Alexander Petersen
About Alexander Petersen
Alexander Petersen is a Design and Development Computer Engineer at Lutron Electronics in Boston, Massachusetts, with a background in electrical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Title at Lutron Electronics
Alexander Petersen currently holds the title of Design and Development Computer Engineer at Lutron Electronics. His role involves both the design and development facets of computer engineering. He works on smart home technology and projects that contribute to modernizing home lighting systems.
Professional Experience at Lutron Electronics
Alexander Petersen has an extensive career at Lutron Electronics. He started as a Computer Engineer in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania from 2017 to 2018. He then served as a Senior Computer Engineer in Allentown, Pennsylvania from 2018 to 2020. Since 2020, he has been working as a Design and Development Computer Engineer in Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on smart home technology and smart lighting control devices.
Education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Alexander Petersen earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, studying from 2013 to 2017. This foundational education played a crucial role in his career, equipping him with the necessary skills and knowledge for his roles in computer engineering.
Early Career Roles in Residence Life and STEM Camps
Before his tenure at Lutron Electronics, Alexander Petersen worked in various roles that showcased his leadership skills. He was a Resident Assistant at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Residence Life from 2016 to 2017 and a Resident Director at DOSO Summer STEM Camps in Troy, NY from 2015 to 2016.
Leadership in RPI Wrestling Club
Alexander Petersen has a notable background in managing student organizations. He served as President, Treasurer, and Athlete at the RPI Wrestling Club from 2013 to 2017. This experience honed his leadership and management skills, which have been valuable in his engineering career.