Brian Grubbs
About Brian Grubbs
Brian Grubbs is a Research Associate II in Polymer and Process Engineering at Mango Materials, where he focuses on automation and biopolymer formulation development. He has over seven years of experience at the company and holds a BS in Bioengineering from UC Berkeley.
Current Role at Mango Materials
Brian Grubbs serves as a Research Associate II in Polymer and Process Engineering at Mango Materials, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he designs and implements automation, safety controls, and data acquisition systems specifically for methane fermentation processes using LabVIEW. He also manages a team dedicated to biopolymer formulation development, focusing on applications such as injection molding, 3D printing, textile fibers, and film/sheet.
Previous Experience at Mango Materials
Before his current position, Brian Grubbs held multiple roles at Mango Materials. He worked as a Research Assistant from 2014 to 2016, followed by a role as Research Associate I from 2016 to 2017. His progression through these positions reflects his growing expertise in polymer engineering and biopolymer applications.
Education and Expertise
Brian Grubbs earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Bioengineering from UC Berkeley College of Engineering, completing his studies from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in polymer and process engineering, particularly in biopolymer formulation and development.
Research and Development Contributions
In his current role, Brian Grubbs conducts research to identify, source, and test new additives aimed at enhancing the properties of polymers for various applications. He develops testing procedures and creates internal protocols for evaluating and characterizing biopolymer formulations, including innovative methods when existing standards are insufficient. Additionally, he attends processing trials across multiple manufacturing verticals to provide technical support.