Matthew Mills
About Matthew Mills
Matthew Mills is a Structural Analyst currently employed at Varcon Inc. in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he performs mechanical design and stress analysis. He has a diverse background in engineering, having worked in various roles including teaching assistant, researcher, and on-ice official for Hockey Canada.
Work at Varcon
Matthew Mills has been employed at Varcon Inc. as a Structural Analyst since 2019. In this role, he completes performance analyses for Tuned Liquid Dampers and performs mechanical design for custom machinery. He conducts stress analysis on communication tower connections and oversees subcontractor work. Mills also communicates with vendors and sources components, ensuring the smooth execution of projects.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Mills holds a Master of Science degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace from Carleton University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for structural analysis and mechanical design.
Background
Matthew Mills has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as a Teaching Assistant and Graduate Researcher at the University of California, Davis, from 2016 to 2018. He also worked as a Visiting Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories in 2018 and held positions at General Motors, Virgin Hyperloop, and SPP Canada Aircraft, Inc.
Research and Publications
Mills has contributed to research in the field of engineering, including a study on the fatigue behavior of Fe-Co-2V (Hiperco) at Sandia National Laboratories. He published a full research article in the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering in 2019. His research interests also include the effects of space flight on the human spine, which he explored during his master's program.
Experience as On-Ice Official
Since 2006, Matthew Mills has been involved with Hockey Canada as an On-Ice Official, accumulating 18 years of experience in this role. His long-standing commitment to officiating in hockey demonstrates his dedication to the sport and his ability to manage high-pressure situations on the ice.