Evan Smith
About Evan Smith
Evan Smith is an Engineering Manager I at Torc Robotics, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering roles, including positions at Kollmorgen and Virginia Tech, and holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech.
Current Role at Torc Robotics
Evan Smith serves as Engineering Manager I at Torc Robotics, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and manages teams to ensure effective systems integration. His experience in the field contributes to the development of autonomous vehicle technologies. He is based in Blacksburg, Virginia, where Torc Robotics is located.
Previous Experience at Torc Robotics
Prior to his current role, Evan Smith worked at Torc Robotics as a Systems Integration Engineer. He held this position from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on integrating various systems within autonomous vehicles. He also served as Systems Integration Engineer II for a brief period in 2021, further enhancing his expertise in systems engineering.
Career at Kollmorgen
Evan Smith was employed at Kollmorgen from 2016 to 2020 as a Test and Automation Engineer. His responsibilities included developing and executing test plans for automation systems. He also completed a two-year internship at Kollmorgen as a Test and Research Intern from 2014 to 2016, gaining valuable experience in testing methodologies and engineering practices.
Educational Background
Evan Smith holds a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Engineering from Virginia Western Community College, studying there from 2010 to 2012.
Early Career and Internships
Evan Smith began his career in engineering with various roles that provided foundational experience. He worked as an Admissions Manager at Virginia Western Community College for nine months in 2011-2012. He also served as an Engineering Intern at Western Virginia Water Authority for three months in 2012. His early involvement in research included a position as an Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Researcher at Virginia Tech in 2013.