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Duncan McRae

Electrical Engineering Intern

Email: smcra022@uottawa.ca | Phone: 613-330-3436 | Location: Ottawa, ON | stephendmcrae.com | LinkedIn

Professional Summary

Honours Physics and Electrical Engineering student entering second CO-OP placement. Successfully completed nine semesters of diverse coursework involving both advanced physics concepts and modern electrical engineering principles. Proven in hands-on work involving problem solving and a persistent work-ethic. Mechanically inclined with a passion for electronics and control systems.

Education

Honours BSc Physics and BASc Electrical Engineering with Specialization in Communications (CO-OP)

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | 2021 – Present

  • Expected Graduation: May 2027
  • CGPA: 7.57/10

Skills

Computer Skills

  • Python, C, MATLAB, VBA
  • Windows, Linux, Docker, VS Code
  • Multisim, SolidWorks, Fusion 360
  • Microsoft Office

Technical Skills

  • Circuit Analysis and Design
  • Solid State Components
  • Communications Systems
  • Metalworking, Welding, Soldering, Carpentry
  • Equipment Maintenance and Repair
  • Machinery Operation

Soft Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Autonomy
  • Tenacity

Experience

Engineering Technician (CO-OP)

BluMetric Environmental Inc., Carp, ON | Jan. – Aug. 2025

  • Disassembled and assembled ROWPU and SROD units for department of national defence.
  • Conducted troubleshooting and quality assurance on water treatment systems.
  • Created documentation and manuals for assembly of new water treatment equipment.

Construction Labourer

JS Maçonnerie Inc., Embrun, ON | May – Aug. 2023

  • Assisted bricklayers with brick moving, sorting and cutting stone.
  • Operated construction equipment and power tools.

Farm Hand

Charlottengro Farms Inc., Williamstown, ON | 2020 – 2023

  • Assisted in general farm duties including animal care and field work.
  • Operated, maintained, and repaired equipment and machinery.
  • Installed new equipment when necessary.

Farm Hand

Heidi Farms Inc., Bainsville, ON | 2016 – 2023

  • Performed multiple roles in milking operations during early and late hours.
  • Operated equipment during harvest season.

Construction Labourer

Dave Lawson Woodworking Ltd., Jasper, AB | Sept. – Dec. 2020

  • Operated construction equipment and power tools.
  • Applied construction techniques including reinforced concrete, framing, insulation, and roofing.

Projects

Capstone Project: Drone-Targeting Device with Artificial Intelligence (AI)

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Sept. 2025 - Present

  • Working with a group of engineering students, designing a device to locate and track encroaching drones and UAVs using Voxel movement method and AI image recognition.
  • Main focus on integrating machine learning methods for real-time detection and response.

Physics Research Project: Intermediate Band (IB) Mobility in IB Solar Cells

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Sept. 2025 – Present

  • Working under a professor at the University of Ottawa, researching the effects of IB mobility on the efficiency of IB solar cells for practical implementation.
  • Conducting python simulations using Simudo software.

Radio Frequency (RF) Power Characterization

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Sept. - Dec. 2025

  • Worked in a partnership to design, assemble and test a device measuring and parameterizing RF power available for low power devices.
  • Integrated Arduino microcontroller for data collection and analysis.
  • View Full Project Report (PDF)

Engineers Without Borders

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Jan. - Mar. 2023

  • Worked with fellow engineering students to design new systems for Mazi Ltd. in Kenya using SOLIDWORKS.

Second Year Engineering Design Project

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Jan. – Apr. 2022

  • Worked with team of engineering students to design accessibility part for the Tetra Society of North America.

First Year Engineering Design Project

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | Sept. – Dec. 2021

  • Designed and programmed applications for Zafin using various programming languages and platforms.