Chris Kreienkamp
About Chris Kreienkamp
Chris Kreienkamp is a Sensor Application Engineer at TuSimple with a background in vehicle dynamics and automotive design. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and has experience in various engineering roles, including research and teaching assistance.
Work at TuSimple
Chris Kreienkamp has been employed at TuSimple since 2021, serving as a Sensor Application Engineer. He is based in Tucson, Arizona, where he applies his expertise in vehicle dynamics and automotive design. His role involves utilizing advanced electrical analysis equipment and software tools to enhance sensor applications within the company.
Education and Expertise
Chris Kreienkamp earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in vehicle dynamics and automotive design. He also possesses proficiency in CAD software, including Creo Parametric and Solidworks, and has experience with microcontrollers and various engineering software tools.
Background
Before joining TuSimple, Chris Kreienkamp worked as an Audio Technology Teaching Assistant at the University of Notre Dame from 2020 to 2021. He also served as a Longitudinal Control Research Assistant at the University of Arizona for two months in 2019. His early experience includes working as an Apprentice Automotive Technician at Mungenast Automotive Family in 2018.
Research and Publications
Chris Kreienkamp co-authored a paper titled 'Safety and stability analysis of FollowerStopper' in collaboration with the University of Arizona. This research focuses on a velocity controller, contributing to the field of automotive safety and control systems.
Skills and Proficiencies
Chris Kreienkamp is skilled in using a variety of electrical analysis equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators. He is proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, ROS, OpenCV, Gazebo, and LTSpice, which are essential for engineering projects. Additionally, he has intermediate proficiency in Italian and is comfortable working in dynamic and collaborative environments.