Jose Mercado
About Jose Mercado
Jose Mercado is a Piping Engineer specializing in High Pressure Metallurgy, currently employed at Hatch in Mississauga, Ontario since 2017. He has previous experience as a Mechanical Engineering Team Intern at GE Water & Process Technologies and has held various roles at McMaster University.
Work at Hatch
Jose Mercado has been employed at Hatch as a Piping Engineer specializing in High Pressure Metallurgy since 2017. His role involves the design and analysis of piping systems, focusing on high-pressure applications. He operates from the Mississauga, Ontario office, contributing to various engineering projects that require expertise in metallurgy and fluid dynamics.
Previous Experience at GE Water & Process Technologies
Jose Mercado worked at GE Water & Process Technologies as a Mechanical Engineering Team Intern from 2015 to 2016. He completed this internship in two locations: Trevose, Pennsylvania, and Oakville, Ontario. During his time there, he gained practical experience in mechanical engineering principles and contributed to projects within the water and process technologies sector.
Research Experience at McMaster University
In 2014, Jose Mercado served as a Research Assistant for Dr. Stephen Tullis at McMaster University. This position lasted four months and involved supporting research initiatives in the field of engineering. His responsibilities included data collection, analysis, and assisting in the preparation of research findings.
Education and Expertise
Jose Mercado studied at McMaster University from 2011 to 2017, where he focused on Thermofluid Systems and earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Society. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, particularly in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, which are essential for his current role in high-pressure metallurgy.
Teaching and Tutoring Roles at McMaster University
During his time at McMaster University, Jose Mercado held several positions that involved teaching and tutoring. He was a Teaching Assistant for three months in 2014 and also worked as a Student Academic Assistance Program Tutor from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he served as an Engineering Welcome Week Team Planner for six months in 2014, helping to coordinate activities for incoming engineering students.