Greater Paris Metropolitan Region
Mechatronics Engineer and PhD in Robotics specialized in the design, development, and integration of high-precision systems. I operate at the intersection of mechanical design, electronics, and advanced programming to deliver solutions for environments where accuracy and reliability is critical. My core competencies include: •Advanced Robotics & Control: Expert in C++, Python, ROS2, and industrial robot integration, such as the KUKA LBR Med. •R&D Excellence: Proven experience in international research projects (Horizon 2020) and CIFRE contract, bridging the gap between academic innovation and industrial application. •Systems Engineering: Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks), signal processing, and developing complex software systems interfaced with hardware. •International Adaptability: Trilingual professional (Spanish, French, English) with a global mindset developed through professional experiences in France, Spain, and Colombia. I am driven by the challenge of solving complex engineering problems through multidisciplinary innovation, whether in surgical robotics, industrial automation, or autonomous systems.
• Robotic Surgical System Development: PhD researcher in robotics (CIFRE) with SpineGuard and Sorbonne University (Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique / Laboratoire d'Imagerie Biomédicale), developing robotic solutions for spinal surgery using the KUKA LBR Med 7 and ultrasonic sensing technologies. • Mechatronic Design & Integration: Designed, fabricated, and calibrated a brushless motorized drilling unit for autonomous spinal surgery, enabling seamless switching between ultrasonic sensing and motorized drilling on the KUKA LBR Med 7 platform. • Software Architecture & Real-Time Control: Developed a real-time robotic control architecture using ROS 2, Python/Qt, and the PREEMPT_RT Linux Kernel, synchronizing 100 MHz data acquisition with robot kinematics and performing pose updates every 33 ms for intraoperative guidance. • Numerical Simulation & Wave Propagation Modeling: Adapted the C++ source code of SimSonic (FDTD simulation software) to model acoustic wave propagation in heterogeneous bone structures, reducing physical prototyping iterations and supporting algorithm development. • Signal Processing & Experimental Validation: Developed a signal-processing pipeline to estimate pedicle drilling trajectories prior to instrumentation, achieving 95–98 % cortical breach detection accuracy across 3D-printed and ex-vivo porcine models (52 pedicles). • System Integration & Robotic Validation: Conducted hands-on testing, system integration, and functional validation on robotic platforms, ensuring reliability and safe operation within a surgical robotic workflow. • Collaborative Research & Innovation: Contributed to medical device R&D and translational research, including participation in the FAROS Project funded under Horizon 2020, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams across engineering and clinical domains.
• Engineered a C++/Qt HMI for real-time monitoring of cooling systems at an EDF nuclear power plant. • Developed an interactive mapping system integrated with LiDAR technology to track the status of tube plugs, enabling the detection of missing or newly installed components in critical cooling systems. • Implemented dynamic grid management for interactive visualization and editing of tube coordinates through a custom GUI. • Architected a SQL-based authentication system to manage secure user access and ensure data integrity. • Optimized hardware–software integration (Arduino/LiDAR), improving system reliability and data acquisition performance.
• Developed and simulated cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow models using MATLAB and Python to support the design of next-generation intracranial valves. • Performed modeling and simulation to support early-stage medical device product development. • Defined test bench specifications and contributed to risk management activities in compliance with ISO 13485 and ISO 14971.
• Optimized a micro-robotic platform for mechanical characterization of human oocytes, improving measurement precision and stability for Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). • Integrated a high-speed industrial camera (UI-3130CP) and developed real-time vision software in C++ using the ViSP library, achieving acquisition rates up to 1488 FPS. • Optimized system performance through multithreaded C++ implementations, reducing matrix operation latency to ~1 ms. • Developed a Qt-based GUI to automate experimental workflows and system control. • Implemented Virtual Input Rejection Control (VIRCO) to suppress environmental vibrations and ensure stable micro-indentation measurements in hospital environments. • Developed and evaluated state observers, including Kalman Filters and GeLESO, for real-time estimation of nonlinear system dynamics.
• Designed a tank-level–based automation system to regulate water pressure in real time, reducing pipe burst risk and ensuring reliable supply during peak and low-demand periods. • Designed and implemented electrical schematics and layouts using SEE Electrical and AutoCAD, ensuring project compliance with engineering standards. • Programmed and commissioned a Schneider Twido PLC using Ladder Logic and Structured Text, optimizing water distribution control.