Benjamin Pauquet
About Benjamin Pauquet
Benjamin Pauquet is a Mechanical and Materials Engineer currently working at Canadensys Aerospace Corporation in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. He has extensive experience in engineering roles, including previous positions at DESCH Canada Ltd. and Ontario Drive & Gear Ltd., and has contributed to the design of Lunar Rover prototypes.
Work at Canadensys Aerospace
Benjamin Pauquet has been employed at Canadensys Aerospace Corporation as a Mechanical and Materials Engineer since 2019. His role involves applying his expertise in mechanical engineering to support various aerospace projects. He has contributed to the design and development of multiple Lunar Rover Prototypes, including the Lunar Rover Platform and Drivetrain Prototype (LRPDP) and Small Planetary Rover Platform (SPRP). His work at Canadensys emphasizes innovation and technical decision-making in the aerospace sector.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Canadensys Aerospace, Benjamin Pauquet held several engineering positions. He worked at DESCH Canada Ltd. as a Manufacturing Process Engineer from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as a Materials and Design Engineer at Ontario Drive & Gear Ltd. from 2015 to 2018. His early career included internships at CEA and Synchrotron SOLEIL in France, where he gained valuable experience as a Research Engineering Technician and Research Technician, respectively.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Pauquet holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Material Sciences Engineering from Université de La Rochelle, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Material Science Engineering from the same institution between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, he earned an Associate's degree in Design and Manufacturing in Micro Technologies from Lycée du Parc de Vilgénis from 2009 to 2011. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Skills and Technical Proficiencies
Benjamin Pauquet possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his field. He is proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and has experience in electrical wiring and manufacturing processes. His hands-on mentality and innovative thinking enable him to tackle complex engineering challenges effectively. He is also bilingual in French, which enhances his communication skills in both verbal and written forms.
Involvement in Lunar Rover Projects
Benjamin Pauquet has played a significant role in the design and testing of Lunar Rover technologies. He participated in the 2016 test campaigns at NASA Glenn Research Center, specifically for the Lunar Rover Drivetrain Vacuum and Dust Rated (LRD VaDR). His contributions to the development of Lunar Rover Prototypes demonstrate his commitment to advancing aerospace engineering and exploration.