Jeremy Slade
About Jeremy Slade
Jeremy Slade is a Senior Staff Engineer specializing in Mechanical R&D at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in engineering, having held various roles in companies such as Fisher & Paykel Appliances and MAHLE, and possesses advanced skills in design software.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jeremy Slade has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018, initially serving as an R&D Mechanical Engineer. In 2023, he advanced to the role of Senior Staff Engineer in Mechanical R&D. His work involves the development of specifications for performance, design, and construction of various machinery and industrial systems. Slade's expertise contributes to the laboratory's research and development efforts, particularly in areas related to industrial furnace builds and rad-waste/nuclear processing equipment.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Jeremy Slade held several engineering positions. He worked at Fisher & Paykel Appliances as a Project Engineer from 1994 to 2000 in Brisbane, Australia. He then joined MAHLE as the Machine Build Department Coordinator from 2000 to 2005 in Morristown, Tennessee. Following that, he served as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Mesa Associates, Inc. from 2009 to 2015 in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Additionally, he briefly worked as the Head of Engineering Department at Hamilton Equipment Company in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Jeremy Slade holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from Queensland University of Technology, which he completed from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Queensland, studying from 1989 to 1993. Slade possesses advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD, enabling him to manage the complete engineering process from concept to commissioning.
Skills in Mechanical Engineering
Jeremy Slade has developed a strong skill set in mechanical engineering, particularly in the design and implementation of industrial systems. His expertise includes the development of specifications for performance and construction across various machinery. He is proficient in utilizing advanced engineering software tools, which enhances his ability to contribute effectively to complex engineering projects.