Peter Wang
About Peter Wang
Peter Wang is an R&D Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in engineering, having held positions at Dragados USA, Inc. and The Boring Company, and holds multiple degrees in engineering from prestigious institutions.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Peter Wang has been serving as R&D Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, he engages in research and development activities, contributing to various projects within the laboratory. His position involves applying advanced engineering principles and methodologies to solve complex problems in the field of research.
Previous Experience at The Boring Company
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Peter Wang worked as a Mechanical Engineer at The Boring Company from 2017 to 2019. His responsibilities included designing and implementing mechanical systems for tunneling projects in the Greater Los Angeles Area. This role allowed him to gain hands-on experience in innovative engineering solutions.
Experience at Dragados USA, Inc.
Peter Wang was employed as a Senior Engineer at Dragados USA, Inc. from 2012 to 2015. During his three years with the company, he focused on engineering projects related to construction and infrastructure development. His work contributed to the successful execution of various engineering initiatives.
Educational Background in Engineering
Peter Wang holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Irvine, which he completed from 2015 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Science in Design Construction Integration from Stanford University in 2009. His undergraduate studies were completed at Harvey Mudd College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from 2004 to 2008.
Early Research Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Peter Wang began his career at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a Student Researcher, where he worked for a total of 10 months across two separate periods in 2003 and 2006. This early experience provided him with foundational skills in research and development within a national laboratory setting.