Michael Reed

Michael Reed, Research Engineer at MIT

Michael Reed is a Research Engineer - Software Development at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts.12345 He joined MIT in February 2024 and is currently working with the GEAR lab on their drip irrigation project.15

Background

• Prior to MIT, Reed spent 9 years in Shenzhen, China working in hardware product design and manufacturing1
• He led a startup focused on developing solutions for testing infrastructure in hardware NPI and manufacturing1
• Reed also worked as Mechatronics Engineering Lead at HAX Accelerator Shenzhen and Program Director for HAX Xi'an1
• He has experience in hands-on design, manufacturing, and supporting technical end-user products1

Education and Skills

• Native English speaker with conversational Mandarin and good writing/presentation skills1
• Multidisciplinary engineering experience in Australia, China, and the USA1
• Proficient in various programming languages for software systems and embedded programming1
• Adept in CAD platforms for mechanical and electronic design1

Current Role at MIT

• Designing and maintaining the full-stack web system that supports data collection, machine learning predictions, and user interactivity for the GEAR lab's drip irrigation project14
• Collaborating with the GEAR lab to bring efficient and affordable irrigation systems to parts of the world where it's most needed1