Gerardas Skeberdis
About Gerardas Skeberdis
Gerardas Skeberdis is a Technical Lead and Senior Autonomous Systems Integration Engineer at Torc Robotics, where he oversees the development of safety-critical roles and streamlines the deployment of autonomous systems. He has a background in engineering with experience at notable companies such as General Motors and MAVERICK Technologies.
Work at Torc Robotics
Gerardas Skeberdis has been employed at Torc Robotics since 2019, holding the position of Technical Lead and Senior Autonomous Systems Integration Engineer. In this role, he leads the development of safety-critical functions within the organization, ensuring the reliability and safety of autonomous systems. He defines the system integration, testing, and software rollout pipeline, which streamlines the deployment of autonomous technologies. His work supports the generation of system requirements and test plans, contributing to the effective development of autonomous systems.
Previous Experience in Autonomous Systems
Before joining Torc Robotics, Gerardas Skeberdis worked at General Motors as a Software Engineer II from 2014 to 2017 and as a Senior Autonomous Systems Integration Engineer from 2017 to 2019. His experience at General Motors involved critical roles in the development and integration of autonomous systems. Additionally, he completed a co-op at MAVERICK Technologies in 2012 and served as a Hardware Development Intern at WMS Gaming in 2013, both of which contributed to his expertise in engineering and system integration.
Education and Expertise
Gerardas Skeberdis earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Mechatronics from Oakland University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in autonomous systems and engineering.
Mentorship and Team Leadership
In his current role at Torc Robotics, Gerardas Skeberdis mentors and manages a team of engineers and technicians. He fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging the development of new ideas and solutions within the field of autonomous systems. His leadership contributes to the growth and effectiveness of his team, enhancing the overall productivity of the organization.
Involvement with IEEE
Gerardas Skeberdis served as the Webmaster for the IEEE chapter at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 2010 to 2011. This role involved managing the chapter's online presence and supporting its activities, which reflects his early engagement with professional organizations in the engineering field.