Liam Mc Namara
About Liam Mc Namara
Liam McNamara is a Senior Engineering Technician at Form Energy, Inc. in Berkeley, California, with extensive experience in prototype design and fabrication across various industries.
Work at Form Energy
Liam Mc Namara has been employed as a Senior Engineering Technician at Form Energy, Inc. since 2022. He works in Berkeley, California, where he contributes to the company's initiatives in energy technology. His role involves applying his extensive technical skills to support engineering projects and enhance product development.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Liam held various roles in engineering and fabrication. He worked at Makani Power as Prototype Shop Manager from 2008 to 2009 and later as Prototype Design/Build Engineer in 2015. His experience includes positions at Advanced Prototype Engineering as Prototype Designer and at LightSail Energy as Prototype Machinist. Additionally, he served as Engineer/Shop Manager at Kitty Hawk from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Liam Mc Namara has a diverse educational background. He studied at Santa Rosa Junior College, focusing on Photography and General Education. He also attended California College of the Arts, where he studied Sculpture and Machine Art. Furthermore, he completed a program in Machine Tool Technology/Machinist at Chabot College and studied Metalworking at Laney College.
Skills and Interests
Liam possesses a broad skill set that includes prototype design, fabrication machining, welding, and carpentry. He has experience in plumbing, electrical work, and mechanics, which supports his ability to work on multi-disciplinary projects. He has a strong interest in sustainability, particularly in energy, transportation, housing, and art, and enjoys engaging in creative hands-on tasks.
Career Timeline
Liam's career spans several years and includes various roles in engineering and fabrication. He began as a Robot Repair Technician at Kensington Laboratories in 1999. Over the years, he has worked in different capacities, including as a Machinist at Humboldt Instrument Co, Fabrication Shop Facilities Manager at ALL Power Labs, and Machinist Prototype at Meka Robotics. His diverse experiences contribute to his current role at Form Energy.