Joshua Kaufmann
About Joshua Kaufmann
Joshua Kaufmann is an Opto-Mechanical Engineer currently employed at Fresh Consulting in Redmond, Washington. He has a background in mechanical engineering with experience at various organizations, including Bosch USA and ASML, and has conducted research on bistable origami structures during his Master's studies at Clemson University.
Current Role at Fresh Consulting
Joshua Kaufmann serves as an Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Fresh Consulting in Redmond, Washington. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the design and development of optomechanical parts and assemblies. His role involves applying his mechanical engineering expertise to create innovative solutions in the field.
Previous Experience at Bosch USA
Prior to his current role, Joshua worked at Bosch USA as a Mechanical Engineering Co-op from 2015 to 2017. During this two-year period, he gained practical experience in mechanical engineering, which laid the foundation for his future roles in the industry.
Education and Research at Clemson University
Joshua Kaufmann studied Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University, where he earned his Master's degree from 2018 to 2020. His academic research focused on bistable origami structures, and he worked on projects involving the mechanics of these structures. He also held various positions at Clemson, including Graduate Research Assistant and Graduate Grading Assistant.
Professional Background in Engineering
Joshua has a diverse professional background in engineering. He worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer at ASML from 2021 to 2022 and held internships at SPAWAR and Apex Tool Group, LLC. His experience spans multiple roles, enhancing his skills in mechanical design and engineering.
Tutoring and Academic Support Experience
In addition to his engineering roles, Joshua served as an Athletic Academic Services Tutor at Clemson University in 2019. This position allowed him to support student-athletes in their academic pursuits while also gaining experience as a Graduate Assistant.