I am Paul Nieves

Electrical and Computer Systems Engineer

Projects

Explore a collection of my multidisciplinary projects that showcase my skills in coding, hardware design, music technology, and research

  • All
  • Hardware
  • Software

ASIC Transistor Layout - CMOS Logic Design

Candence - schematic, layout, logic diagrams (65 nm)

Analog and Digital Modular Synthesizer

Embedded Hardware Design

RISC-V Pipelined Processor

Computer Architecture and Hardware Design

4 Core Set Associative Cache Coherence

Computer Architecture and Hardware Design

Rapidly Exploring Random Tree (RRT) Algorithm

Control Systems and Robotics

Mountain Car and Pendulum Policy Learning - Control Systems

Mountain Car and Pendulum Policy Learning - Control Systems

Reinforcement learning - Q-learning - AI

Pipelined and Transposed FPGA Variable IIR Filter

Digital Signal Processing and VLSI Design

Pipelined and Parrellelized FPGA 102 Tap FIR Filter

Digital Signal Processing and VLSI Design

Note Detector Circuit

Frequency Password Circuit PCB

Automated Food Plating System For Dinning Hall

Converyor Belt - 70 Watt 3 Phase Motor Control System

Audio Compressor - MATLAB

Digital Signal Processing

Segway Auto Balancing

Control Systems

Name: Paul Nieves Pedraza

Profile: Electrical and Computer Systems Engineer

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (787) 667-6860

Skills
C++/Python Number of Projects - 52
PCB Design Number of Projects - 7
FPGA Number of Projects - 24
Control Systems Number of Projects - 14

About me

I'm Paul Nieves, an FPGA Engineer at Collins Aerospace and a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where I earned both a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Computer Systems Design. My background spans digital hardware, embedded systems, and software engineering, with professional experience delivering production tools and automation solutions.

I am currently seeking a Software Engineering role where I can apply my strong programming skills, systems-level perspective, and experience bridging hardware and software. With hands-on experience ranging from FPGA development and low-level systems design to modern application development and infrastructure, I bring a unique, practical approach to solving complex engineering problems. Fluent in English and Spanish, I'm eager to contribute to a team building impactful software.

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Summary

Paul Nieves

Detail and deadline-driven Electrical Engineer with 2+ years of professional experience designing and developing electrical/software systems from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.

Education

M.S. Electrical Engineering

May 2024 - May 2025

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY

Graduate coursework in computer architecture, digital systems, and controls. Designed CPUs, cache hierarchies, cache-coherent multi-core memory systems, and vector processing units. Gained hands-on experience with reinforcement learning and convolutional neural networks for real-time control and image classification. Studied VLSI design with static CMOS logic and full-custom layout using Cadence tools, and applied advanced DSP optimization techniques by implementing and evaluating IIR and FIR filters on FPGAs. Completed an analog synthesizer design project, strengthening schematic capture, CAD workflows, and PCB layout skills.

B.S. Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering Dual

May 2020 - May 2024

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY

Rigorous coursework covering key areas such as Electrical Energy Systems, Fields and Waves, and Digital Signal Processing. Gained practical experience in Embedded Control, Microelectronics Technology, and Circuit Design, while deepening knowledge in Computer Architecture (CANOS) and Data Structures. Applied advanced mathematical concepts from Multivariable Calculus, Matrix Algebra, and Differential Equations to solve complex engineering problems.

Professional Experience

FPGA Engineer

May 2025 - Present

Collins Aerospace, Aguadilla, PR

  • Support Mission Systems on the THAAD program by delivering customer documentation (AS051, AS057, TEC memos, Test Plans, PCN/SRI) to Lockheed Martin.
  • Developed a Python automation tool to apply Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) markings across multiple document types, improving compliance and saving ~56 hours per employee annually.
  • Built internal tools using Microsoft Power Apps to track task progress, manage approvals, and streamline document release workflows.

Network Technician

May 2024 - Aug 2024

Claro Puerto Rico, Guaynabo, PR

  • Diagnosed and resolved connectivity issues across fiber optic, copper, and coaxial networks.
  • Maintained and troubleshot demarcation points (TMARC, ASR 9000/920, Cisco 3000) for residential and commercial customers.

Embedded Hardware Engineer

Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

Green Action Studio, Schenectady, NY

  • Verified ARM-based microcontroller firmware and tested system-level functionality.
  • Designed PCB modules for an electric vehicle charger, including a UL-compliant ground fault detection circuit.

Contact

Get in touch with me through the information provided below. Whether you have a question, need one of my services, or just want to say hello.

Address

San Juan, PR

Call Me

787 667 6860

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