Michael Whedbee
About Michael Whedbee
Michael Whedbee serves as the Section Head of Testing Science and Cascade Engineering at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in engineering and project management, with experience at various organizations including The Babcock & Wilcox Company and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Current Position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Michael Whedbee serves as the Section Head for Testing Science and Cascade Engineering at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the organization. His role involves overseeing technical operations and ensuring the successful execution of engineering tasks in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Previous Work Experience
Michael Whedbee has a diverse work history in engineering and management roles. He worked at The Babcock & Wilcox Company as Manager of Manufacturing from 2011 to 2014. Prior to that, he was a Lead Process Engineer at B&W Y-12 LLC from 2002 to 2007. He also held positions at John Deere as a Design Engineer from 1998 to 2002 and at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as Group Leader in Enrichment Technology for 10 months in 2019 to 2020.
Education and Certifications
Michael Whedbee holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, which he completed from 1995 to 2000. He furthered his education at the University of Tennessee Space Institute, achieving a degree in Engineering/Industrial Management in 2006. He has completed a 2-Year Leadership Development Program at The Center for Creative Leadership and holds certifications in Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt and Project Management Professional (PMP).
Expertise in Engineering and Project Management
Michael Whedbee specializes in technical problem solving and process engineering, demonstrating a strong ability to tackle complex engineering challenges. His experience includes managing Department of Energy (DOE) projects, showcasing his capability in government-related engineering initiatives. He has a proven track record in new product development cycles, indicating his proficiency in innovation and bringing new products to market.