Tessa Gomes
About Tessa Gomes
Tessa Gomes is a Manufacturing Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN with a background in mechanical engineering and expertise in lean manufacturing and life cycle assessment.
Current Position at Blue Origin
Tessa Gomes currently holds the position of Manufacturing Engineer III at Blue Origin. She started working with the company in 2019. In this role, she is involved in various manufacturing processes with a focus on reducing inefficiencies and enhancing productivity. She applies her expertise in lean manufacturing and life cycle assessment to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability.
Previous Role at Genie – a Terex Brand
Before joining Blue Origin, Tessa Gomes worked at Genie – a Terex brand, as a Team Lead and Manufacturing Engineer II. During her tenure from 2018 to 2019, she oversaw manufacturing processes and led a team in Redmond, Washington. Her role involved managing project timelines and resources to optimize manufacturing operations.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Tessa Gomes holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, which she completed between 2015 and 2017. She also earned an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bellevue College from 2013 to 2015. Her educational background provided a foundational knowledge base in engineering principles and practices.
Experience in Engineering and Supervision
Tessa has accumulated diverse experience across different positions. She worked as a Lead Engineer at JikoPower Inc. in 2016, and served as ETA1 at the University of Washington from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she held supervisory roles such as Part Time Supervisor at Lucky Brand from 2015 to 2017 and Keyholder at Plato's Closet from 2014 to 2015, gaining valuable leadership experience.
Skills and Expertise
Tessa Gomes possesses a range of skills crucial for her roles in the engineering field. She is proficient in CAD and project management, and has strong public speaking abilities. Her expertise in lean manufacturing and life cycle assessment aligns with her commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability in manufacturing processes.