Bill Davies
About Bill Davies
Bill Davies is a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and research. He has worked at various companies including IBM, Schlumberger, and Exponent, and holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Work at Exponent
Bill Davies has been employed at Exponent as a Senior Engineer since 2019. His role involves applying his expertise in mechanical engineering to various projects. He specializes in the design of experimental systems for failure analysis and proactive design, particularly in the energy, HVAC&R, and consumer electronics sectors. His experience at Exponent contributes to the company's focus on providing scientific and engineering consulting services.
Current Role at ASTM International
Since 2020, Bill Davies has served as a Committee Member at ASTM International. His involvement includes participation in the ASTM E11.50 subcommittee on Metrology. This role allows him to contribute to the development of standards that enhance the quality and safety of products and services across various industries.
Education and Expertise
Bill Davies holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which he obtained from 2016 to 2019. He also earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, studying from 2014 to 2016. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Bates College, completed from 2004 to 2008. His research expertise encompasses the experimental investigation of two-phase flow, condensation, and air-cooled condensers.
Previous Work Experience
Bill Davies has accumulated diverse work experience in various engineering roles. He worked at IBM as a Functional Characterization Engineer Intern for two months in 2007. He served as a Wireline Engineer-in-Charge at Schlumberger in 2013 for four months. Additionally, he held multiple positions at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, including Graduate Teaching Assistant and Graduate Research Assistant, from 2014 to 2019. His early career included roles such as Project Analysis Intern at Energy Guru and Wireline Field Engineer at Schlumberger.
Research and Specializations
Bill Davies specializes in the design of experimental systems aimed at failure analysis and proactive design. His research focuses on critical areas such as two-phase flow, condensation, and air-cooled condensers. His expertise is particularly relevant to industries including energy, HVAC&R, and consumer electronics, where he applies his knowledge to improve system reliability and efficiency.