Jason Yoo
About Jason Yoo
Jason Yoo is an R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and a strong academic background from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and The University of New Mexico.
Current Title and Role
Jason Yoo currently serves as an R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. He has been in this role since 2018, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In this position, he is involved in research and development within the mechanical engineering field, contributing to various projects and initiatives at one of the nation’s premier research institutions.
Previous Roles at Sandia National Laboratories
Before his current position, Jason Yoo held multiple roles at Sandia National Laboratories. From 2016 to 2018, he was a Master's Fellowship - Mechanical Engineering participant, focusing on advanced mechanical engineering research while completing his master's degree. Jason also worked as a Student Technical Intern Year-round from 2015 to 2016, gaining practical experience in mechanical engineering projects and research.
Experience at the University of New Mexico
From 2014 to 2016, Jason Yoo worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of New Mexico. During this time, he engaged in various research projects, contributing to the advancement of mechanical engineering knowledge while completing his undergraduate studies.
Early Internships in Mechanical Engineering
Jason Yoo's early career included internships that provided a strong foundation in mechanical engineering. In 2014, he worked for 9 months at RIEtech Global, LLC as a Mechanical Engineering Intern. Additionally, he served as an Engineering Intern at Array Technologies, Inc. in 2013 for 3 months, both in Albuquerque, NM. These roles allowed him to gain practical experience in the industry and develop essential engineering skills.
Education and Mechanical Engineering Expertise
Jason Yoo holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which he completed between 2016 and 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from The University of New Mexico, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. His academic background has provided a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practice.