Kevin Santos
About Kevin Santos
Kevin Santos is an R&D Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories and a Student Research Assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder, with a background in mechanical engineering and a strong interest in mechanical systems.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Kevin Santos is currently employed as an R&D Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. He began his tenure there in 2022. His work focuses on cutting-edge research and development in mechanical engineering. Sandia National Laboratories is renowned for its contribution to national security, energy, and technology solutions, and Kevin Santos plays a vital role in their mechanical engineering projects.
Research Experience at University of Colorado Boulder
Kevin Santos has held positions as a Student Research Assistant and Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder. As a Student Research Assistant since 2021, he has been working in the Laboratory for Advanced Materials and Bioinspiration. In 2020, he served as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Polymer Derived Ceramics Laboratory for two months. Both roles have contributed significantly to his expertise in mechanical engineering and advanced materials.
Co-op Position at Lockheed Martin
In 2015, Kevin Santos worked as a Co-op Technical Specialist (Manufacturing Engineer) at Lockheed Martin in Littleton, Colorado. His role during this four-month tenure involved working on manufacturing processes and integrating engineering principles in the production stages. This experience provided him with valuable industry insights and practical skills in manufacturing engineering.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Kevin Santos has an extensive educational background in mechanical engineering. He earned a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder College of Engineering & Applied Science, graduating in 2022. He also holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Metropolitan State University of Denver, completed in 2016, and another Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University, earned in 2013. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation and advanced skills in mechanical engineering.
Professional Portfolio
Kevin Santos has a comprehensive portfolio that showcases his work and achievements in mechanical engineering. This portfolio is available for viewing at https://ksantosb.wixsite.com/portfolio. It includes examples of his projects and demonstrates his capabilities in advanced mechanical engineering practices such as Composite Design and Finite Element Analysis. The portfolio also reflects his experience in designing innovative solutions using both traditional and non-traditional methods.