Blake Cardoza
About Blake Cardoza
Blake Cardoza is a mechanical engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University, Chico. He has experience in various engineering roles, including work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Haas Automation, Inc., and is skilled in operating multiple types of machinery and software.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Blake Cardoza has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021, where he holds the position of Mechanical Engineer. His responsibilities include managing communications and project status reporting for the Automated High-Voltage Spark-Gap Pre-fire Test Stand project. He also designed and built a test stand to evaluate spark-gap switches under operational load, aiming to determine a pre-fire rate. His work involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
Education and Expertise
Blake Cardoza earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Chico, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. His education provided him with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices. He has developed expertise in operating various machines, including mills, lathes, CNC mills, and CNC plasma tube cutters, which he applies in his current role.
Background in Mechanical Engineering
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Blake gained practical experience as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Haas Automation, Inc. in 2021, where he worked for two months. During this internship, he machined components using CAM software and a HAAS VF3 CNC Mill, successfully meeting project deadlines. Additionally, he served as a Maintenance Assistant at Village At The Timbers for three months in 2020, where he applied his mechanical skills in a hands-on environment.
Technical Skills and Tools
Blake Cardoza possesses a diverse skill set in mechanical engineering and is proficient in various software and tools. His technical capabilities include using MATLAB, SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, ANSYS, HSMWorks, LabView, and Python. He is also skilled in CAD and CAM software, Adobe Photoshop, and the Microsoft Office Suite. These skills enable him to effectively contribute to engineering projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Project Involvement and Contributions
Throughout his career, Blake has been involved in several engineering projects that demonstrate his capabilities. He reversed engineered the WR4 Formula Car’s Gas Pedal Assembly and conducted performance analysis for the FSAE project. Additionally, he played a significant role in a team of over 30 stakeholders to design and manufacture a spool mounting system for the FSAE Drivetrain System project. His contributions reflect his commitment to advancing engineering solutions.