Matt Knop
About Matt Knop
Matt Knop serves as the LV Mapping Operations Lead at Motional in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in GIS and environmental analysis, having held positions at various organizations including TRW and Dames & Moore, and holds advanced degrees in Geography from the University of Utah.
Work at Motional
Matt Knop has served as the LV Mapping Operations Lead at Motional since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing mapping operations related to Level 4 autonomous vehicles. His work is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he applies his extensive experience in geographic information systems (GIS) to enhance the mapping processes critical for autonomous vehicle navigation.
Education and Expertise
Matt Knop holds a Master of Science in Geography from the University of Utah, where he studied from 1990 to 1992. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Geography/Remote Sensing from Northern Arizona University, completing his studies there from 1981 to 1989. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in GIS and environmental analysis.
Background
Before joining Motional, Matt Knop accumulated significant experience in various roles. He worked as a GIS Supervisor/Senior Analyst at TRW from 1997 to 1999 and as a Senior GIS Analyst at Dames & Moore from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Station Manager at SkyWest Airlines from 1986 to 1990. His diverse background contributes to his comprehensive understanding of mapping and analysis.
Professional Contributions
Throughout his career, Matt Knop has contributed to several significant projects. He conducted hydrological analysis as part of the Clark County Regional Flood Control Master Plan Update and developed a work order database for the City of Phoenix's environmental division. He also led the integration of the EPA Storm Water Management Model with ArcView and supervised the development of an environmental permitting system for the City of Tucson.
Research and Analysis
Matt has performed various analyses to support infrastructure and environmental planning. He conducted demographic analysis for the Clark County Regional Transportation Commission and carried out environmental assessments for projects such as the revitalization of the Agua Fria River. His work also included an environmental feasibility study for the relocation of wastewater in major areas of Clark County.