Godwill Agbehonou

70 Morningside Drive · New York, NY 10027 · (912) 572-4211 · gea2118@columbia.edu

I'm a dedicated problem-solver with a passion for coding and engineering solutions across diverse challenges, whether in academic settings, home projects, or everyday life. With hands-on experience in robotics and system integration, I specialize in robotic component manipulation, seamless system communication, and software interfaces for embedded systems. My interests extend into robotics, computer vision, AI design, and motorsports, areas where I continually pursue new learning opportunities. I also work on electrical engineering projects focused on control systems for robots, autonomous vehicles, and motorsports applications, blending technical skill with innovative thinking to drive impactful solutions.

Work Experience and Projects

Course Assistant - Art of Engineering

Columbia University

Course Assistant for ENGI 1102 - The Art of Engineering, an introductory class for the Columbia Undergraduate SEAS program that introduces different engineering disciplines with a final project at the end of the semester.
Advises and teaches students about engineering design prinicples, problem solving, and C++ coding for the Arduino Uno system

June 2024 - Current

Vice President of Technical Operations

Columbia University Formula Racing

Supervised the design, timelines, and administrations of the Formula Racing Team for the 2024-2025 season
Administrates the Perforce version control system for the Vehicle's CAD Model ran through an AWS server
Administrates the Jira platform for engineering and purchasing workflows

June 2024 - Current

Low Voltage Chief

Columbia University Formula Racing

Supervised the construction of the Low Voltage System of the E-CUFR 2024 vehicle
Programmed various microcontrollers (Arduino Nano, TI C2000 [model: LAUNCHXL-F28379D]) using C++ and Simulink
Spearheaded the development of a Python Script used for compiling and post-processing telemetry data from tests used for vehicle dynamics and automotive powertrain analysis

June 2023 - June 2024

Program Assistant

Columbia Nano Initiative - Columbia University

Monitor and log information relating to the research of Columbia's Nano Initiative labs
Accumulate cost reports of labs and report findings to the Director of Finance and lab managers
Updated Excel logging of information to improve the efficiency of data input

October 2023 - Current

College Connect Mentee/Software Engineering Intern

Two Sigma

Updated the Pandas Repository with one of the creators of the repository
Enhanced knowledge of CI-based software development
Improved interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and with a team of developers

June 2023 - August 2023

Columbia University Year 1

Art of Engineering - Battleship

Created the motor code for a user versus AI battleship game
Implemented an algorithm for allowing two Arduinos to communicate with each other

Columbia University Formula Racing - Low Voltage

Joined and worked as a member of the Low Voltage Subteam
Worked on sensor testing and integration for the 2023 vehicle [EV23]
Used KiCAD (a PCB design software) and RapidHarness (a wiring harness design software) to accurately map out the EV23 vehicle's low voltage system

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August 2022 - May 2023

Web Design Intern

Georgia Southern University and Southern Automated Logistics & Technology

Developed features into a website and database designed for hospital use based on 3 assigned tasks
Debugged 4 logic errors caused by other users working on the project
Learned how software development works on an industry level

January 2022 - May 2022

FIRST Robotics Competition Team Head of Programming

FRC Team #4701 (Team Wire)

Programmed the robot used for the 2021-2022 FIRST Robotics Competition
Designed the robot's electrical systems and component placement
Taught new members how to program in Java for time-based robotic control

August 2020 - May 2022

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor of Science
Computer Science Major - Artificial Intelligence and Systems Focus
Electircal Engineering Minor - Networking and Embedded Systems Focus

Courses

  • Artifical Intelligence
  • Advanced Programming
  • Advanced Software Engineering
  • Circuit Analysis
  • Computer Networks
  • Computing in Python
  • Data Structures in Java
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Embedded Systems
  • Fundamentals of Computer Systems
  • Operating Systems
  • Parallel Optimization for Robotics
  • Signals and Systems
  • UI Design
August 2022 - Current

H.V. Jenkins High School

School of Engineering Program

GPA: 4.00

August 2018 - May 2022

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
  • C
  • C++
  • MATLAB
  • Simulink
Technical Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
  • Cross Browser Testing & Debugging

Interests

Running
I enjoy running around parks around campus for different short and long distances to keep fit
Baking
I enjoy baking various types of cakes and other pastries, my current favorite being a Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake I baked for Thanksgiving 2023
Motorsports
Big Fan of motorsports, particularly F1 and IndyCar. Currently working in Columbia University's Formula Racing team as a result
Strategy and RPG Gaming
I enjoy playing differnt strategy and role playing games with friends, usually in the 4X genre (Civilization, Humankind, etc) or in Grand Strategy (Crusader Kings 2/3, Victoria 3, etc)
History
I love learning about random different points in histroy, because I enjoy finding an reseaching what major decisions in human development brought us to this point, and maybe discover in what direction to go next

Awards & Certifications

  • Columbia Engineering Alumni Association Scholar - 2024 - Present
  • Columbia Engineering Henry Krumb Mining and Metallurgical Scholarship - 2022 and 2023
  • Microsoft Technology Associate for Software Development Fundamentals
  • Georgia Governor's Honors Program 2020 and 2021 Finalist- Mathematics
  • SCCPSS Superintendent's Scholar Award - May 2022