Jeff Hawks
Jeff Hawks, an Engineering Project Manager with a stellar reputation, has seamlessly integrated innovation and continuous education into his career. Specializing in robotic development, fabrication automation, and biomechanics, his work exemplifies the successful combination of physiology and engineering mechanics.
In his current leadership role, he spearheads breakthrough projects in robotic development and fabrication automation, focusing on innovative product design. His expertise is especially notable in creating robotic arms for welding and material handling and in designing mechatronic devices that elevate the efficiency of fabrication processes. A key achievement in his career is the development of a hip sled prototype for Multiple Sclerosis patients. This project has garnered widespread interest from the medical and research communities. This project underscores his dedication to leveraging engineering to address real-world health challenges.
Hawks's educational background, with a Ph.D. and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, has been fundamental to his impressive career. His academic contributions include a range of journal publications, book chapters, and patents, evidencing his profound impact in the engineering field. His commitment to education extends beyond his learning; at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, he has taught the senior capstone design course and initiated an interdisciplinary biomechanics course, showcasing his dedication to nurturing future engineering talent.
Jeff's involvement in biomechanics and sports sciences, particularly in designing assistive devices for rehabilitation, has led to meaningful collaborations with the Nebraska Biomechanics Core Facility and the Nebraska Athletic Performance Laboratory. In 2013, his organizational skills and expertise were highlighted when he took a vital role in the planning committee for the American Society of Biomechanics conference in Omaha, NE.
In his current leadership role, he spearheads breakthrough projects in robotic development and fabrication automation, focusing on innovative product design. His expertise is especially notable in creating robotic arms for welding and material handling and in designing mechatronic devices that elevate the efficiency of fabrication processes. A key achievement in his career is the development of a hip sled prototype for Multiple Sclerosis patients. This project has garnered widespread interest from the medical and research communities. This project underscores his dedication to leveraging engineering to address real-world health challenges.
Hawks's educational background, with a Ph.D. and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, has been fundamental to his impressive career. His academic contributions include a range of journal publications, book chapters, and patents, evidencing his profound impact in the engineering field. His commitment to education extends beyond his learning; at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, he has taught the senior capstone design course and initiated an interdisciplinary biomechanics course, showcasing his dedication to nurturing future engineering talent.
Jeff's involvement in biomechanics and sports sciences, particularly in designing assistive devices for rehabilitation, has led to meaningful collaborations with the Nebraska Biomechanics Core Facility and the Nebraska Athletic Performance Laboratory. In 2013, his organizational skills and expertise were highlighted when he took a vital role in the planning committee for the American Society of Biomechanics conference in Omaha, NE.