John Blankenhorn
About John Blankenhorn
John Blankenhorn is an Autonomy Software Engineer III and Product Owner at Torc Robotics, specializing in behaviors, planning, and controls. He has a strong educational background in Robotics Engineering and Mechatronics, with experience in various engineering roles at Torc Robotics and Autocam Medical.
Work at Torc Robotics
John Blankenhorn has been employed at Torc Robotics since 2021, currently holding the position of Autonomy Software Engineer III/Product Owner in the Behaviors, Planning, and Controls department. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of software solutions that enhance the autonomy of robotic systems. Prior to his current position, he served as a Software Engineer at Torc Robotics from 2020 to 2021 and completed two Software Engineer Co-Op positions from 2018 to 2020. His extensive experience at Torc Robotics highlights his commitment to advancing robotics technology.
Education and Expertise
John Blankenhorn has a strong educational background in engineering and mathematics. He earned a Master of Science in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, studying from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering at Middle Tennessee State University from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he achieved a Minor in Mathematics during his studies at MTSU. This educational foundation supports his expertise in autonomy software engineering and robotics.
Background
John Blankenhorn began his professional journey as an Engineering Intern at Autocam Medical in 2017, where he worked for three months in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. His early experience in the engineering field laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles at Torc Robotics. Over the years, he has progressed through various positions, gaining practical knowledge and skills in software engineering and robotics.
Career Progression at Torc Robotics
John Blankenhorn's career at Torc Robotics reflects a steady progression through various engineering roles. He started as a Software Engineer Co-Op in 2018, followed by another Co-Op position from 2019 to 2020. He then transitioned to a Software Engineer role from 2020 to 2021 before advancing to his current position as Autonomy Software Engineer III/Product Owner in 2021. This trajectory demonstrates his growth and increasing responsibilities within the organization.