• Hello,
    I'm Ben

  • and this is Loki!

About Me

Who Am I?

Hello, I'm Ben Van Hoose. I'm from a small town in Oregon called Hood River. I grew up mountain biking, skiing, and being out on the Columbia River. I moved to Utah to study computer engineering at the University of Utah while still being able to continue my outdoor adventures.

I received my Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, and I'm currently working at Co-Diagnostics developing a innovative PCR Medical Device for at home and point of care use.

I’m passionate about fitness and enjoy camping, dirt biking, and training my dog, Loki. When I’m not working, you can find me in the mountains, the desert, or the gym.







What I do?

Skills and Hobbies

Proficient

Python, PyQt, C, Git, Linux OS, Document Control, Jira

Trained In

Java, C#, C++, PHP, HTML, MATLAB, circuitry, soldering, PCB design, Confluence

Hobbies

Fitness, camping, dirt biking, dog training

Education

Education

The Complete Python Course | Learn Python by Doing in 2024 - Jose Salvatierra on Udemy

  • Python wasn’t part of my formal coursework, so I taught myself and gained experience on the job. I’m taking this course to strengthen my understanding of Python fundamentals and explore its broader capabilities.

May 2024 – present

University of Utah - College of Engineering

  • 3.5/4.0 Cumulative GPA, Dean’s List

August 2017 - May 2022

  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Intro to Algorithms & Data Structures
  • Circuit and Electronic Design
  • MATLAB for ECE Design
  • Computer Organization
  • Software Practice
  • Circuit and Electronic Design
  • Digital System Design
  • Computer Systems
  • Embedded Systems

Hood River Valley High School / Summit Learning Charter

  • 4.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA, AP Scholar
  • National Honors Society, President of Future Health Professionals Club, Varsity Lacrosse
  • Attended Classes at Eastern Oregon University and Columbia Gorge Community College

9/13 – 6/17

Experience

Work Experience

January 2022 - present



Co-Diagnostics Inc

Salt Lake City, UT

  • Developed embedded firmware in C using Free RTOS for an ESP32 microcontroller on a medical device.
  • Managed a Python and Qt5 GUI interfacing with ESP32, STM32, and a database for use as an acceptance tool in manufacturing and R&D.
  • Coordinated efforts with electrical, mechanical, chemical, and software engineers to develop and integrate the firmware with the rest of the system.
  • Conducted interviews for hiring candidates.
  • Performed experiments using scientific methods.
  • Authored verification and validation documentation.

January 2020 – January 2022



Quartzdyne – Engineer Intern

Salt Lake City, UT

  • PID tuning and recipe development for an auto plating deposition device
  • Implemented an automated calibration system using MATLAB providing high levels of accuracy and freeing up production resources
  • Developed webtools using HTML and PHP providing formulated test results from databases
  • Designed and implemented a PCB for a new system involving RS-232 communication with transducers

June 2018 – January 2020



PillPack Pharmacy- Enrollment Advisor

Salt Lake City, UT

  • Pre- Amazon acquisition, managed a team of 5 enrollment advisors, and ran meetings biweekly to set benchmark and deadline goals
  • Advised clients in the decision process regarding insurance and pharmacy plans
My Work

Recent Projects

In progress Personal Project (Summer 2024)

  • Another Tinkercad project, details to be revealed later...

Crypto Ticker Desktop Widget Personal Project (Fall 2023)

  • Simple crypto ticker to track different crypto prices with token animations
  • Designed and implemented with PyQt

Barbell Weight Jack Alternative Personal Project (Spring 2022)

  • Ramp to support the barbell for easy loading and unloading of weight plates
  • Designed with Tinkercad
  • 3D printed and tested multiple materials and versions to meet durability and weight constraints
  • I use these every week in the gym

Custom Digital Clock A gift for my girlfriend (Summer 2021)

  • Created a clock that would display different messages and animations for times of day and events in the year
  • Used an ESP32 interfacing with an LCD display
  • Connected to Wi-Fi to get local time

Smart Bike Kit Prototype Group prototype for senior project (Spring 2021)

  • Bluetooth connection to custom phone app allowing the user to display turn signals or other images to LED matrix
  • Self-canceling turn signals using an accelerometer
  • Microcontroller programming

Balancing Plate Game - Group project for Digital System Design class (Spring 2021)

  • Balance a ping pong ball on surface controlled by a joystick
  • Current score and high score are recorded and displayed through a VGA connection
  • Designed and implemented a virtual CPU using a FPGA
  • Created a custom USART system to communicate with different components
Get in Touch

Contact

benvanhoose1@gmail.com

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

(541) 806 2912