Steve Peter
About Steve Peter
Steve Peter is a Staff Mechanical Engineer currently at Carbon in Redwood City, California. He has extensive experience in research and development roles at various companies, including Smith & Nephew and Ceterix Orthopaedics, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech and UC Berkeley.
Current Role at Carbon
Steve Peter currently serves as a Staff Mechanical Engineer at Carbon, a position he has held since 2022. He works in Redwood City, California, contributing to the development of advanced manufacturing technologies. His role involves overseeing mechanical engineering projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product design and functionality.
Previous Experience at Carbon
Before his current role, Steve worked at Carbon as a Senior Mechanical Engineer from 2019 to 2022. During this time, he was involved in various projects that focused on improving mechanical systems and processes within the company. His experience at Carbon helped him develop a deeper understanding of additive manufacturing and its applications.
Career Background in R&D Engineering
Steve has extensive experience in research and development engineering. He worked at Smith & Nephew as a Senior R&D Engineer for seven months in 2019, focusing on product innovation in Fremont, California. Prior to that, he spent four years at Ceterix Orthopaedics, where he held the position of Senior R&D Engineer from 2015 to 2019 and R&D Engineer II from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Academic Background
Steve Peter earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, completing his studies from 2003 to 2008. He furthered his education at the University of California, Berkeley, where he obtained a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2008 to 2011. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in mechanical engineering and research.
Research and Teaching Experience
In addition to his engineering roles, Steve has experience in research and teaching. He worked as a researcher at Virginia Tech for three months in 2008. He also served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley from 2008 to 2011, where he supported undergraduate students in their mechanical engineering studies.