Francis Danforth
About Francis Danforth
Francis Danforth is a Senior Design Engineer at Plexus Corp., where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse educational background, holding degrees in Mathematics and Computer Engineering, and has held various engineering and teaching roles throughout his career.
Current Role at Plexus Corp.
Francis Danforth currently serves as a Senior Design Engineer at Plexus Corp. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to design engineering projects in Raleigh, North Carolina. His role involves applying engineering principles to develop innovative solutions and support product development initiatives.
Previous Experience at Plexus Corp.
Prior to his current role, Francis Danforth worked at Plexus Corp. as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020. He began his journey at Plexus as a Software Intern from 2017 to 2018. His experiences at Plexus have provided him with a strong foundation in software engineering and design.
Education and Expertise
Francis Danforth has an extensive educational background in engineering and computer science. He earned a Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering from North Carolina State University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he obtained a Post-Baccalaureate Studies and Computer Programming Certificate from the same institution from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, which he completed from 2003 to 2007.
Teaching and Facilitation Roles
Francis Danforth has experience in academic roles, having worked as an Engineering Course Facilitator at UNC Asheville for four months in 2016. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at the same university for eleven months in 2015. These roles involved supporting students in their learning and facilitating engineering courses.
Research Experience
In 2016, Francis Danforth worked as a Research Assistant at North Carolina State University for three months. This position allowed him to engage in research activities, contributing to academic projects and gaining practical experience in a research environment.