James Cutler
About James Cutler
James Cutler is an R&D Intern in Wind Energy Technologies at Sandia National Laboratories, with experience in prototype engineering, broadcast engineering, and wind farm optimization.
Company
James Cutler currently works at Sandia National Laboratories as an R&D Intern in Wind Energy Technologies. This position began in 2020 and focuses on developing technologies and strategies to enhance wind energy production efficiency and reliability.
Title
James Cutler holds the title of R&D Intern in Wind Energy Technologies at Sandia National Laboratories. His work involves research and development aimed at advancing wind energy technology, which plays a crucial role in renewable energy systems.
Education and Expertise
James Cutler studied Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University, earning a Bachelor's degree between 2015 and 2021. His expertise includes wake modeling, small wind turbine design, and the integration of Python code with software such as Sandia's Dakota. He also developed a Python repository for calculating damage equivalent loads from OpenFAST data, showcasing his proficiency in programming and engineering analysis.
Background
James Cutler's professional background reflects extensive experience in engineering and research roles. Before his current position, he worked as a Prototype Engineer Intern at LacNation, LLC. and as a Broadcast Engineering Intern at BYU Broadcasting. He also served as a Coach at Daniels Academy and as a Tagalog and ESL Teacher at the Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah. Additionally, he was a self-employed Videographer for seven years in the Provo, Utah area.
Research and Projects
Throughout his career, James Cutler has been involved in several significant research initiatives. At Sandia National Laboratories, he integrated Python code with the Dakota software to analyze wind turbine blade fatigue. His undergraduate research at BYU FLOW Lab focused on wind farm optimization. These projects highlight his commitment to advancing wind energy technology and his capability in conducting sophisticated research.