Kevin Hayashi
About Kevin Hayashi
Kevin Hayashi is a Structural Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in CAD design and Finite Element Analysis.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Kevin Hayashi currently holds the position of Structural Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN since 2021. He operates out of Kent, Washington, where he manages tooling and ground support equipment (GSE) design projects. His role involves utilizing his extensive background in CAD design and Finite Element Analysis to support BLUE ORIGIN's engineering initiatives.
Previous Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Before his current position, Kevin Hayashi served as a Structural Engineer II at BLUE ORIGIN from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to various engineering projects, applying his expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and CAD design tools to achieve operational objectives.
Mechanical Engineer at Electroimpact
Kevin Hayashi worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Electroimpact from 2010 to 2019. Based in Mukilteo, WA, he spent nine years enhancing his skills in CAD design, particularly with CATIA V5. His experience at Electroimpact solidified his foundation in mechanical engineering and prepared him for advanced roles in the aerospace industry.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Kevin Hayashi has an extensive educational background in Mechanical Engineering. He obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Purdue University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he spent 11 months at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, further advancing his expertise in the field.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Kevin Hayashi brings over nine years of experience using CATIA V5 for CAD design and has more than two years of experience with Creo/Windchill. He specializes in Finite Element Analysis using Ansys, leveraging these technical skills to enhance the design and development of engineering projects. His focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) ensures that his designs are efficient and practical for production.