Brian Mc Guigan
About Brian Mc Guigan
Brian Mc Guigan is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in high performance computing, algorithm design, and nano-material research.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Brian Mc Guigan has been working as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories since 2019. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, his role involves extensive research and contributions to the laboratory's ongoing projects. His work in high performance computing and algorithm design plays a significant part in Sandia's mission to promote computational sciences.
Previous Roles in Academia
Brian Mc Guigan served as Head Teaching Assistant and Laboratory Instructor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2017 to 2019. His responsibilities included mentoring students and assisting in laboratory sessions. Additionally, he was a Graduate Research Fellow at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) in 2016, where he focused on materials and manufacturing research.
International Research Experience
In 2015, Brian Mc Guigan worked as a National Science Foundation International Research Scientist at the CEA in Grenoble, France. During his 5-month tenure, he engaged in pioneering research projects, leveraging his expertise in mechanical engineering and nanomaterials.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Brian Mc Guigan achieved a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2018. He also holds a Master’s degree (2013) and a Bachelor’s degree (2011) in the same field from the same institution, underscoring his extensive and consistent academic background in mechanical engineering.
Entrepreneurial and Industry Experience
Brian Mc Guigan co-founded Avriculture and served as Chief Technology Officer in 2014. This role reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and technical acumen. Additionally, he has held various engineering roles at companies such as Invenergy LLC, Prairie Seating Company, and Grot Tool Manufacturing, where he worked on data analytics, simulation, manufacturing algorithms, and quality and operations engineering.