Derek Hoyt

Derek Hoyt has a diverse work experience in the engineering field. Derek is currently working as the Engineering Team Lead at MAAS Energy Works Inc, where they are responsible for leading technical review, drafting, and design standards for dairy digester projects. Derek also supports R&D work and equipment procurement process.

Prior to this, Derek worked as a Mechanical/Process Engineer at MAAS Energy Works Inc, focusing on project management and process engineering.

Before joining MAAS Energy Works Inc, Derek worked as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Aerojet Rocketdyne, where they gained expertise in manufacturing processes.

Derek also has experience working at SpaceX as a Manufacturing Process Engineer and Build Reliability Intern, where they developed skills in manufacturing process optimization and build reliability.

Derek has also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at LeTourneau University and as a Student Worker at LeTourneau University, gaining research and practical experience in engineering.

Furthermore, they have worked as a Visiting Faculty Program Intern at Ames National Lab and as an Engineering Co-op at Rockwell Collins, where they gained additional industry exposure and practical skills.

Overall, Derek Hoyt's work experience showcases a strong background in engineering, project management, and process optimization.

Derek Hoyt holds a Master's of Science in Engineering degree in Materials Joining Engineering from LeTourneau University, which they obtained between 2013 and 2015. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering at the same university from 2009 to 2014. In addition to their formal education, they have obtained certifications such as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) from the American Welding Society in January 2020, and a 10 Hour Safety certification from OSHA in August 2017.