Vanessa Noel

Mechanical Engineer @Launchpad Build AI

CA, US

Joined as one of the first engineers at a robotics startup developing AI-powered manufacturing systems• Designed and built robotic platforms from the ground up, including mechanical assemblies, wiring, and embedded control logic.• Wrote firmware and automation code to coordinate motors, actuators, and sensors for precise, repeatable operation.• Collaborated across mechanical, electrical, and software teams to prototype, validate, and deliver production-ready hardware.• Prototyped and tested new hardware, iterating quickly to validate mechanical, electrical, and software changes.

Queen's University

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Mechanical Engineering