Amelia Cosgrove Thomas, P.E.
About Amelia Cosgrove Thomas, P.E.
Amelia Cosgrove Thomas, P.E. is a seasoned engineering professional currently serving as the Director of Hardware Engineering at Span. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in various engineering roles, she has contributed to several companies, including Boosted, Inc. and PopUp Play.
Current Role at SPAN
Amelia Cosgrove Thomas serves as the Director of Hardware Engineering at SPAN. She has held this position since 2021 and has contributed to the company's engineering initiatives for three years. Her role involves overseeing hardware development and ensuring that engineering projects align with the company's objectives in the energy sector. Additionally, she has been working as the Lead Mechanical Engineer at SPAN since 2020, further solidifying her expertise in mechanical engineering within the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining SPAN, Amelia Cosgrove Thomas gained extensive experience in various engineering roles. She worked as a Senior Mechanical Engineer and Engineering Team Lead at Boosted, Inc. from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she was a Design Engineer at Genie Industries from 2005 to 2009 and held a position as a Design Engineer at Pump Studios from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she co-founded PopUp Play, where she worked from 2014 to 2017. These roles provided her with a diverse skill set in mechanical design and engineering management.
Educational Background
Amelia Cosgrove Thomas completed her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied from 1999 to 2004. Her foundational education in mechanical engineering has equipped her with the technical knowledge necessary for her various roles in the engineering field. Additionally, she attended New Glarus High School, which contributed to her early academic development.
Internship Experience
Amelia Cosgrove Thomas began her professional journey with an internship at OutBack Power Systems from 2004 to 2005. This experience provided her with initial exposure to the engineering industry and helped her develop practical skills that would benefit her in future roles. The internship marked the start of her career in engineering, leading to subsequent positions in various companies.