Andrea Young
About Andrea Young
Andrea Young is a Manufacturing Engineer at Kennametal in Orwell, Ohio, with a career spanning over 15 years in various engineering roles. She has expertise in Chemical Vapor Deposition processes and a strong background in materials science and characterization.
Work at Kennametal
Andrea Young has been employed as a Manufacturing Engineer at Kennametal since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the manufacturing processes in Orwell, Ohio. Her responsibilities include optimizing production methods and ensuring quality standards are met. Young's tenure at Kennametal marks a continuation of her extensive experience in the engineering field.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Kennametal, Andrea Young worked at Radix Wire & Cable as a Materials and Process Engineer from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Metallurgist at Arconic Forgings and Extrusions from 2015 to 2019. Her career also includes a role as a Senior Project Metallurgical Engineer at TimkenSteel Corporation for nine months in 2014-2015. Young's diverse experience spans various engineering roles, enhancing her expertise in materials science.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Young holds a Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from Case Western Reserve University, which she completed in 2011. She also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University of Dayton in 2006. Young has expertise in Chemical Vapor Deposition processes and has a strong background in materials science and characterization, which supports her contributions to product development and new technology introduction.
Research and Development Contributions
Throughout her career, Andrea Young has been involved in process improvements and research and development. Her roles have included significant contributions to product development and the introduction of new technologies. Young's experience as a Student Researcher at Cornerstone Research Group, Inc. and as a Graduate Research Student at Case Western Reserve University further underscores her commitment to advancing engineering practices.