Anderson Ardila
Bogotá, Colombia
Summary
Electronics Engineer with a Master of Science in Motorsport Engineering, specializing in the design and implementation of embedded systems for the automotive sector. Experienced in working with two electric racing series, with a strong focus on optimizing the performance of formula-style, fully electric cars. Known for excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, networking, adaptability to change, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electric Vehicle Consultancy Freelancer
Self-employed
Wolrdwide
12.2017 - Current
- Provided some guidelines about the EV architectures and components to Colombian companies related to the conversion of gasoline cars into electric cars.
- Participated as a jury member in a few educational institutes to evaluate projects dealing with electromobility.
- Provided technical support to the BYD Colombia sales force at the 16th Bogotá International Motor Show. Collected information from 124 potential customers interested in purchasing the BYD e5 electric vehicle, of which 5 bought it.
Electronics Engineer
MUB Smart Internal Mobility
Sabaneta, Colombia
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and tested software in order to get operational motor controller battery hardware for the MUB cars.
- Assembled and tested the ECU PCB, and managed associated component files in EAGLE.
- Manufactured, designed using WireViz, and installed wire harnesses inside the cars.
Motor Control Systems Team Leader
Formula Club E, Oxford Brookes University in collaboration with Dallara
Oxford, United Kingdom
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed and tested software in order to get operational motor controller battery hardware for the Formula Club E prototype car.
- Applied the functional safety based on ISO 26262 and the risk analysis methodology, FMEA.
- Designed a motor control system for the FCE commercial car, applying controller theory associated with Field Oriented Control, using MATLAB/Simulink and Dymola.
- Assembled the e-powertrain for the prototype car using a PMSM Yasa and an off-the-shelf controller, Sevcon, applying safety rules adopted by Formula Student Electric and Formula E.
Powertrain and Electronics Team Leader
DCM Formula SENA ECO team, SENA National Service of Learning SENA
Bogotá, Colombia
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed an Electronic Control Unit with an automotive NXP MCU in order to centralize the operation for a formula-type electric vehicle.
- Implemented the electronic throttle control, data management for the telemetry equipment, and electronics differential control.
- Applied the functional safety based on ISO 26262 and the risk analysis methodology, FMEA.
- Coded the solution in C language, applying MISRA C, and designed the PCB using Altium Designer in accordance with IPC Class 2.
- Established procedures to control monitoring and measuring using LabVIEW, and conducted the preventive and corrective maintenance of the vehicle.
Electronics Team Leader
DCM Formula SENA ECO, SENA National Service of Learning SENA
Bogotá, Colombia
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Developed an embedded system with an automotive NXP MCU in order to design and implement a data acquisition system based on the CAN bus for a formula-type electric vehicle. The hardware design was implemented using Altium Designer.
- Coded the solution in Assembler and C language and designed the PCB using Altium Designer in accordance with the IPC class 1.
- This electronics technology development allowed the DCM team to collect data on each electronic module to interpret and optimize the performance of the vehicle.
Education
Master of Science - Motorsport Engineering
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, United Kingdom12-2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Engineering
National University of Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia12-2007
Skills
- Communication
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- PCB design and manufacturing
- Electrified powertrains
- EV Motor Control Systems
- Road vehicles functional safety
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
- The best technology-based entrepreneurship, Innova Youth Fest 2024. Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. October 2024.
- Scholarship to pursue the MSc in Motorsport Engineering at Oxford Brookes University, 2016 – 2017. Colfuturo. July 2016
- The best electronics technology development implemented in the Formula SENA ECO (FSE) 2014 award. National Service of Learning (SENA). December 2014
Affiliations
- Doing sports.
- Eating healthfully.
- Dancing.
- Hanging out with my family and friends.
Presentations and Publications
- Ardila Anderson, Giraldo Lizeth, Ceballos Sarita. LISA robot to assess physiotherapy exercises.
Innova Youth Fest 2024. Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Bogotá Colombia, October 2024. - Ardila Anderson, Giraldo Lizeth, Ceballos Sarita. LISA robot to assess physiotherapy exercises. MILSET Expo-Sciences International 2023. Puebla Mexico, October 2023.
- Ardila Anderson, Granda Bárbara, Perez Isabel. ZECRIS Infrared heating system for a learning environment at the Tecnoacademia del oriente antioqueño. RedColsi National event 2023. Cartagena Colombia, October 2023.
- Ardila Anderson, Giraldo Lizeth, Ceballos Sarita. LISA robot to assess physiotherapy exercises. RedColsi National event 2022. Medellín Colombia, October 2023.
- Ardila Anderson, Pineda Juan, Zuluaga Jose. JUMI social robot therapist to treat anxiety and stress in children and adolescents. RedColsi Regional event 2022. Medellín Colombia, May 2022.
- Ardila Anderson, Giraldo Lizeth, Ceballos Sarita. LISA robot to assess physiotherapy exercises. RedColsi Regional event 2022. Medellín Colombia, May 2022.
- Ardila Anderson, Hernández Leonardo, Marín Juan. Electronic Control Unit design for a formula-type electric vehicle. Proyecta IDT SENA 2015 Congress, 94-100. Bogotá Colombia, October 2015.
- Ardila Anderson, Camelo Miguel, Nieto Feider, Ramírez Luisa, Suarez Oscar. CAN module design for the electric vehicle of DCM team Formula SENA ECO. Proyecta IDT SENA 2014 Forum, 59-63. Bogotá Colombia, October 2015.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electronics Engineer
MUB Smart Internal Mobility
11.2022 - 01.2023
Electric Vehicle Consultancy Freelancer
Self-employed
12.2017 - Current
Motor Control Systems Team Leader
Formula Club E, Oxford Brookes University in collaboration with Dallara
12.2016 - 11.2017
Powertrain and Electronics Team Leader
DCM Formula SENA ECO team, SENA National Service of Learning SENA
02.2015 - 06.2016
Electronics Team Leader
DCM Formula SENA ECO, SENA National Service of Learning SENA
04.2014 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Motorsport Engineering
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Engineering
National University of Colombia
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