Nicholas Hobbs P E

Nicholas Hobbs, P.E. is a mechanical engineer with a diverse range of experience. Nicholas started their career at International Aquatic Design, Inc. in 2005, where they supervised filtration and piping design for waterparks, including well-known locations such as DisneyWorld and Busch Gardens. During their time there, they also conducted calculations related to head-loss, evaporation, heat transfer, and structural design. Hobbs then moved on to GE Oil & Gas in 2011, where they served as the Lead Mechanical Engineer, overseeing designs from junior engineers and leading the full product development cycle. Nicholas managed a team of three engineers and received multiple patents for their work on complex machine design and acoustics. In 2016, they were promoted to the role of Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader, responsible for introducing new technology in topside multiphase flowmeters. Hobbs joined Altaeros in 2017 as the Senior Mechanical Engineer, leading the mechanical design of the ground station for the SuperTower product, which uses tethered balloons to provide broadband wireless coverage. Nicholas'swork at Altaeros aims to revolutionize broadband coverage by achieving the same level of coverage as 30 conventional towers with just one SuperTower. Throughout their career, Hobbs has consistently demonstrated leadership skills and a strong aptitude for mechanical design and engineering.

Nicholas Hobbs, P.E. obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology from 2000 to 2004. Subsequently, they pursued a Masters in Science degree in Engineer Management from Tufts University, studying from 2016 to 2018. In addition, they obtained a Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification from the New York State Education Department in July 2011.