Henning Roedel
About Henning Roedel
Henning Roedel is the Robotics Lead at DPR Construction, where he scouts and scales robotic technologies. He has a diverse background in civil and environmental engineering, with experience at various organizations including NASA, ALICE Technologies, and Stanford University.
Work at DPR Construction
Henning Roedel currently serves as the Robotics Lead at DPR Construction, a position he has held since 2022 in San Jose, California. In this role, he is responsible for scouting, analyzing, and scaling promising robotic technologies as part of the Innovation team. Prior to this role, he worked as the Western Region Innovation Leader from 2019 to 2022 in Redwood City, California. His contributions to the company focus on integrating advanced technologies into construction processes.
Previous Experience at ALICE Technologies
Before joining DPR Construction, Henning Roedel worked at ALICE Technologies, Inc. from 2017 to 2019 as part of the Business Development team in Menlo Park, California. His responsibilities included coordinating enterprise sales, marketing, and IT, with a focus on artificial intelligence parametric construction planning. This experience contributed to his expertise in leveraging technology for construction efficiency.
Educational Background
Henning Roedel has an extensive educational background in Civil and Environmental Engineering. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Stanford University, where he studied from 2011 to 2017. Prior to that, he completed his Master of Science (MS) in Construction Engineering and Management at Stanford University from 2008 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UCLA, which he completed from 2004 to 2008.
Research and Development Experience
Henning Roedel has significant research experience, having worked as a Graduate Researcher at NASA Ames Research Center from 2012 to 2016. During this time, he led the characterization of protein-bound concretes for structural applications. He also held a Graduate Researcher position at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 2011 for three months. His research contributions have been influential in the fields of construction and materials science.
Industry Contributions and Activities
Henning Roedel actively participates in several lunar development groups during his spare time, reflecting his interest in innovative construction applications beyond Earth. He co-presents the Technology Corner 'Robotics' segment at the 2024 PM Symposium, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in construction technology. Additionally, he has contributed to discussions on construction and technology momentum in an article for Inside Unmanned Systems.