Anna Lai
About Anna Lai
Anna Lai is a Mechanical Engineer with a background in battery engineering and mechanical design. She has worked at notable companies including Natron Energy and SPAN, and holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University.
Work at SPAN
Anna Lai has been employed at SPAN as a Mechanical Engineer since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the development and improvement of energy management systems. Her work focuses on integrating advanced mechanical engineering principles to enhance product functionality and efficiency. SPAN is known for its innovative solutions in energy technology, and Lai's expertise supports the company's mission to optimize energy use in residential settings.
Previous Experience at Natron Energy
Before joining SPAN, Anna Lai worked at Natron Energy for three years as a Mechanical Design Engineer from 2019 to 2022. Her responsibilities included designing and testing battery systems, contributing to the advancement of energy storage technologies. Earlier, she served as a Battery Engineering Intern at Natron Energy from 2018 to 2019, where she gained practical experience in battery technology and engineering processes.
Internships at Chevron and Schlumberger
Anna Lai completed internships at Chevron and Schlumberger in 2019 and 2017, respectively. At Chevron, she worked as an Upstream Capability Intern for three months in Houston, Texas, where she gained insights into the oil and gas industry. Her internship at Schlumberger as a New Product Development Intern lasted three months in Rosharon, Texas, focusing on the development of new technologies in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Anna Lai earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, completing her degree from 2014 to 2018. She continued her education at Stanford, obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from 2018 to 2019. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Research Experience at Prakash Lab
During her undergraduate studies, Anna Lai worked as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at Prakash Lab from 2015 to 2017. In this role, she engaged in research projects that contributed to her understanding of mechanical engineering applications. This experience allowed her to develop practical skills and gain exposure to research methodologies in a laboratory setting.