William Dannemann
About William Dannemann
William Dannemann is a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer currently employed at Zipline in South San Francisco, California. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and has accumulated diverse experience in engineering roles across various companies.
Current Role at Zipline
William Dannemann serves as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Zipline, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in South San Francisco, California. In this role, he is responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems that contribute to Zipline's mission of providing drone delivery services for medical supplies. His expertise in mechanical engineering plays a crucial role in advancing the company's innovative logistics solutions.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Zipline, William Dannemann gained extensive experience in various engineering roles. He worked at Sandia National Laboratories as an R&D Systems Engineer from 2017 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Cyber Technology Specialist at Darktrace from 2015 to 2017 in the San Francisco Bay Area. His early career included internships at Medtronic in 2013, MicroStrain, Inc. in 2011, and Critchfield Mechanical, Inc. in 2012.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
William Dannemann holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education at the same institution, earning a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from 2014 to 2015. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his engineering career.
Internship Experience
William Dannemann has completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He interned at MicroStrain, Inc. in 2011 for two months, followed by a three-month internship at Critchfield Mechanical, Inc. in 2012. Additionally, he worked as a Reliability Intern at Medtronic for two months in 2013. These internships provided him with practical experience in mechanical engineering and related fields.