Brian Sennett
bsennett@mit.edu • (845) 891-4649
249 Pearl St., Cambridge, MA 02139
EDUCATION:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Cambridge, MA
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Science and Engineering
May 2013
GPA 4.6/5.0
Relevant coursework: Linear Algebra, Probabilistic Systems Analysis, Computation Structures, Signals and
Systems, Microelectronic Devices, Feedback Systems, Solid-State Circuits, Power Electronics,
Advanced Circuit Techniques, CMOS Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
December 2014
EXPERIENCE:
Bose Corporation
Framingham, MA
Intern, Research and Advanced Development, Noise Reduction Technology Group
June-August 2012
• Designed major revision of circuit board for prototyping next generation of audio control circuit
• Created and supervised extensive testing with critical listeners to evaluate audio target curve
Intern, Electronic Product Design, Home Entertainment Product Development
• Diagnosed issues (hardware and software) with product about to launch
• Initiated research guiding implementation of key feature on new product
June-August 2013
Laboratory for Electromagnetic and Electronic Systems, MIT
Cambridge, MA
Undergraduate Researcher
Jan 2011-June 2013
• Designed, manufactured, and tested printed circuit boards for class demonstration devices
• Implemented hardware and algorithms for water-use monitoring system
Graduate Researcher
Sept 2013-Present
• Investigate presence-sensing technologies using capacitive electric-field sensors
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT
Cambridge, MA
Teaching Assistant, Power Electronics Lab and Microcomputer Lab
Sept 2013-Present
• Plan coursework, develop lab equipment, and assist students in lab for two classes
MIT Formula SAE Team
Cambridge, MA
Electronic Systems Lead
Sept 2011-Present
• Design the control system for MIT’s first FSAE Electric vehicle
• Oversee electronics team and work closely with many engineers from other disciplines
• Complete assembly of all electrical systems in vehicle, placing 7th at Lincoln competition
E33 Productions, MIT
Cambridge, MA
President and Production Manager
Sept 2009-Present
• Plan and coordinate theatrical lighting setup and design for various events around MIT
• Manage teams of assistants and work with clients to execute operation of each show
SKILLS:
Languages: English (fluent), Spanish (conversant)
Programming: MATLAB, assembly, C, Cadsoft EAGLE, Cadence Allegro DE and Virtuoso, SPICE
Musical: Violin, piano; classical and jazz styles; experience with music recording technology
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS:
MIT Symphony Orchestra, WMBR radio station (DJ and technical director), hiking and mountain biking, skiing