Robert Sullivan
About Robert Sullivan
Robert Sullivan is a Thermal Engineer currently working at Arista Networks in Nashua, NH. He has extensive experience in thermal and mechanical engineering, having worked at various companies and academic institutions.
Current Position at Arista Networks
Robert Sullivan currently works as a Thermal Engineer at Arista Networks in Nashua, NH. He joined the company in 2020. At Arista Networks, he is responsible for the thermal management and mechanical design aspects of the hardware produced by the company.
Previous Roles at Broadcom Inc.
Before joining Arista Networks, Robert Sullivan was a Thermal Engineer at Broadcom Inc. from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure at Broadcom Inc. in Andover, MA, he contributed to the thermal and mechanical design of various hardware projects, ensuring optimal thermal performance.
Principal Hardware Engineer at Oracle America
Robert Sullivan worked as a Principal Hardware Engineer focusing on thermal and mechanical engineering at Oracle America from 2010 to 2017. His responsibilities included designing and managing hardware components with a focus on thermal efficiency and mechanical integrity, contributing significantly to the company's hardware reliability.
Educational Background
Robert Sullivan holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University and a PhD in Computational Fluid Mechanics from Columbia University in the City of New York. His educational background provided a strong foundation in the principles of mechanical engineering and fluid mechanics, which he has applied throughout his career.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his engineering roles, Robert Sullivan also served as an Adjunct Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Daniel Webster College from 2004 to 2016. He also worked as an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Northeastern University from 1980 to 1988. Through these positions, he shared his extensive knowledge and experience with students, fostering the next generation of mechanical engineers.