R. Drew Giacalone
About R. Drew Giacalone
R. Drew Giacalone is a Systems Integration Engineer at Torc Robotics, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and previously completed co-op positions at Torc Robotics and Volvo Group.
Current Role at Torc Robotics
R. Drew Giacalone currently serves as a Systems Integration Engineer at Torc Robotics. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and integration of robotic systems. His work is based in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford area, where he applies his engineering skills to enhance the functionality and efficiency of robotic technologies.
Previous Experience at Torc Robotics
Prior to his current role, R. Drew Giacalone worked at Torc Robotics as a Robotics Engineer Co-Op in 2018. During this four-month co-op, he gained practical experience in robotics engineering while working in Blacksburg, Virginia. This role allowed him to develop foundational skills in robotics and systems integration.
Experience at Volvo Group
R. Drew Giacalone also completed a co-op at Volvo Group in 2018, where he worked as a Paint Project Time Study/Simulation/CAD Co-Op for three months in Dublin, Virginia. This experience provided him with insights into project management and simulation processes within the automotive industry.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
R. Drew Giacalone earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. His studies spanned from 2016 to 2020, equipping him with essential knowledge and skills in mechanical design, systems analysis, and engineering principles.
High School Academic Achievement
R. Drew Giacalone attended Albemarle High School, where he achieved a GPA of 4.758 out of 4.0. His academic performance during high school laid a strong foundation for his future studies in engineering.