Joseph Tucker

Principal Engineer at Exponent

Joseph Tucker has a diverse work experience that spans various roles and industries. Joseph is currently employed as a Senior Managing Engineer at Exponent since April 2020. Prior to this, Joseph worked as a Managing Engineer from April 2018 to April 2020, and as a Senior Engineer from December 2016 to April 2018. Joseph also held the positions of Senior Associate from April 2016 to December 2016 and Associate from March 2015 to April 2016 at Exponent.

Joseph's previous experience includes working as a Research Scientist at UES, Inc from August 2013 to March 2015. Joseph supported onsite government contracts at the Air Force Research Laboratories and developed software for analyzing multi-modal data. Joseph also investigated titanium alloy behavior in aerospace applications.

Joseph worked as a Metallurgical Expert at Robson Forensic, Inc from July 2013 to February 2015. Joseph also served as a Doctoral Researcher at Carnegie Mellon University from August 2009 to February 2013. Joseph'sresearch focused on modeling 3D microstructures in nickel-based superalloys and making processing recommendations to increase fatigue life.

Before that, Joseph was a Visiting Scientist at GE Aviation from May 2012 to August 2012, where they studied sub-grain features in nickel-based superalloys. Joseph also worked as a Visiting Scientist at GE Global Research from May 2011 to August 2011, where they analyzed grain character in nickel-based superalloys.

Joseph's earlier experience includes working as a Researcher at the University of Michigan from January 2007 to May 2009. Joseph performed optical microscopy and analyzed different imaging modalities on ceramic materials for space shuttle nose cones. Joseph also worked as a Research Intern at Bayer MaterialScience from May 2008 to August 2008, where they investigated glass loading levels in polyurethane reinforcement for spa systems. Joseph started their career as a Lab and Field Technician at Professional Service Industries, Inc (PSI) from May 2007 to August 2007, where they conducted testing on concrete and mortar specimens.

Overall, Joseph Tucker has a strong background in engineering and materials science, with a focus on microstructure modeling and analysis in various industries.

Joseph Tucker has an extensive education history in the field of Materials Science and Engineering. Joseph holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree and a Master of Science (M.S.) degree, both from Carnegie Mellon University. Prior to their graduate studies, Joseph obtained a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) degree from the University of Michigan. Joseph completed their secondary education at Upper St. Clair High School, earning a diploma.

In addition to their academic achievements, Joseph has pursued various certifications. Joseph obtained the Professional Engineer (PE) designation from multiple institutions, including the New York State Education Department, the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services, the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Furthermore, they also hold the certification of Mechanical Engineer from the California Department of Consumer Affairs.

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Timeline

  • Principal Engineer

    March 1, 2024 - present

  • Senior Managing Engineer

    April, 2020

  • Managing Engineer

    April, 2018

  • Senior Engineer

    December, 2016

  • Senior Associate

    April, 2016

  • Associate

    March, 2015