Fausto Tapia Benavides
About Fausto Tapia Benavides
Fausto Tapia Benavides is a Computer Vision Engineer currently employed at Hexagon AB in Zurich, Switzerland, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in mechatronic engineering and has held various engineering roles in academia and industry across Australia and Switzerland.
Work at Hexagon AB
Fausto Tapia Benavides has been employed as a Computer Vision Engineer at Hexagon AB since 2022. He works in Zurich, Switzerland, contributing to projects that leverage computer vision technology. His role involves applying advanced techniques and methodologies to enhance the company's offerings in automation and digital solutions.
Education and Expertise
Fausto Tapia Benavides holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Computer Vision and Robotics from ETH Zürich, which he completed from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronic Engineering from The University of Queensland, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and computer vision applications.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Fausto worked in various roles related to computer vision and engineering. He served as a Computer Vision Engineer at Fotokite from 2021 to 2022 and at Mantis Technologies from 2020 to 2021. He also held positions at The University of Queensland, including Instrumentation Technical Officer and multiple teaching assistant roles, gaining valuable experience in both practical and academic settings.
Teaching and Research Roles
Fausto Tapia Benavides has held several teaching and research positions at The University of Queensland. He worked as a Winter Research Scholar in 2016 and 2017, and as a teaching assistant for various engineering courses from 2016 to 2018. These roles involved supporting students in their learning and contributing to academic research, enhancing his expertise in engineering education.
Internship Experience
Fausto completed an internship at Hatch as a Control, Automation, and Electrical Intern from 2016 to 2017. This internship provided him with practical experience in the engineering field, allowing him to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting and develop skills relevant to control and automation systems.