Hey there!

Welcome to my portfolio!

My name is Jacob Chisholm. I was born and raised in Vancouver BC and I’m currently living in Kingston Ontario attending Queen’s University for Computer Engineering. When I’m not working on one of my projects I enjoy being outside on the mountains either skiing or biking. When I’m not on the hills you can usually find me down at the marina or out on the ocean.

Some of my main interests at the moment include embedded development and computer architecture. I also enjoy PCB design and working on wiring harnesses. In the past I’ve worked on competitive robotics teams, competing in VEX EDR provincials tournaments and the First Robotics World Championships. Currently, I’m working as the head of the Electrical and Firmware team aboard Queen’s Formula SAE Racing Design Team.

Below is a brief overview of some of my skills and experience. References are available upon request.

Programming Skills

C

95%

VHDL

60%

Verilog

55%

Other Skills

Altium Designer

85%

Fusion 360 / Solidworks

70%

Researcher, Queen's University CAESAR Lab, Mithrl Lab

2023 — present

Working on the union of Supercomputing and Robotics, taking computationally complex algorithms and redesigning them to run in real time.

Electrical Lead, Queen's Formula SAE Racing Team

2023 — 2024

Electrical and Firmware Co-Lead aboard Queen's Formula SAE Racing Team. Worked on the transition from a combustion engine to a fully electric vehicle.

PD Coordinator, Queen's University Engineering Society

2023 — 2024

One of four Professional Development Event Coordinators for Queen's University's Engineering Society.

Engineering Student, Queen's University

2022 — present

I am Currently enrolled in Queen's University Electrical and Computer Engineering Innovation program (ECEi).

Lift Operator, ThunderBird Marine

2022 — 2023

Worked as a lift operator and yard worker at ThunderBird Marine. I was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the 25 Metric Ton Marine Travel Lift, the 5 Metric Ton Hoist, and onsite forklifts. While employed, I earned my Forklift Operator's Certificate.

Ten Ton Robotics Team

2019 — 2023

Competed in the VEX Robotics Competition for four years. In grade 12, I competed in the First Robotics Competition as the lead of the programming and electrical subsystems. While competing in FRC, the team placed 1st in the Canadian Pacific Regional, and I was awarded the Innovation in Engineering Award for my autonomous ball indexing system. The team also placed 19th in the World Championships in Houston, Texas.