conscious design. My technical capabilities include: • 10+ years of experience in PCB design, layout, and schematic capture • 5+ years of experience using Autodesk Fusion for electronics design, PCB development, 3D modeling, and mechanical integration • Multilayer, mixed-signal, high-speed, high-density, and compact PCB designs • Power electronics, power supplies, voltage regulation, battery-powered systems, and power-distribution architecture • Analog, digital, and embedded hardware development • Microcontroller-based systems, sensors, communication interfaces, and peripheral integration • Component research, selection, qualification, and lifecycle management • Circuit simulation, design analysis, performance optimization, and technical reviews • Signal integrity, power integrity, grounding, shielding, and noise-reduction strategies • EMI/EMC-conscious design, troubleshooting, and pre-compliance preparation • Prototype assembly support, board bring-up, debugging, testing, and design verification • Root-cause analysis and corrective action for complex hardware issues • Design for manufacturability, assembly, testability, reliability, and cost optimization • PCB-to-enclosure integration, connector placement, 3D clearance checks, and fit verification • Bill of materials development, fabrication and assembly files, technical documentation, and production support • Design modernization, component-obsolescence management, and improvements to existing products • Collaboration with mechanical, firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality teams Throughout my career, I have successfully taken products from initial ideas and hand-drawn concepts through requirements development, circuit design, PCB layout, mechanical integration, prototyping, testing, verification, and mass production. I understand that a successful design must do more than function—it must also be reliable, manufacturable, maintainable, cost-effective, and well documented. Whether you need a complete electronic product designed from the ground up, assistance improving an existing design, or support resolving a difficult hardware problem, I can provide practical engineering solutions backed by real-world industry experience. I approach every project with clear communication, careful attention to detail, and a strong commitment to delivering dependable, professional results. If you have an idea or engineering challenge, I would be glad to discuss your requirements and help turn your concept into a successful product.

As a lighting designer specializing in luxury residences, I help architects, interior designers, and developers transform spaces into unique visual experiences. 🏡 My focus is on architectural lighting design for both interiors and exteriors, prioritizing visual comfort, aesthetics, and functionality. 💡 I work with professional tools like DIALux evo, Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and Lutron Designer to deliver comprehensive projects that meet international standards with the highest level of technical detail. 🔧 Services I Offer: ✔ Professional lighting design (3D modeling, calculations, and lighting scenes in DIALux evo) ✔ Detailed electrical and lighting plans (Revit/AutoCAD) ✔ Complete technical documentation for project execution ✔ Consulting on luminaire selection and lighting control systems (including Lutron) 📐 I integrate design seamlessly with architecture and interior styling from the beginning, working closely with interdisciplinary teams to achieve coherent, elegant, and functional results. ✅ Available up to 40 hours per week Fluent in English & Spanish. Committed to structured processes and punctual delivery. Let’s discuss your project!

Ronald Ross, PE, ICC E3, LEED AP BD+C, ME, EVITP Principal, Senior Electrical Engineer Ross Electrical Engineering LLC, Maryland URL: Ross.Engineering YEARS OF EXPERIENCE 30 yrs plus - Electrical Design 9 yrs - NEC/IBC Code Review REGISTRATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS Professional Engineer (MD, DE, NJ, DC, VA, FL, TX, MI) Master Electrician (MD, DE, NJ) LEED AP BD+C, ICC E2 & E3, ME, EVITP SUMMARY Ronald (Ron) Ross, principal of Ross Electrical Engineering LLC, has provided commercial electrical design services for numerous MEP, GC & Electrical contractors, and Architectural firms. Ron welcomes projects from Upwork's clients. He has over 30 years of electrical design experience in renovation and new construction. He possesses a strong MEP background in commercial, federal, healthcare, educational, and industrial design projects. His diverse project experience includes school, park, theater, library, restaurant, hotel, townhome, beverage, and industrial plant electrical designs. He has 9 years of NEC/IBC code compliance reviews throughout United States to meet NEC, NFPA, IBC, and IRC requirements. He also prepares Power/Arc Flash studies for campuses, plants, communication towers, and commercial buildings. He is able to analyze and provide practical solutions to meet current and future requirements including EV chargers. Registered in NJ Clean Energy Program as a Trade Ally. PROJECT EXPERIENCE Electrical Engineering Design Conduct Electrical designs projects for MEP and Architectural firms. Sample Projects RENOVATION/NEW CONSTRUCTION MULTIPLE SITES PROJECTS: A 100K sq. ft. four story building. The electrical design included a modified switchgear, a 1.25 MW generator, electrical power for additional elevators, a large UPS in a server room, additional electrical rooms, and additional HVAC equipment. PARK AND STAGE PROJECTS: Designed the electrical power, stage lighting, and AV sound systems. Performed commissioning, start-up, and deficiency reports for completed projects. GYM & SCHOOL PROJECTS: Designed power, lighting, site lighting, and future EV Charging for a two-story open floor building for a Martial Arts training and an after-school childcare program. Designed lighting and power for multiple schools. HOTEL RENOVATIONS, REDESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION (i.e. Residence Inn): Revised previous electrical design by another firm and conducted construction administration with electrical contractors. INDUSTRIAL PLANT PROJECTS: Conducted bottling line renovation design, modified main service, VFDs, and circuit tie ins for conveyor systems. Designed new extrusion pump power feeds for a 900 Hp motor via dual feed VFD drives and electrical grounding for exterior silos and truck tilter system. Designed electrical distribution, control room, and all plant lighting. Electrical Plan/Design Reviews CONDUCT ELECTRICAL PLAN REVIEWS BASED ON NEC AND IBC ELECTRICAL CODES (i.e. MGM National Harbor): As a certified International Code Council (ICC E3), review electrical plans and codes specialized in commercial buildings such as stadium, apartment complex, Casino, and shopping centers throughout the United States. Power System Analysis Studies Conduct Power Systems studies for campus and commercial buildings by using SKM Power Tools (Arc Flash Evaluation, Equipment Evaluation, Load and Fault Calculations, short circuit studies, and creation of custom Labels). Field QA/QC and RFP experience Electrical inspections, equipment installation compliance reports, and procedural standards for Hilton Hotel and Walter Reed Medical Center. Supervision of field modifications, preliminary design selections for MDOT/MTA. Multiple design feasibility studies for USACE.

I’m a PCB design | Reverse PCB Design Engineer specializing in reconstructing, analyzing, and improving existing circuit boards when original documentation is missing or incomplete. Over the past 10+ years, I’ve reverse-engineered dozens of commercial products ranging from consumer electronics to industrial controllers helping clients recreate legacy hardware, correct design flaws, and prepare boards for manufacturing. Work History & Experience •Rebuilt complete schematic and PCB files from physical boards for multiple clients in the U.S. and Europe •Successfully reverse-engineered 4-layer and 6-layer RF boards, including WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS modules •Restored obsolete industrial control boards where BOM and Gerbers were no longer available •Converted entire product families from old proprietary boards into modern Altium or KiCad designs •Helped several startups recover and redesign hardware after losing original engineering teams •Reverse-designed battery-powered IoT devices, optimizing power paths, charging circuits, and safety features •Translated raw PCB scans and photos into fully manufacturable Gerber and ODB++ files •Conducted board validation, corrected routing issues, and improved manufacturability for mass production •Supported clients in factory communication, DFM review, stack-up selection, and production testing Core Skills •PCB reverse engineering (from 1-layer to 8-layer boards) •Schematic reconstruction from physical PCB •Net tracing, component identification, and footprint rebuilding •Recreating BOM with equivalent components •Altium, KiCad, Eagle, OrCAD •High-speed and RF routing reconstruction •Power supply and charger circuit analysis •Legacy hardware modernization •EMC/ESD improvement and reliability upgrades •Gerber recreation for manufacturing What I Can Deliver •Complete schematic + PCB files from any board •Clean, readable, and logically organized circuits •Rebuilt BOM with part numbers and sourcing links •Improved design ready for prototyping or mass production •DXF/STEP data for enclosure designers •Manufacturing package (Gerber, drill, pick-and-place, PDF docs) Why Clients Choose Me •Hands-on experience with 100+ boards across multiple industries •Ability to reverse-engineer boards without original documents •Fast, precise reconstruction—even for dense multilayer layouts •Professional communication and clear reporting •A strong record supporting real production builds