Rene Frank Gahitira

Rene Frank Gahitira is an Associate Electrical Engineer at iRobot, with a background in electrical engineering that includes hands-on experience in product design and testing. Previously, Rene was a student at the University of Notre Dame, where significant projects included developing a lint detection system for dryers and fabricating a CMOS LSI circuit in a cleanroom environment. Additional internships at iRobot involved designing and testing Roomba systems, while earlier roles included optimizing power grid systems and enhancing mini-hydropower generator designs. Rene has also contributed to educational programs such as Bridge2Rwanda, serving as a college counselor assistant and admissions intern, and has practical experience in construction material management from a role at Cozy Safari. Rene holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame, complemented by a pre-college program focused on leadership and service.