Sidney Velado
About Sidney Velado
Sidney Velado is a Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer at Motional, specializing in the commercialization of autonomous vehicle products. With a background in robotics and engineering from institutions like Carnegie Mellon University, Velado has held various roles in the field, including positions at RE2 Robotics and the University of Pittsburgh.
Current Role at Motional
Sidney Velado serves as a Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer at Motional, a position held since 2022. In this role, Velado focuses on the commercialization of autonomous vehicle products and their expansion into new markets. This position leverages Velado's expertise in robotics and autonomous systems, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Previous Experience at RE2 Robotics
Prior to joining Motional, Sidney Velado worked at RE2 Robotics as a Software Engineer from 2020 to 2022. During this time, Velado contributed to various projects in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, enhancing skills in software development for robotic systems. Velado briefly served as Software Engineer II in 2022, further solidifying experience in the robotics field.
Education and Expertise
Sidney Velado earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, completing the program from 2015 to 2020. Velado also studied at Cheshire Academy, achieving a high school diploma from 2013 to 2015. This educational background provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, robotics, and autonomous systems.
Background in Robotics Research
Velado has a background in robotics research, having worked as a Robotics Engineer Student Researcher at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering and School of Computer Science. These roles, held in 2018 and 2019, involved hands-on research and development in robotics, contributing to Velado's practical knowledge in the field.
Internship Experience
In 2019, Sidney Velado completed a Robotics Engineer Internship at Staples in Framingham, Massachusetts. This internship provided practical experience in applying engineering concepts to real-world robotics applications, further enhancing Velado's skills and understanding of the industry.