Jacob Gilbertson
About Jacob Gilbertson
Jacob Gilbertson is an Automation Field Service Engineer at COPAN Diagnostics, Inc., with a background in biomedical engineering and hands-on experience in various technical roles. He has worked in youth ministry, equipment development, and property management, and has engaged in brand promotion for multiple companies.
Current Role at COPAN Diagnostics
Jacob Gilbertson currently serves as an Automation Field Service Engineer at COPAN Diagnostics, Inc. since 2024. His role is based in Berkeley, California, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this position, he applies his engineering skills to enhance automation processes within the company.
Previous Experience in Youth Ministry
From 2017 to 2021, Jacob held the position of Youth Ministry Leader at Holy Name Catholic Church in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. During his four years in this role, he engaged with the youth community, organizing activities and programs aimed at fostering spiritual growth and community involvement.
Internship at Venova Medical
Jacob gained hands-on experience as an R&D project engineer intern at Venova Medical. His responsibilities included developing and documenting equipment and tooling for the manufacturing of endovascular implants and catheters. He also contributed to the setup of a new facility and production line, showcasing his ability to support operational improvements.
Education in Biomedical Engineering
Jacob studied Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Santa Clara University, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from 2019 to 2023. His education provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current and previous roles.
Skills and Additional Experience
Jacob possesses a diverse skill set that includes bike repair, vehicle maintenance, landscaping, and gardening. He has practical work experience as a property manager and HVAC assistant technician at Gilbertson Engineering Services, where he performed air conditioning unit installation and maintenance. Additionally, he serves as a brand ambassador for four companies, focusing on social media marketing and brand promotion.