Hi, I'm Taiga Morishita
Engineering Technology Student | Purdue University
I am a Sophomore studying Automation and Systems Integration at Purdue University. My interests include aerospace, electronics (with a focus on microcontrollers), and technical theatre. I prioritize relentless optimization, efficiency, and process improvements, but even more importantly the ability to communicate and work in a team.
Download Resume (PDF)Skills & Tools
- Design: Onshape, Altium Designer, KiCad, SOLIDWORKS, NX
- Data Analytics: MATLAB, Dash, Pandas, Parquet
- Programming: PlatformIO, Python, Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Bash, Embedded C++
- Certifications: CISCO Certified Network Associate, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Experience
Subaru of Indiana Automotive Intern - MfE Body
Interned at Subaru of Indiana Automotive as a Manufacturing Engineering intern - Body Section from June 2025 to August 2025. Implemented an upgrade to a Keyence Laser Profiler system, using a Mitsubishi Q-Series PLC to communicate between the measurement system and upstream data logging servers. Additionally reprogrammed over 100 Nachi robots to allow for certain checks to be bypassed during dry runs.
DAQ Member | Purdue Baja Racing
Member of Purdue Baja Racing since September 2024. As part of the Baja SAE competition, we design, manufacture, test, and compete with a clean-sheet off-road vehicle every year. Data Acquisition (DAQ) designs and implements a wide variety of sensor data collection and analysis systems.
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VP of Systems Engineering | Newport Robotics Group - FRC Team 948
In the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), high school students design, build, program, test, and compete with a clean-sheet robot in just 8 weeks. Systems Engineering is a 20+ student subteam that creates a robust, impact-resistant electrical system carrying hundreds of amps of current.
Detailed Projects
Custom STM32 Sensor Board Development
Developed a custom STM32F303K8U6-based sensor interface board, with UART, SWD, CAN, I2C, 8 MHz crystal, and analog support. Verified operation with an ESP32 as a CAN target, and created best practices for designing and programming custom PCB around bare ICs. Initial tests were done using a hand-soldered LQFP-32 STM32 on a breakout board, with a timing crystal and supporting circuitry added onto separate boards. These tests allowed for a fully functional sensor board on the first board revision.
Wireless Strain Gage
Designed and implemented a lightweight, fully wireless, torsional strain measurement system for Baja SAE vehicle axles. Worked closely with Drivetrain subsystem members to establish requirements and designed both the PCB and enclosure around axle dimensions. Used best practices form Omega and Vishay to design a performant strain gage processor in Altium, with high-precision, high-data-rate components and multiple auxiliary sensors. Data is send both wirelessly and saved to a local flash memory chip.
Attendance Tracking System
Created a Login/Logout system for FRC Team 948, connected to a Google Sheets. Programmed GUI made using Python and Tkinter, with API connections to a complex Google Sheet using AppsScript for additional processing. Strong emphasis placed on ease of use and customizability for team leaders. The system also privately sends emails to members upon request, allowing members to see their own attendance history.
See Code Here!PCB Reflow Oven
Assisted in modifying a used toaster oven for PCB reflow to solder small SMD components for Purdue Baja Racing. Programmed an RP2040 using PlatformIO to read a Thermocouple and control a Solid State Relay, displaying information on a LCD screen.
Code & Design Notes Here!