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Carter Smith

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Computer Engineering student at Miami University building real-world automation, embedded, and control systems.

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About Me

I'm a senior Computer Engineering student at Miami University (Oxford, OH) with a minor in Computer Science, graduating May 2026. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between hardware and software — designing control systems that work reliably in real industrial environments.

My hands-on experience at Complete Automation has given me direct exposure to configuring PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks from design through on-site commissioning. I thrive on solving hard problems and turning complex system requirements into clean, working solutions.

3.69 GPA
2+ Years Industry Exp.

Miami University

B.S. Computer Engineering

Minor: Computer Science

Oxford, OH

Expected May 2026

Academic Honors

  • GPA: 3.69 / 4.0
  • Dean's List — 6x

Technical Skills

Core Engineering

PLC Programming Control System Modeling HMI Development EtherNet/IP Embedded Control Systems Modbus TCP Network Configuration Field Commissioning

Software & Tools

C / C++ Python MATLAB / Simulink Studio 5000 FactoryTalk EPLAN ELECTRIC P8 Git

Cross-Discipline

Electrical Print Reading Cross-Discipline Collaboration VFD Configuration I/O Module Integration Sensor Wiring & Commissioning

Experience

Electrical Controls Engineering Intern

Complete Automation — Lake Orion, MI

June 2024 – Present
  • Integrated industrial control systems by configuring and connecting PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, I/O modules, and other field devices across EtherNet/IP networks to function as a unified automated system.
  • Collaborated with engineers across multiple disciplines to develop PLC logic and HMI interfaces in Studio 5000, supporting system builds from design through final testing.
  • Configured and tested industrial device communication protocols including EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP to enable connectivity across multi-device automation systems.
  • Participated in on-site commissioning and troubleshooting of completed automation systems at customer facilities.
Studio 5000EtherNet/IPModbus TCPPLCHMI

Machine Operator

Basic Rubber & Plastics Co. — Walled Lake, MI

May 2023 – May 2024
  • Operated precision molding machines to produce rubber and plastic parts for government and OEM customers.
  • Performed visual quality inspections on all components to maintain production standards.
ManufacturingQuality ControlPrecision Machining

Projects

Complete Automation Summer 2025

PLC–Smart Relay Communication Integration

Researched an Eaton smart relay's communication architecture, identified its native Modbus TCP protocol, and engineered a protocol converter to bridge it to EtherNet/IP for seamless integration with Allen-Bradley PLC systems. The solution has since been adopted across multiple large-scale plant projects.

  • Reverse-engineered relay communication architecture
  • Designed and implemented Modbus TCP → EtherNet/IP bridge
  • Solution adopted company-wide for plant-scale deployments
Modbus TCPEtherNet/IPAllen-BradleyPLC
Miami University Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

PLC Controls Course Development & System Implementation

Co-developed a comprehensive industrial automation curriculum at Miami University, covering safety, industry standards, and hands-on PLC programming. Showcased the course at an engineering expo with a live Allen-Bradley PLC-controlled train demo.

  • Co-developed 10+ modules with labs, lectures, HW, and quizzes
  • Created instructional videos and written lab guides
  • Live PLC-controlled train demo at engineering expo
Allen-BradleyStudio 5000Curriculum DesignPLC
ECE 436 Fall 2025

Quanser Cart Control System

Developed a full mathematical model and transfer function for a motor-driven cart, then designed, tuned, and validated PD and PID controllers against time-domain performance specifications using MATLAB simulation and live hardware testing.

  • Derived transfer function and state-space model
  • Tuned PD and PID controllers to time-domain specs
  • Validated on Quanser hardware with MATLAB/Simulink
MATLABSimulinkPID ControlControl Theory
ECE 484 Spring 2025

AVR Smart Alarm & Light Hub

Designed and built a multifunction embedded system on an AVR microcontroller, integrating alarm logic, peripheral control, and inter-chip communication into a single cohesive unit.

  • Alarm logic with stepper-based door lock mechanism
  • LCD status feedback and PWM LED dimming
  • Voltage monitoring + SPI inter-chip communication
C/C++AVREmbeddedSPIPWM

Get In Touch

I'm actively seeking full-time roles in controls, automation, and embedded systems engineering following graduation in May 2026. Feel free to reach out.

Email carternsmith03@gmail.com
LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/carternsmith
GitHub github.com/carter1224
Location Detroit, MI