Andrew Stershic, PhD Pe
About Andrew Stershic, PhD Pe
Andrew Stershic, PhD, is a Principal Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in research and engineering roles.
Professional Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Andrew Stershic, PhD, serves as a Principal Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California, since 2016. His responsibilities include developing novel numerical methods for finite element analysis and modeling material failure. He verifies and validates modeling capabilities, concentrating on failure models and residual stress predictions from forging and welding processes. Andrew also completed an internship at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico as a Developer in 2012.
Graduate Research at Duke University
Andrew Stershic was a Graduate Research Assistant at Duke University from 2011 to 2016. During this period, he worked on various research projects contributing to his extensive knowledge in civil engineering. His role included a deep focus on advanced simulation techniques and material behavior models, which laid the foundation for his future work in mechanical and materials engineering.
Education in Civil Engineering
Andrew Stershic completed his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at Duke University between 2011 and 2016. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the same university during this period. Earlier, Andrew obtained dual Bachelor's Degrees in Civil Engineering and Economics from the University of Maryland from 2007 to 2011. This comprehensive academic background has equipped him with a robust understanding of both engineering principles and economic policy.
International Research Experience
In 2014, Andrew Stershic worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology in Japan, albeit for a brief period of one month. This international experience expanded his research capabilities and provided him with a global perspective on scientific methodologies and engineering practices.
Early Career and Internships
Andrew Stershic's early career is marked by multiple internships, including positions at PRIME AE Group, Inc. and URS Corporation. He also served as a Principal Engineer for UMD Concrete Canoe from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he gained experience as a Senior Copy Editor at Terrapin Times and worked as a Bridge Department Intern at PRIME AE Group, Inc., which diversified his skill set outside the strict boundaries of engineering.