Addison Alexander
About Addison Alexander
Addison Alexander is a Project Engineer specializing in Innovation, Research & Development at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and has extensive experience in dynamic physics simulations and control systems development.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Addison Alexander serves as a Project Engineer in the Innovation, Research & Development department at Allison Transmission. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the development of advanced engineering solutions. His work involves utilizing simulation tools such as Amesim and Matlab for component sizing and selection in product design, specifically focusing on commercial electric vehicle applications.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current role, Addison Alexander accumulated diverse engineering experience. He worked as a Mechanical Hardware Engineering Student at Lexmark for a year, where he gained practical knowledge in hardware engineering. He also served as a Student Consultant at the University of Kentucky Student Computing Services for nine months, assisting students with technical issues. His internship at Neville Engineering, LLC provided him with foundational engineering skills.
Academic Background in Mechanical Engineering
Addison Alexander has a robust academic background in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky from 2009 to 2013. He then pursued further studies at Purdue University, where he achieved both a Master of Science (MS) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, completing his doctoral studies in 2018.
Research Experience at Purdue University
During his time at Purdue University, Addison Alexander worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2013 to 2019. In this role, he specialized in designing system- and component-level dynamic physics simulations. His research focused on control systems development and safety considerations, contributing to advancements in engineering practices.
Language Proficiency and Team Collaboration
Addison Alexander is fluent in Spanish, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively within diverse engineering teams. This language proficiency supports collaboration on various projects, facilitating better understanding and teamwork among colleagues from different backgrounds.