Sean McPeak

Tell us about your work/research. What kinds of things do you do?

Embedded systems development and payload/sensor integration for autonomous vehicles

What sparked your initial interest in your career?

Human Power Submarine Competition

Who influenced you or encouraged you the most?

My fellow colleagues are a source of inspiration and encouragement in my career

What element of your work/study do you think is the most fascinating?

Working in a team environment to design and build robust systems to aid in collecting data in the harsh environment of the ocean

What other jobs led you to your current career?

Alvin Deep Submergence Group - WHOI

What are your degrees and certifications?

Bachelors of Science Electrical Engineering

What are your hobbies?

biking and surfing

What advice would you give someone who wants to have a career like yours?

I would recommend getting involved in robotics educational competitions such as MATE or FIRST Robotics.