Justin West
About Justin West
Justin West is an R&D Assistant Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He has extensive experience in mechanical engineering, having worked in both academic and industrial settings, including roles at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the University of Florida.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Justin West holds the position of R&D Assistant Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has been employed since 2019. In this role, he contributes to research and development initiatives, focusing on advanced manufacturing technologies. His work involves applying mechanical engineering principles to enhance manufacturing processes, particularly through the integration of machine learning with mechanical systems.
Experience at University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Since 2019, Justin West has also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. His responsibilities include conducting research in mechanical engineering, where he applies his academic knowledge to practical applications. This position allows him to bridge the gap between theoretical research and real-world engineering solutions.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Justin West gained diverse experience in various engineering positions. He worked as a Machining and Machine Tool Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for five months in 2019. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte from 2018 to 2019, and as a Design and Manufacturing Teaching Assistant at the University of Florida from 2014 to 2017.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Justin West earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, completing his studies from 2019 to 2022. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research and professional endeavors.
Contributions to Advanced Manufacturing
Throughout his career, Justin West has contributed to projects that focus on advanced manufacturing technologies. His work in the Intelligent Machine Tools Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory involved integrating machine learning with mechanical systems to enhance manufacturing processes. This experience reflects his commitment to advancing the field of mechanical engineering through innovative research.