Carmen Margarita Mendez, PhD, Pe, Pmp
About Carmen Margarita Mendez, PhD, Pe, Pmp
Carmen Margarita Mendez, PhD, PE, PMP, is the Manager of Applied Systems Analysis & Research (Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technologies) at Sandia National Laboratories and a teacher at American Heritage School. She has extensive experience in engineering, research, and education.
Current Roles at Sandia National Laboratories
Carmen Margarita Mendez currently holds the position of Manager for Applied Systems Analysis & Research (Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technologies) at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She has been in this role since 2022.
Teaching Role at American Heritage School
Since 2017, Carmen Margarita Mendez has also been serving as a Teacher for Engineering Design and Development (Capstone) at American Heritage School in Plantation, Florida.
Previous Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Prior to her current managerial role, Carmen served as Principal R&D Systems Engineer - Advanced Nuclear Concepts at Sandia National Laboratories from 2016 to 2022. She also held the position of Senior R&D Industrial Engineer - Risk & Reliability Analysis from 2005 to 2006 and worked as a Consultant from 2006 to 2016.
Executive Director Role at Laureate International Universities
From 2009 to 2016, Carmen Mendez served as Executive Director of Product Management for the Laureate Network Office at Laureate International Universities in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area.
Educational Background
Carmen Mendez holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Industrial Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, obtained between 2001 and 2005. She also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the same university in 2002. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
Areas of Expertise
Carmen Mendez's areas of expertise include technology roadmapping, engineered safety, human factors, user experience, and concurrent engineering. Her robust skill set enhances her capability to handle roles in applied systems analysis and complex project management in the nuclear energy sector.