Craig Broadman
About Craig Broadman
Craig Broadman is a mechanical engineer specializing in vibration, shock, thermal, and strain testing at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He has a background in mechanical engineering and acoustics, with experience at various research institutions and internships.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Craig Broadman currently holds the position of Mechanical Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He has been with the organization since 2021, contributing to the Environmental Test Group. His role involves conducting vibration, shock, thermal, and strain testing, which are critical for evaluating the durability and reliability of mechanical systems under various environmental conditions.
Previous Experience in Mechanical Engineering
Broadman has a diverse background in mechanical engineering, having worked in several roles prior to his current position. He served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Applied Research Laboratories from 2019 to 2021, where he engaged in research activities. Additionally, he completed internships at Lightning Motorcycle and Sandia National Laboratories, focusing on mechanical engineering and nonlinear mechanics, respectively.
Education and Expertise
Craig Broadman earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Acoustics from The University of Texas at Austin, which he completed in 2021. His academic background supports his expertise in conducting environmental tests and assessing mechanical systems.
Internship Experience
Broadman has gained valuable experience through various internships. In 2017, he worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Lightning Motorcycle for two months. He also completed a two-month internship as a Nonlinear Mechanics and Dynamics R&D Intern at Sandia National Laboratories in 2018. These roles provided him with practical skills in mechanical engineering and research.
Data Analysis Experience
In 2016, Craig Broadman worked as a Data Analyst at DBS Bank in Singapore for two months. This role allowed him to develop analytical skills that complement his engineering background, demonstrating his versatility in both data analysis and mechanical engineering.