James Thompson
About James Thompson
James Thompson is a Mechanical Engineer with a background in Engineering Sciences and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He has experience working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and previously held positions at Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
James Thompson has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2018. He initially joined the laboratory as a Student Engineering Intern from 2016 to 2018, where he gained practical experience in engineering applications. After completing his internship, he transitioned into the role of Mechanical Engineer, where he continues to contribute to various engineering projects and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
James Thompson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Sciences with a minor in Computer Science from Dartmouth College, which he completed from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of California, Davis, from 2019 to 2022. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Background
James Thompson completed his high school education at Tracy High School from 2009 to 2013. Following high school, he pursued higher education at Dartmouth College, where he focused on engineering sciences. His early experiences in education laid the groundwork for his career in mechanical engineering.
Previous Experience at Thayer School of Engineering
James Thompson worked at Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth in two capacities. He served as a Machine Shop Attendant for five months in 2015, where he assisted in the operation of the machine shop. Subsequently, he worked as a Research Assistant from 2016 to 2017, contributing to research projects and gaining valuable experience in an academic engineering environment.