Brendan Thio

About Brendan Thio

Hi! I’m Brendan, a mechanical engineer with experience in the gas turbine, semiconductor handler, and wireless testing industries. I graduated from SDSU in the winter of ‘22 and as of the summer of ‘23 I have been working at Solar Turbines.Asides from work I enjoy spending time with friends, playing volleyball, as well as being outdoors in nature. I hope to make an impact in the industry that I am a part of and continue to grow my skills and character not only as a professional but as an individual in my community.

Experience

1. Mechanical Engineer

   Solar Turbines

   Jun 2023 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Tests manufactured products on various test benches to ensure all components are to spec- Models and defines parts using GD & T standards and creates technical 2D and 3D drawings- Coordinates with customers to test engines and to ensure performance in all areas are to specification- Performs part/assembly analysis at various engine conditions to ensure the design will meet standards- Designs new components to help with upcoming tests and coordinates with manufacturing and other cross functional groups to validate producibility and performance - Compiles and post processes test data with data visualization tools in order to make optimal choices for component efficiency- Uses Creo to analyze components and calculates flow and geometry to aid in optimization of the fuel package

Education

• San Diego State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering

  2018

• Northgate High School

  High School Diploma

  2014 — 2018