Marcus Freitas
About Marcus Freitas
Marcus Freitas is a mechanical engineer with a diverse background in engineering internships and a solid educational foundation in mechanical engineering from San Jose State University. He has worked at various companies, including Southland Industries and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he currently applies his skills.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Marcus Freitas has been employed as a Mechanical Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. His role involves applying mechanical engineering principles to support various research and development projects. The laboratory focuses on national security, energy, and environmental challenges, providing an innovative environment for engineers to contribute to significant scientific advancements.
Internship Experience in Mechanical Engineering
Freitas has accumulated diverse internship experience in mechanical engineering. He worked as a Project Engineer Intern at Southland Industries in 2017 for three months, where he gained practical experience in project management. In 2018, he served as a Mechanical Core Engineer Intern at SSL for two months, contributing to core engineering projects. Additionally, he interned at Applied Materials as a Mechanical Engineer Intern in 2019 for three months, further enhancing his engineering skills.
Early Career and Internships
Freitas began his career with internships that provided foundational experience in mechanical engineering. He worked as a Sheet Metal Shop Intern at Southland Industries in 2016 for three months, where he learned about sheet metal fabrication processes. He also served as a Project Engineer Intern at Western Allied Mechanical from 2015 to 2016 for five months, gaining insights into project engineering and coordination. Prior to his engineering internships, he worked as a Sales Associate at Nob Hill Foods Inc from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Marcus Freitas earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from San Jose State University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2020. His education provided him with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, design, and analysis, equipping him with the skills necessary for his roles in various engineering positions.