Luke Fraser
About Luke Fraser
Luke Fraser is a Sr. Robotics Software Engineer with extensive experience in robotics and software development, currently working at Canvas Construction since 2022. He has previously held positions at Simbe Robotics, FarmWise, and Abundant Robotics, and has a strong academic background with degrees in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Work at Canvas Construction
Luke Fraser currently serves as a Senior Robotics Software Engineer at Canvas Construction, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing machine behaviors and algorithms that enhance the company's robotics capabilities. His work contributes to the advancement of construction technology through automation and innovative engineering solutions.
Previous Experience in Robotics Engineering
Prior to his current role, Luke Fraser worked at several organizations as a Senior Robotics Software Engineer. He spent three years at Abundant Robotics from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to the development of robotics solutions. Before that, he worked at Simbe Robotics, Inc. from 2016 to 2018, gaining valuable experience in the robotics field. He also held a position at FarmWise for nine months in 2021-2022, further solidifying his expertise in robotics engineering.
Education and Expertise
Luke Fraser holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, which he completed from 2009 to 2014. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the same institution between 2014 and 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation in computer vision, which is a key area of expertise in his robotics engineering work.
Background in Defense and Teaching
Luke Fraser has a background in the defense industry, which has enhanced his skills in robotics engineering. He also has experience in academia, having served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Nevada, Reno in 2014 and 2015, as well as a Research Assistant Fellowship from 2015 to 2016. These roles allowed him to contribute to educational initiatives while deepening his understanding of robotics.
Internship Experience
Luke Fraser began his career with internship positions that provided him with foundational experience in software engineering. He interned at Bally Technologies from 2013 to 2014 and at Sierra Nevada Corporation from 2015 to 2016. These internships were instrumental in developing his technical skills and understanding of the software engineering landscape.