Yuan Peng
About Yuan Peng
Yuan Peng is a Principal M&P Engineer and Tribologist at Blue Origin, leading tribology expertise and mentoring within the Engine Design Office.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Yuan Peng serves as the Principal M&P Engineer Tribologist at BLUE ORIGIN, a position held since 2018. In this role, Yuan leads the Tribology Subject Matter Expert (SME) role within the BE4 Powerpack Integrated Product Team (IPT). Additionally, Yuan acts as a technical mentor within the Engine Design Office (EDO) M&P team. This position involves providing innovative technological solutions intended to reduce the cost of human access to space.
Previous Experience at GGB Bearing Technology
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Yuan Peng worked at GGB Bearing Technology as a Research Material Scientist and Tech Fellow. Yuan was with the company from 2001 to 2018, spanning a 17-year tenure based in Thorofare, NJ. Yuan's contributions in this role involved extensive research and development in material science, which likely contributed to advancements in bearing technology.
Earlier Career at Delphi Harrison Thermal Systems
Yuan Peng's earlier career includes a role as a Senior Experimental Engineer at Delphi Harrison Thermal Systems from 1994 to 2001. During the 7 years in Lockport, NY, Yuan gained significant experience in experimental engineering, likely focusing on thermal systems engineering and development.
Education and Mechanical Engineering Expertise
Yuan Peng achieved a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University at Buffalo. This educational background, gained between 1992 and 1993, provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices. This advanced degree has equipped Yuan with the technical knowledge necessary for the specialized roles held throughout Yuan's career.