Braden Williams
About Braden Williams
Braden Williams is a Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in the engineering field, currently employed at Joby Aviation since 2018. He holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronic Engineering from CSU Chico, where he studied from 2005 to 2011.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Braden Williams serves as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2018. His work is based in Santa Cruz, California. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of innovative aerospace technologies, contributing to the company's mission of creating sustainable air mobility solutions.
Previous Experience at Tesla Motors
Prior to his current role, Braden Williams worked at Tesla Motors as a Process Sustaining Engineer from 2013 to 2016. During his three years at Tesla, he was involved in optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring product quality, playing a key role in the production of electric vehicles.
Internship Experience
Braden Williams gained early industry experience through several internships. He worked as an Engineering Intern at PCC Structurals, Inc. for two months in 2007, and later at PowerWorks LLC for three months in 2010. Additionally, he had a brief stint as an L4 Maintenance Engineer at Solyndra in 2011 for one month.
Educational Background in Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
Braden Williams earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Chico, where he studied from 2005 to 2011. He also studied Mechatronic Engineering at the same institution, achieving another Bachelor of Science degree during the same period. This dual focus provided him with a strong foundation in both mechanical and electronic systems.