About

I am a highly dedicated and practical Electrical Engineer at Evans Energy, with a background in Software and Electronics. I am a recent master’s graduate from the University of Leeds, holding an Integrated Master’s in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering. My experience includes multiple R&D roles, where I have led projects in IoT and Electrical engineering, developing solutions for monitoring electrical assets for several large clients. For further details, please feel free to contact me or download my CV below for your consideration.

Basic Information
Email:
pralishbusiness@gmail.com
Phone:
Available Upon Request
Address:
Hinckley, UK
Language:
English, Nepali, French
Programming Languages:
C/C++, Python with ML through Scikitlearn and Tensorflow, SQL, VBA, MATLAB, Verilog, vHDL, Javascript, HTML, CSS
Professional Skills
Programming Languages: Python, C/C++, Flask, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

3D CAD: SOLIDWORKS, Fusion360, AutoCAD

PCB Design: EAGLE PCB, Altium Designer

Soft Skills:
  • Excellent time management and clear communication
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Adaptable and quick learner in fast-paced environments
  • Team leader and dependable team player
Industry Experience

August 2024 – Present

Evans Energy
Electrical Engineer
  • Constructed custom-built PLC devices for remote health monitoring using embedded systems, Python and C++.
  • Designed IoT devices for high-voltage asset performance measurement using custom PCB design and firmware in C++.
  • Created metering units for >15MWpk solar park installations using SOLIDWORKS and Fusion 360.
  • Developed integrated hardware/software fault monitoring systems that reduced fault incidents on high-value sites.
  • Led client meetings offering tailored technical solutions for operational efficiency.

July 2024 – October 2024

University of Leeds
Software Research Assistant
  • Designed a custom slicer application in Python to control advanced manufacturing machines.
  • Led research on software development techniques for Advanced Manufacturing applications.

October 2023 – July 2024

University of Leeds
Embedded Systems Lab Assistant
  • Supported students with C++ programming during multiple embedded systems lab sessions.
  • Invigilated and supported software engineering practical exams.

April 2022 – December 2023

VoltVision
Software and IoT Electronics Engineer
  • Developed robust IoT devices using Fusion 360, EAGLE, and microcontroller integration.
  • Engineered secure embedded software on Linux-based systems for industrial monitoring.
  • Adopted agile methodology and acted as scrum master in cross-departmental projects.
  • Built analytics tools to evaluate electrical performance for FTSE100 clients.
  • Created custom front-end software using Python, SQL and HTML for client use.

December 2021 – April 2022

VoltVision
Consultant Engineer
  • Researched solutions to issues such as Partial Discharge in electrical systems.
  • Designed and built automated testing jigs for sensor verification and evaluation.

July 2021 – September 2021

University of Leeds
Power Electronics Engineer Intern
  • Designed and tested a DC-AC conversion PCB in Eagle and simulated in MATLAB.
  • Developed STM-based microcontroller logic for student-facing power electronics projects.

January 2021 – March 2021

University of Leeds
Software Research Intern
  • Worked on the ABBA-IoT CyberASAP project integrating ICSim with Node-RED on Raspberry Pi 3.
  • Strengthened collaborative research and coding skills in an IoT cyber-security context.
Engineering Projects

August 2023 – Present

Evans Energy
Power Electronics IIoT Device
  • Designed and developed an Industrial IoT device for high-voltage electrical asset monitoring using STM and ESP32 microcontrollers.
  • Built custom PCBs and developed embedded software in C, Python, and Linux for deployment in industrial environments.

September 2023 – May 2024

University of Leeds
Masters Project – Prosthetic Control System
  • Designed a custom PCB to control an active upper-limb prosthetic with haptic feedback.
  • Developed an artificial neural network (ANN) in Python for grip classification using force sensor data.

February 2023

Evans Energy
PLC Data Transmission System
  • Created a Python-based application to extract and transmit Modbus data from PLCs for IIoT usage.
  • Optimized the system for stable operation on Linux-based industrial computers.

September 2022 – June 2023

University of Leeds
Year 3 Individual Project – V2V EV Charging
  • Developed a vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) DC-DC converter-based EV charging system.
  • Performed real-time simulations and constructed a functioning prototype.

September 2021 – Present

University of Leeds – ShockSoc
Skills Development Lab
  • Organized and taught weekly labs for students across all years on AI implementation in embedded systems.
  • Demonstrated practical applications using sensors and robotics to teach real-world problem-solving skills.

July 2021 – September 2021

University of Leeds
Power Electronics Converter Project
  • Created, simulated, and built a DC-AC converter using Eagle, MATLAB, and Simulink.
  • Implemented and tested the converter with a focus on application for power electronics education.

April 2020 – May 2020

TeensInAI
YouthVsCovid Global Hackathon
  • Led development of a full-stack web app using Flask, SQLAlchemy, HTML, CSS, and Heroku.
  • Delivered an MVP solution addressing pandemic challenges under a tight deadline.
Education

2019 - 2024

MEng, BEng Mechatronics & Robotics
Integrated Masters with Honours – 1st Class

School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Leeds

Key Projects:

  • Design of a prosthetic control PCB with ANN-based grip classification
  • Industrial IoT device for high-voltage asset monitoring using STM/ESP32
  • V2V EV charger prototype with integrated DC-DC converter

2017 - 2019

A Levels
Hills Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge

A Levels

  • Mathematics: Grade A
  • Physics: Grade B
  • Chemistry: Grade B
  • Extended Project Qualification: Grade A
Other Links

01 September 2021

Online Article
"Spotlight Series: Q&A with Pralish Satyal, Robotics Engineering Undergraduate."

South Asians For Sustainability

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01 April 2020

Online Blog Post
"OLFA: Online Learning, For All"

DevPost Hackathon Post

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17 April 2018

News Article
"Hills Road students win tour of Cambridge Medical Robotics following prestigious competition"

Cambridge Network

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01 March 2018

News Article
"Robot teams learn about creation process at Hills Road Sixth Form College"

Cambridge Independent

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Contact Me
Feel free to contact me. My details are listed below.

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Pralish Satyal

Address

Cambridge, UK / Leicestershire, UK

Phone

07976535212

Email Address

pralishbusiness@gmail.com