Hyoungsu Baek
About Hyoungsu Baek
Hyoungsu Baek is a Senior Engineer at Motional, with a diverse background in research and engineering across several prestigious organizations. He holds advanced degrees in Mathematics and Ocean Engineering and has expertise in data problem-solving, project management, and teaching learning methodologies.
Work at Motional
Hyoungsu Baek has been employed at Motional as a Senior Engineer since 2020. In this role, he applies his extensive background in engineering and data analysis to contribute to the development of autonomous vehicle technologies. His responsibilities include leveraging his mathematical and computational skills to address complex engineering challenges within the organization.
Previous Experience at Aramco Services Company
Before joining Motional, Hyoungsu Baek worked at Aramco Services Company as a Research Scientist from 2013 to 2020. During his seven years in Houston, Texas, he focused on research initiatives that required advanced analytical skills and innovative problem-solving approaches. His work contributed to the company's research objectives in the energy sector.
Academic Background
Hyoungsu Baek has a strong academic foundation, having studied at several prestigious institutions. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Mathematics from Brown University, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He also holds a Master's degree in Mathematics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Additionally, he obtained both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Ocean Engineering from Seoul National University.
Expertise and Skills
Hyoungsu Baek possesses expertise in solving complex data problems through a combination of mathematical, computational, and software development skills. He is proficient in project management, which complements his technical abilities. He also practices and teaches methods for fast and thorough learning, emphasizing the importance of effective knowledge acquisition in engineering and technology.
Early Career Experience
Hyoungsu Baek began his career in South Korea, where he worked as a Robot/Automation Control Software Engineer at Yujin Robot Co., Ltd. from 1997 to 1999. He later served as an Information Technology Consultant at LG CNS Co., Ltd. for one year in 2000. These early roles provided him with foundational experience in software engineering and automation systems.