Ridge Bennett
About Ridge Bennett
Ridge Bennett is a Laser Grade Optics Process Engineer currently employed at Optimax Systems, Inc. He has a background in physics and has held various positions in education and manufacturing.
Current Role at Optimax Systems
Ridge Bennett currently serves as a Laser Grade Optics Process Engineer at Optimax Systems, Inc. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the development and optimization of laser-grade optics. His role involves applying engineering principles to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure product quality.
Previous Experience at Optimax Systems
Prior to his current role, Ridge Bennett worked as a Manufacturing Engineering Technician at Optimax Systems, Inc. from 2022 to 2024. In this capacity, he was responsible for supporting manufacturing operations and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Educational Background at Rochester Institute of Technology
Ridge Bennett studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from 2018 to 2022. His education provided him with a strong foundation in scientific principles and engineering practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Teaching and Research Experience
Ridge Bennett has experience in teaching and research at the Rochester Institute of Technology. He worked as a Teaching Assistant for four months in 2021 and as a Learning Assistant for four months in 2022. Additionally, he served as an Undergraduate Researcher for two months in 2021, gaining valuable insights into academic research methodologies.
Early Career and Apprenticeship
Before his engineering roles, Ridge Bennett was a General Contractor Apprentice at Basement Builders of NY from 2018 to 2022. This four-year apprenticeship provided him with hands-on experience in construction and project management. He also worked as a Substitute Cleaner for EAST BLOOMFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT from 2019 to 2020.