Brock Davis
About Brock Davis
Brock Davis is a Control Systems Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical design and digital hardware implementation. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech and Penn State University, respectively.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Brock Davis has been employed as a Control Systems Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to the development of advanced distributed control systems specifically designed for cutting-edge physics experiments. His work involves the application of model predictive control techniques to enhance the performance and reliability of these systems.
Education and Expertise
Brock Davis holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University, completing his studies from 2018 to 2021. His academic background provides a strong foundation in mechanical design and control systems.
Background in Mechanical Design
Brock Davis possesses extensive experience in mechanical design, utilizing software tools such as Siemens NX, Solidworks, and Autodesk Inventor. He has a strong background in designing gas handling systems, which includes expertise in sensor selection and actuator design. Additionally, he has working knowledge in the design of combustion and laser systems, enhancing his capabilities in control systems engineering.
Internship Experience
Brock Davis has completed multiple internships that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Summer Intern at Sullair, LLC in 2015 for four months, where he gained practical experience in mechanical engineering. In 2016, he served as a Summer Intern at Key Tech Inc. for three months, and he also interned at Volvo Group Trucks Technology in the Fall of 2015 for four months. These internships provided him with valuable insights into the engineering field.
Research and Development Role
From 2017 to 2019, Brock Davis worked as an R&D Engineer at The Pennsylvania State University Applied Research Laboratory. In this position, he focused on research and development projects that furthered his expertise in control systems and mechanical engineering. His role involved applying theoretical knowledge to practical applications in engineering.