Art Beede
About Art Beede
Art Beede is a Senior Engineer Technologist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in advanced equipment maintenance and repair. He has extensive experience in CNC printer calibration and operates various rigging equipment, while also serving as a Maintenance Supervisor at Newport Meat Company since 2014.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Art Beede serves as a Senior Engineer Technologist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2017. His responsibilities include the maintenance and repair of advanced equipment within the Center for Micro and Nanotechnology and Biomedical. Beede collaborates closely with engineers, PhDs, and scientists, contributing to projects that involve advanced manufacturing and 3D printing technologies. His role requires a deep understanding of complex systems and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Current Role at Newport Meat Company
Since 2014, Art Beede has worked as a Maintenance Supervisor at Newport Meat Company. In this role, he oversees maintenance operations and ensures the functionality of equipment. His experience in this position spans a decade, during which he has developed skills in managing maintenance tasks and supervising maintenance staff. Beede's expertise in equipment maintenance supports the company's operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Art Beede studied at Universal Technical Institute, Inc. from 1981 to 1982, focusing on refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, and solar technologies. He achieved HVAC certification during his studies. Beede specializes in the setup and calibration of various CNC printers, including 3, 4, 5, and 6 axis models. His technical expertise extends to handling complex systems such as vacuum pumps, cryo pumps, and helium compressors.
Technical Skills and Equipment Operation
Art Beede possesses extensive technical skills in operating rigging equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and cranes. He is experienced in machining parts and upgrading equipment to enhance performance. Additionally, Beede is involved in the installation and layout of Swagelok tubing for toxic and other gases, demonstrating his capability in managing critical systems in a laboratory environment.