Michael Stender
About Michael Stender
Michael Stender is an R&D Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with expertise in material model development and mechanical design.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Michael Stender is currently working as an R&D Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. He joined the institution in 2015 and is part of the Multi-Physics Modeling and Simulation Group. In his role, he focuses on developing advanced engineering simulations to support various research initiatives. His work involves using advanced software tools to achieve precise and reliable results in mechanical design and material model development.
Previous Experience at University of Colorado Boulder
Michael Stender worked as a PhD student in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2012 to 2015. During his time there, he focused on advanced research projects in the field of mechanical engineering, contributing to academic publications and participating in high-level research activities that honed his skills in modeling and simulations.
Engineering Analyst Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Before his tenure at Sandia National Laboratories, Michael Stender was employed as an Engineering Analyst at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory from 2011 to 2012. He spent a year working on engineering projects that required precise analysis and simulations to support the lab’s diverse research endeavors.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Michael Stender holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution. His education spanned from 2005 to 2015, solidifying his foundation in mechanical engineering principles and advanced research methodologies.
Expertise in Engineering Software Tools
Michael Stender has extensive expertise in using various software tools essential for engineering simulations. These include MATLAB, SolidWorks, ProE, and Abaqus. His proficiency with these tools enables him to develop accurate simulations and models that are pivotal in his research and development activities.