Ken Heinz
About Ken Heinz
Ken Heinz is a Precision Engineer with extensive experience in developing innovative manufacturing methods. He has worked at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Schafer Corporation, and Gatan Inc., and holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Ken Heinz has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2018, serving as a Precision Engineer. His role involves developing innovative methods to leverage manufacturing technology for creating products that were previously unattainable. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Project Engineer at the same laboratory from 2010 to 2014, where he contributed to various projects over a four-year period.
Experience at Schafer Corporation
Ken Heinz worked at Schafer Corporation as a Precision Engineer for eight months in 2014 to 2015. His responsibilities included applying his engineering skills to precision manufacturing processes. This role followed his tenure at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and preceded his position at Gatan Inc.
Career at Gatan Inc.
From 2015 to 2018, Ken Heinz served as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Gatan Inc. in Pleasanton, California. In this role, he focused on mechanical engineering tasks that supported the development of advanced imaging systems. His experience at Gatan Inc. contributed to his expertise in precision engineering.
Education and Expertise
Ken Heinz earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from 2008 to 2010. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his engineering career.
Research and Internships
During his academic career, Ken Heinz gained practical experience through various internships and research positions. He worked as an Engineering Intern at Caterpillar Inc. from 2006 to 2008 and at Microlution Inc. in 2008. Additionally, he served as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2008 to 2010, where he balanced simulation and experimentation to address research and development challenges.