Portfolio 2026

Maxwell McInnisBiomedical Engineer + Software Builder
I build at the intersection of biomedical engineering, software, and execution: from technical products, APIs, and automation systems to small-business operations tooling and practical coaching that helps people perform better in work and life.
BetterBMRCalculator
GripSense RSI Prevention Mouse
Copper Vision Mood Classifier
Kinder Egg Toy Launcher
FEA Barbell Bench Analysis
Foot Allign Capstone
Alan Fraud Detection Dashboard
Asteroids
Lucky Twyn Rivers Variety
Image Quality & MTF Analysis
SPECT Image Reconstruction
Autonomous Maze Vehicle
Connect Four
Portfolio Website
qPCRLabAutomation
Food Storage Device
Research Conference Presentation
Force Plate FFT Analysis
VICON Jump Kinematics Analysis
EMG Biceps Curl Analysis
A3 Pulley Crimp Grip Analysis
Projects
Reverse Engineering Sewing Machine
2025Reverse engineering project where a broken sewing machine was disassembled, missing components were modeled, and a complete SolidWorks assembly was rebuilt to mechanically function.
BetterBMRCalculator
2026A live BMR and TDEE app that is publicly available for free, successfully crowdfunded, and actively used while a paid version is in development.
GripSense RSI Prevention Mouse
2024Designed GripSense, a low-cost ergonomic mouse concept that prevents wrist and hand repetitive strain injuries using grip-force feedback and timed break reminders.
Copper Vision Mood Classifier
2026Python computer-vision project that detects Copper in-frame and predicts mood states from facial/body cues, then overlays live labels in the camera feed.
Kinder Egg Toy Launcher
2025Designed a Kinder Egg toy concept that launches a toy soldier with parachute up to a 3-meter target while packing all parts inside the egg.
FEA Barbell Bench Analysis
2025Finite element analysis project evaluating barbell loading on a bench rack, with boundary-condition-focused modeling and load-to-damage threshold prediction.
Foot Allign Capstone
2025Capstone project focused on out-toeing correction using a wearable feedback device, combining hardware, signal processing, and real-time gait feedback.
Alan Fraud Detection Dashboard
2026A full-stack fraud detection system for an insurance provider that scores optical care providers 0–100 using four independent detection rules and automatically routes claims to approval, manual review, or hold.
Asteroids
2025A Python + Pygame recreation of the classic 1979 arcade game, built as part of the Boot.dev curriculum with full collision detection, asteroid splitting, and 60 FPS gameplay.
Lucky Twyn Rivers Variety
2024A production Django website built for a local Pickering convenience store, containerized with Docker and served through an Nginx reverse proxy.
Image Quality & MTF Analysis
2024A Python analysis of spatial resolution and Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) in medical imaging systems, evaluating how voxel size, filtering, and projection count affect image quality.
SPECT Image Reconstruction
2024A Python implementation of SPECT (Single Photon Emission CT) image reconstruction, applying attenuation correction and filtered back projection to reconstruct emission slices from raw projection profiles.
Autonomous Maze Vehicle
2022An Arduino-powered autonomous vehicle that navigates mazes using three ultrasonic sensors, proportional wall-following control, and real-time obstacle avoidance — all on a resource-constrained microcontroller.
Connect Four
2024A browser-based Connect Four game built with vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript — two-player local multiplayer with win detection, draw detection, and full keyboard support.
Portfolio Website
2026A Next.js + React + Tailwind portfolio with static project pages and structured content controls.
qPCRLabAutomation
2026A Python-based qPCR automation platform aimed at covering workflow steps and reducing operational overhead in small labs.
Food Storage Device
2026Arduino joystick-driven LCD menu system for browsing food storage categories with filtered analog input and reliable menu controls.
Research Conference Presentation
2025Prepared and presented a biomedical engineering research project at a University of Guelph conference, covering methodology, results, and practical implications.
Force Plate FFT Analysis
2024MATLAB analysis of force-plate data comparing shod and barefoot trials using GRF, center-of-pressure trends, loading rate estimation, and FFT frequency analysis.
VICON Jump Kinematics Analysis
2024VICON-based motion analysis of submaximal and maximal broad-jump trials, quantifying joint ROM, angular velocity, and knee adduction behavior at landing.
EMG Biceps Curl Analysis
2024MATLAB-based EMG analysis of isometric and dynamic elbow contractions, comparing biceps and brachioradialis activation across load, angle, and movement phase.
A3 Pulley Crimp Grip Analysis
2024Biomechanics analysis of A3 pulley loading in ring vs middle finger during crimp-grip tasks using VICON, force-plate data, and FDP EMG processing.
Services
Freelance services I currently offer.
I offer practical implementation support for individuals and small businesses, from product websites and APIs to operations tooling and coaching.
Freelance Web + API Delivery
Design and build production-ready websites, dashboards, and APIs tailored to your workflow and business goals.
Business + Marketing Automation
Set up small-business workflow automation, marketing automation, and practical inventory tracking systems to reduce manual work and improve consistency.
Life + Gym Coaching
Provide structured support for training, consistency, and personal performance habits with practical weekly guidance.
About
Engineer, builder, and operator.
I build practical systems across biomedical engineering, software, and automation, with a focus on projects that ship, solve real problems, and stay maintainable.
Work includes full-stack products, APIs, internal business tooling, biomechanical analysis, and device-adjacent engineering.
Resume
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Resume Documents
Biomedical software engineer with experience across device-facing systems, internal engineering platforms, workflow automation, and applied research in biomechanics and biosensing.
- Designed and commercialized accessory hardware, and built supporting software systems for engineering and operations.
- Built internal tools spanning ERP, CRM, qPCR design automation, and lab workflow data handling.
- Contributed to peer-reviewed biomedical research and conference-level publications.
Work experience
Leading product lifecycle coordination across hardware, chemistry, and software, while designing and commercializing device hardware and core digital infrastructure.
- Designed and commercialized accessory hardware including CAD, fluidics systems, metallic pumps, and sensor integration for manufacturing planning and device cost modeling.
- Built internal engineering software including ERP, AI-automated CRM, and qPCR primer design automation with Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Redis, REST APIs, and cloud deployment.
- Developed full-stack internal tooling with Node.js, React, Next.js, and SQL supporting engineering, lab, production, and data workflows.
Supported engineering operations, R&D coordination, workflow automation, and SR&ED technical documentation.
- Streamlined reporting and collaboration workflows to reduce internal delays.
- Built automated planning/reporting systems with MariaDB, SQL data models, and Power BI dashboards.
- Converted manual planning processes into near real-time KPI-driven workflows.
Conducted biomedical engineering research across biomechanics, wearable sensing systems, bioinstrumentation, and sustainable biomaterials.
- Designed and validated wearable sensor systems and gait-correction monitoring with ESP32 microcontrollers, IMUs, and vibration feedback.
- Developed sensor fusion and calibration algorithms for real-time biomechanical monitoring and feedback control.
- Contributed to peer-reviewed publications and technical reporting, including publication output tied to pubmed record 40347002.
Supported tax-season processing, documentation verification, and administrative workflows in a high-volume accounting environment.
- Processed tax documentation for 100+ clients with compliance and accuracy.
- Maintained confidential financial records and supporting documentation systems.
- Coordinated client communication and internal workflow timelines.
Maintained municipal parks and public infrastructure with field operations teams under safety and quality standards.
- Supported scheduled maintenance across multiple public sites.
- Maintained safety-first execution while meeting service timelines.
- Worked across field crews to deliver reliable day-to-day operations.
Supported high-volume customer service and multi-station restaurant operations.
- Maintained food safety and quality control standards under peak demand.
- Supported front counter, kitchen, and drive-thru operations.
- Contributed to team coordination and service consistency.
Education
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Biomedical engineering training covering biomechanics, bioinstrumentation, medical device design, robotics, signal processing, and embedded sensing systems.
50 Stone Rd E, Guelph, ON, N1G 2W1, Canada
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