Katherine Miles
About Katherine Miles
Katherine Miles is a Graduate Student Intern at Sandia National Laboratories and a Researcher at the University of New Mexico School of Engineering, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Katherine Miles is currently working as a Graduate Student Intern at Sandia National Laboratories. She began this role in 2021 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her responsibilities and projects include working on various aspects of mechanical engineering and research, contributing her expertise to the esteemed institution.
Graduate Student Researcher at University of New Mexico School of Engineering
Since 2020, Katherine Miles has been pursuing her Master's degree at the University of New Mexico School of Engineering. As a researcher, she focuses on micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), adding to the body of knowledge in this specialized field. She balances her academic pursuits with practical research experience in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Previous Engineering Roles
Katherine Miles has a comprehensive background in mechanical engineering, with experience in multiple firms. From 2015 to 2017, she worked at H2Engineering, Inc. as a Mechanical Engineer in Tallahassee, Florida. Prior to that, she held a similar role at Karpinski Engineering in Cleveland/Akron, Ohio, from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she has designed HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, demonstrating her versatile engineering capabilities.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Katherine Miles has a strong academic foundation in mechanical engineering. She earned her Master's degree from the University of New Mexico School of Engineering from 2020 to 2022. Before that, she achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Grove City College, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. Her education has equipped her with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in her field.
Early Career and Research Experiences
Katherine Miles began her career with various roles while still a student. These include being an Honors Independent Researcher focused on Small Region Sustainability and a Senior Design Project Team Member at Grove City College. Additionally, she participated in a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates at Washington State University in 2013. These early experiences helped shape her career path in mechanical engineering.