Electrical Engineering Training for PEP Students
Overview:
Designing electrical systems for marine electric vehicles (EVs) means confronting
the harsh realities of saltwater
exposure, constant vibration, and relentless corrosion — challenges that off-highway equipment engineers
have tackled
for decades. In this 40-minute technical webinar, Matrix
Engineering Consultants (LinkedIn) will explore how
rugged design principles from
agriculture, forestry,
and construction machinery can be adapted to student-built electric boats.
What You’ll Learn:
- Harness design and routing for survivability
- Connector reliability and waterproofing techniques
- Component selection for harsh environments
- Grounding and fault protection tailored to marine EVs
- Maintenance planning and diagnostics for long-term reliability
Whether you're building for competition or innovation, this session will help you
design systems that don’t just work —
they endure. Attendees will receive a Survivability Checklist and can engage in a
live Q&A with an industry expert.
Prepare to elevate your understanding and design capabilities in marine EV
systems. Join us for a session that’s as
informative as it is inspiring.
Register
Today!
Why Attend? PEP26 students applying
electrical engineering concepts will gain valuable insights from seasoned
professionals at Matrix Engineering Consultants. This webinar bridges classroom theory with real-world
application,
offering:
- Direct access to engineers with decades of experience in machine and system design
- Practical examples of how electrical concepts like circuit design, power systems, and control
technologies are used in industry
- Guided mentorship and exposure to engineering tools that build confidence and sharpen technical skills
Date & Time: November 6, 2025 1300-1400 ET
Audience: PEP students and
anyone else interested in upskilling their electrical engineering knowledge interested in engineering
maritime
systems.
Virtual Course Format: This presentation and discussion will occur in Microsoft Teams.
If you do not have Teams, you will be able to view this event in your browser.
Enrollment Fee:
FREE!
Professional Development Hours: 1.00 Hour (free for ASNE Members or $40 for
nonmembers). Please use the ASNE PDH
form and send it to education@navalengineers.org.)
Questions:
Please email education@navalengineers.org or call ASNE HQ
at (703) 836-6727.
Speakers Biographies
Karle F. Wigginton brings over three decades of engineering expertise in off-highway machine development,
with a career
spanning industry leaders such as Douglas Aircraft, Caterpillar Inc., John Deere, and Vermeer
Manufacturing. He holds a
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Iowa (1987) and a Master’s in
Forestry Engineering
from Oregon State University (2022), reflecting a unique blend of technical depth and environmental
insight.
Karle’s professional journey includes roles in electrical and systems engineering, product validation,
diagnostic tools
development, and R&D across agricultural, construction, forestry, and military applications. His work
has contributed to
innovations in asset tracking, site management, and immersive simulation technologies, often in
collaboration with
global development teams in Finland, New Zealand, and India.
With a strong foundation in both electrical systems and sustainable engineering, Karle is passionate
about mentoring the
next generation of engineers. His training sessions are enriched by real-world insights,
cross-disciplinary knowledge,
and a commitment to practical problem-solving.
Matrix Engineering Consultants Training
Matrix
Engineering stands out as a premier training partner for engineering
upskilling because of its strong foundation
in real-world product development and machine design. The company’s consulting services are backed by
decades of
experience serving both commercial and consumer sectors. No matter the size of a project or company,
Matrix focuses on
helping organizations engineer their future through high-quality technical support and collaborative
problem-solving.
The firm was founded and is operated by engineers who understand the
standards and challenges of the profession
firsthand. Every team member holds an engineering degree and brings practical experience that extends
beyond theory into
hands-on application. This deep technical background allows Matrix to provide not only design and
consulting expertise
but also training that bridges the gap between academic learning and industry practice, preparing teams
to handle
complex engineering projects with confidence.
At the heart of Matrix’s approach is communication and collaboration,
ensuring that clients receive personalized,
results-driven support. By combining technical skill with a commitment to client partnerships, Matrix
Engineering offers
a unique upskilling experience that helps engineers grow their capabilities while achieving measurable
project success.
www.matrixengrg.com
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