Alex Zelhofer, Ph.D., P.E.
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Vito Gervasi 🦕
I had the true pleasure of working with Alex during his time as an undergraduate at MSOE. Alex was a rare student in many ways. Respectful. Intelligent. Creative. Resourceful. Analytical. Leader. Detail oriented. He exceeded my expectations in every possible way...adding value to every project he touched. At the end of his time at MSOE he had a few months free and designed a semi-automatic casting system that is quite amazing. I highly recommend Alex.
LinkedIn User
Alex is truly an exceptional engineer with extreme diligence and unparalleled attention to detail. While working with Alex, he was tasked with designing a lightweight, aerodynamic, yet manufacturable composite body for the 2010 SuperMileage vehicle. Hundreds of hours were devoted to learning software and design techniques which had not yet been taught to him. He worked with various academic members and industry professionals to ensure his designs were refined yet within reason of budget, manufacturing capabilities, and time schedule. I would highly recommend Alex to any organization interested in his skill set as he continues to broaden his perspectives and experiences.
Vito Gervasi 🦕
I had the true pleasure of working with Alex during his time as an undergraduate at MSOE. Alex was a rare student in many ways. Respectful. Intelligent. Creative. Resourceful. Analytical. Leader. Detail oriented. He exceeded my expectations in every possible way...adding value to every project he touched. At the end of his time at MSOE he had a few months free and designed a semi-automatic casting system that is quite amazing. I highly recommend Alex.
LinkedIn User
Alex is truly an exceptional engineer with extreme diligence and unparalleled attention to detail. While working with Alex, he was tasked with designing a lightweight, aerodynamic, yet manufacturable composite body for the 2010 SuperMileage vehicle. Hundreds of hours were devoted to learning software and design techniques which had not yet been taught to him. He worked with various academic members and industry professionals to ensure his designs were refined yet within reason of budget, manufacturing capabilities, and time schedule. I would highly recommend Alex to any organization interested in his skill set as he continues to broaden his perspectives and experiences.
Vito Gervasi 🦕
I had the true pleasure of working with Alex during his time as an undergraduate at MSOE. Alex was a rare student in many ways. Respectful. Intelligent. Creative. Resourceful. Analytical. Leader. Detail oriented. He exceeded my expectations in every possible way...adding value to every project he touched. At the end of his time at MSOE he had a few months free and designed a semi-automatic casting system that is quite amazing. I highly recommend Alex.
LinkedIn User
Alex is truly an exceptional engineer with extreme diligence and unparalleled attention to detail. While working with Alex, he was tasked with designing a lightweight, aerodynamic, yet manufacturable composite body for the 2010 SuperMileage vehicle. Hundreds of hours were devoted to learning software and design techniques which had not yet been taught to him. He worked with various academic members and industry professionals to ensure his designs were refined yet within reason of budget, manufacturing capabilities, and time schedule. I would highly recommend Alex to any organization interested in his skill set as he continues to broaden his perspectives and experiences.
Vito Gervasi 🦕
I had the true pleasure of working with Alex during his time as an undergraduate at MSOE. Alex was a rare student in many ways. Respectful. Intelligent. Creative. Resourceful. Analytical. Leader. Detail oriented. He exceeded my expectations in every possible way...adding value to every project he touched. At the end of his time at MSOE he had a few months free and designed a semi-automatic casting system that is quite amazing. I highly recommend Alex.
LinkedIn User
Alex is truly an exceptional engineer with extreme diligence and unparalleled attention to detail. While working with Alex, he was tasked with designing a lightweight, aerodynamic, yet manufacturable composite body for the 2010 SuperMileage vehicle. Hundreds of hours were devoted to learning software and design techniques which had not yet been taught to him. He worked with various academic members and industry professionals to ensure his designs were refined yet within reason of budget, manufacturing capabilities, and time schedule. I would highly recommend Alex to any organization interested in his skill set as he continues to broaden his perspectives and experiences.
Credentials
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California - Professional Engineer (PE)
Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and GeologistsMar, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations Worker (HAZWOPER)
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IFPS Certified Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist
International Fluid Power SocietyMar, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Exponent
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Managing Engineer
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Mar 2020 - Present
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Senior Engineer
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Mar 2019 - Mar 2020
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Senior Associate
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Mar 2018 - Mar 2019
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Associate
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Jan 2017 - Mar 2018
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Loyola Marymount University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Lecturer - Machine Design
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Jan 2019 - May 2019
Taught a course in machine design using in-class demonstrations and a final design project to engage the class and solidify concepts. Taught a course in machine design using in-class demonstrations and a final design project to engage the class and solidify concepts.
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Caltech
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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PhD Candidate / Graduate Researcher
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Oct 2012 - Jun 2017
- Collaborate with experimental and theoretical research groups in pursuit of developing interdisciplinary fundamental solutions. - Mentorship of visiting international researchers - Develop C++ finite element programs to characterize periodic meta-material wave propagation - Utilize ABAQUS (FEA) and custom Python scripts to analyze static and dynamic properties of meta-materials - Train fellow graduate researchers in methods of analysis and high performance computing (HPC)… Show more - Collaborate with experimental and theoretical research groups in pursuit of developing interdisciplinary fundamental solutions. - Mentorship of visiting international researchers - Develop C++ finite element programs to characterize periodic meta-material wave propagation - Utilize ABAQUS (FEA) and custom Python scripts to analyze static and dynamic properties of meta-materials - Train fellow graduate researchers in methods of analysis and high performance computing (HPC) topics. Show less - Collaborate with experimental and theoretical research groups in pursuit of developing interdisciplinary fundamental solutions. - Mentorship of visiting international researchers - Develop C++ finite element programs to characterize periodic meta-material wave propagation - Utilize ABAQUS (FEA) and custom Python scripts to analyze static and dynamic properties of meta-materials - Train fellow graduate researchers in methods of analysis and high performance computing (HPC)… Show more - Collaborate with experimental and theoretical research groups in pursuit of developing interdisciplinary fundamental solutions. - Mentorship of visiting international researchers - Develop C++ finite element programs to characterize periodic meta-material wave propagation - Utilize ABAQUS (FEA) and custom Python scripts to analyze static and dynamic properties of meta-materials - Train fellow graduate researchers in methods of analysis and high performance computing (HPC) topics. Show less
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Milwaukee School of Engineering
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Undergradute Research Assistant
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Sep 2011 - Oct 2012
- Utilize CFD, FEA, and hydrocode methods to predict fluid, mechanical, and thermal system interaction dynamics. - Create experiments to validate simulation results - Design processes or products that take advantage of additive manufacturing techniques. - Utilize CFD, FEA, and hydrocode methods to predict fluid, mechanical, and thermal system interaction dynamics. - Create experiments to validate simulation results - Design processes or products that take advantage of additive manufacturing techniques.
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NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Composites Intern
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Jun 2011 - Sep 2011
-Design composites workshop to help educate NASA Dryden employees in composites. -Supplement composite thermal protection systems design and testing -Design composites workshop to help educate NASA Dryden employees in composites. -Supplement composite thermal protection systems design and testing
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Milwaukee School of Engineering
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Chairman of MSOE Chapter of Society of Automotive Engineers
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May 2010 - Jun 2011
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CEO of SAE SuperMileage at MSOE
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Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
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Undergraduate Research Assistant - Rapid Prototyping Research (RPC) Department
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Jun 2009 - Jun 2010
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Winnebago County Parks Department
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Oshkosh, Wisconsin Area
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Laborer
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Jun 2008 - Aug 2008
I worked with others grooming the grounds of the SunnyView Expo Center in between events. I worked with others grooming the grounds of the SunnyView Expo Center in between events.
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Education
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2014 - 2017
Caltech
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Mechanical Engineering -
2012 - 2014
Caltech
Master's Degree, Mechanical Engineering -
2008 - 2012
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering -
2004 - 2008
Oshkosh North High School
High School Diploma
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