Justin Weinmeister
About Justin Weinmeister
Justin Weinmeister is an Associate Nuclear Fluid Mechanics Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in mechanical engineering, having earned both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from Colorado State University, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Justin Weinmeister currently serves as an Associate Nuclear Fluid Mechanics Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he conducts thermal and fluid analysis and testing of next-generation energy systems and technologies. Previously, he worked at the laboratory as an Application Engineer specializing in Computational Fluid Dynamics from 2019 to 2023 and as a Post-Masters Fluids Engineer from 2018 to 2019. He supports various programs within the Energy Systems Development group in the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division.
Education and Expertise
Justin Weinmeister has a strong educational background in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Colorado State University, studying from 2013 to 2017. He continued his education at the same institution, completing a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2017 to 2018. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, a program he has been enrolled in since 2021.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Justin Weinmeister gained diverse experience in various engineering positions. He worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Colorado State University for three months in 2014. He also held internships, including a position at Woodward, Inc. as an Innovation and Engineering Council Intern in 2015 for five months. Additionally, he has experience in manufacturing, having worked at Super Vacuum Manufacturing in various roles from 2007 to 2010.
Research and Development Contributions
In his capacity as an engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Justin Weinmeister contributes to the research and development of advanced energy systems. His work involves conducting thermal and fluid analysis, which is essential for the development of innovative technologies in the nuclear energy sector. His experience in computational fluid dynamics further enhances his ability to support complex engineering projects.