Terek Zimmerman

Terek Zimmerman is an experienced engineer currently serving as an Equipment Engineer at Photronics since January 2023. Prior to this role, Terek worked at Northrop Grumman as an Engineer Quality and Associate Engineer Quality, where responsibilities included writing AS9102 FAI plans and assisting with program audits. At ODIN Works, Terek functioned as a Mechanical Engineer, focusing on product design and prototype testing using SolidWorks. As a Research Assistant at the Smart Materials and Systems Laboratory, Terek led an additive manufacturing team and contributed to journal publications. Early experience includes working as a Laboratory Assistant at Idaho Microfabrication Laboratory, where Terek maintained complex systems and conducted process qualification studies. Additionally, Terek served as a Peer Educator and Learning Assistant at Boise State College of Engineering and Boise State University, respectively, utilizing Socratic teaching methods to enhance student learning. Terek holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Boise State University, completed in 2020.