Natalia Pedroza

Natalia Pedroza has a diverse work experience starting from their role as a Congressional Intern for Congressman Beto O'Rourke in 2017. During this time, they collected and analyzed research data, coordinated with international business leaders, and communicated with constituents and political leaders. In 2017, they also served as an Undergraduate Project Intern at The University of Texas at El Paso, where they contributed to projects under the Dean of Students.

In 2017, Natalia became the Chair of Brakes at the SAE International UTEP Chapter, where they were responsible for leading activities related to brake systems. Natalia also joined the Society of Women Engineers as a Gold status Member, demonstrating their commitment to the field.

Natalia then had the opportunity to work with NASA as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the NASA Center for Space Exploration and Technology Research. In this role, they played a significant role in the development and testing of a liquid oxygen/liquid methane propulsion system, designed a Reaction Control System, and handled cryogenic propellants.

In 2021, Natalia joined Tesla as an Engineering Program Manager - Megapack Intern, where they contributed to the management of projects related to Megapack energy storage systems. Later in the same year, they became a Team Captain for Shell Energy's Shell Eco Marathon.

In 2022, Natalia continued their career at Tesla as an Engineering Program Manager - Supercharging, focusing on the development and management of projects related to Supercharging infrastructure. Natalia then moved on to work at Zipline as an Engineering Program Manager.

Overall, Natalia Pedroza's work experience demonstrates their versatility, with roles in engineering program management, research and development, project coordination, and leadership positions in various organizations.

Natalia Pedroza earned an Honors Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at El Paso. Natalia attended the university from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, they pursued a Bachelor of Engineering - BE in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin from 2018 to 2019.