Joel Chiappetti
Phone - (+44) 07933 151439
LinkedIn - joel-chiappetti
Website - joel.chiappetti.xyz
I'm an Electronic & Computer Engineering student with hands-on experience as an IoT Engineer, specialising in hardware design, embedded systems, and CAD. I'm passionate about developing practical engineering solutions, integrating sustainable practices, and contributing to community leadership through volunteering.
Experience
IoT Engineer for Digital Prototyping Industrial Placement
2024 - 2025
STFC
Designed and implemented sensor-based systems to support advanced manufacturing and smart infrastructure.
- Developed and deployed IoT solutions using Raspberry Pi, MQTT, and 3D-printed enclosures for real-time monitoring.
- Iterated on over 75 sensor housing designs, optimising for airflow, usability, and deployment constraints.
- Contributed to a multi-million-pound 5G network rollout, enabling high-bandwidth IoT connectivity and remote monitoring.
- Led knowledge transfer through technical documentation and team training to ensure long-term project sustainability.
- Applied CAD (Fusion 360, KiCAD), Python/C++, and PCB design skills in practical engineering environments.
- Collaborated with developers, manufacturing engineers, and external partners to deliver integrated, production-ready systems.
Education
University of Nottingham
2022 - 2026
BEng Electronic & Computer Engineering (with Year in Industry)
On track for a First — Accredited by the IET
- Relevant Modules: Embedded Systems, Software Design, Sensing Systems
- Skills: C/C++, Python, MATLAB, Assembly, Linux, Git, LaTeX
- Peer Mentor for First-Year Students
Dr Challoners Grammar School, Amersham
2015 - 2022
A-Levels: Maths (A*), Electronics (A*), Further Maths (A), Physics (A)
Additional Experience
Volunteer
2019 - 2025
Restore Hope Latimer
Organised and led activities for children from vulnerable backgrounds, developing leadership, adaptability, and communication skills.
Customer Assistant
2020 - 2023
Amersham Business Services
Provided customer service and administrative support in a busy office environment; developed time management and client-facing skills.
DofE Gold Award
2019 - 2021
Completed the DofE Gold Award, developing resilience, teamwork, and leadership through volunteering, expeditions, and skill-building activities.