# Zachary Kober > Research and Development Location: Oakland, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/zacharykober Highly analytical, performance driven professional with experience in Research & Development, Engineering, and Design. Enthusiastic learner with a multidisciplinary skillset who excels in a fast-paced environment. Invested in furthering education through work experience, independent projects, and research opportunities. ## Work Experience ### Senior System Engineer @ SirenOpt Jan 2025 – Present | San Leandro, California, United States • Contributed to the architecture, system design and validation of low-temperature plasma-based metrology sensing technology. ### System Engineer @ EUV Tech Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Martinez, California, United States • Led the system design of all alpha products by defining performance requirements, creating, editing, and reviewing technical documentation including electrical schematics, mechanical designs, and software architecture. • Owned the product testing and automation process by developing, performing and coordinating tests to validate software and mechanical system design. • Fostered and implemented new documentation and build order methodologies to support process and engineering improvements across each build-cycle. ### Scientific Engineering Associate @ Berkeley Lab Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Berkeley, California, United States • Collaborated with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, and other technical staff to maintain, develop, and upgrade scientific equipment in a state-of-the-art research environment. • Led the hands-on design, implementation, and testing of scientific and optical equipment, data acquisitions systems, vacuum systems, and computer control system across numerous projects. • Managed engineering projects from conception to completion, producing detailed documentation, work instructions, and commissioning/validation reports. • Performed complex simulation and analysis to validate mechanical design and support ongoing research efforts. ### Manufacturing Engineer @ Elmworks Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Berkeley, California, United States • Led the mechanical design effort for the product tool head, including part fabrication, and specialty procurement tasks with outside vendors. • Conducted materials research and developed diagnostic and tool pathing software to improve high-volume continuous manufacturing efforts. • Created work instruction, build guides, and process development documentation to help support and grow an early-stage startup manufacturing process. • Independently developed a CAD management library to organize, store and categorize all existing company products and components. ### Research Assistant @ Berkeley Lab Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Berkeley, California, United States • Developed Monte-Carlo simulations via MATLAB, TOPAS MC, and SRIM/TRIM to understand the scattering effects of proton and X-rays interactions that occur during dose calibration experiments. • Explored simulation testing parameters to determine the most accurate model for replicating laser plasma accelerated proton and X-ray beam interactions in organic tissue (murine phantom). • Created animations, 3D renderings, and other supporting figures to assist the research team’s scientific communication and publication efforts for the FLASH-RT project. ### Science Undergraduate Laboratory Intern (SULI) @ Berkeley Lab Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Berkeley, California, United States • Participated in the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) Fall at Lawrence Berkeley’s National Laboratory (LBNL). ### Engineering Analyst @ Proterra Inc Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Greater Los Angeles Area • Acted as liaison between manufacturing engineering and production group communicating work instruction updates for standard and nonstandard build and assembly issues. • Managed tool procurement and provided technical engineering support for the production team. • Supported manufacturing efforts through rapid prototyping, design and procurement of custom parts, fixtures, and assembly support structures. ### Executive Assistant @ Roshanian and Associates, Inc. - MEPT Engineers Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Los Angesles o Assist with outreach and development for engineering projects and proposals, preparing/presenting reports as well personal assistance and other day to day office task. o Marketing, Branding, Graphic Design, and Typography; Excellent email and phone correspondence, task prioritization and customer service. o Social Media posts, networking and website maintenance. QuickBooks accounting and Excel database organization/analytics; File organization. ### Product Engineer @ Perfect Pour Technologies Inc. Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Los Angeles, CA • Conducted interviews, developed and maintained engineering partners, and helped with branding efforts for an early-stage start-up tech. company focused on creating sustainable and eco-friendly products. • Generated accurate 3D models, Patent drawings, and engineering documentation to support the development of our flagship product. ### Host @ SUGARFISH by Sushi Nozawa Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Hollywood, CA o Host, Food Runner; High Volume 42 Seat Fine Dining establishment. o Exceptional customer service with a dedication to providing quality food and guest services while consistently maintaining teamwork, professionalism and integrity. o Greeting Guests; Always keeping a positive and welcoming attitude; Remembering frequent guests’ names as well as their food/drink and table preference. ### Front of House Manager @ Mission St. BBQ Jan 2015 – Jan 2018 | Santa Cruz, CA o Front of House Manager; Cashier, Food Preparation; High Volume 70 Seat Smoked BBQ and Craft Beer (27 Taps). o Excellent customer service; Constantly demonstrated a positive and upbeat attitude to ensure guest satisfaction; Team leader. o Designed beer plaque sign art for daily rotation and event art when applicable. o Depth of knowledge and Years of experience with all beer and cider types/styles; beer tap maintenance and replacement. Extensive knowledge of smoking process, meat cuts and preparation. ### Artist/Designer @ Kober Studios Jan 2014 – Jan 2018 | United States o Kober Studios is an independently owned and operated, design studio proud to have years of experience working with and meeting the needs of different clientele on numerous projects. Services include freelance fine art and commissioning with a focus on traditional drawing and painting in addition to digital art and design (CAD). ### Waiter @ Hoffman's Downtown Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Santa Cruz, CA o Waiter, Barista, Host, Bar-back, Food Runner; High Volume 110 Seat Bar and Restaurant. o Fine Dining experience; Upbeat professionalism and customer service; Wine presentation; Food Art; Coffee/latte art and designs; Responsible for dessert presentation and aesthetics. o Ability to remain knowledgeable and provide useful information about all menu and bar items with daily special changes, seasonal items and a full bar. o Ability to respond calmly and make rational decisions in a fast-paced environment. ### Soccer Referee @ Gold Country Youth Soccer League Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 | Grass Valley, CA o Certified Referee, Gold County Youth Soccer Program (Ages 6-14) o Knowledge and expertise with all game dynamics and rules; 10+ Years of experience as a player; 5+ Years of experience in high level completion; (Select Traveling Team, Metro Soccer Traveling Team; NUJSD High School Varsity; Select All Stars team). o Ability to make the correct decision in a high stress, fast paced environment; Ability to respond to confrontational or unhappy players/parents in a professional and respectful manner. ## Education ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Applied Physics University of California, Santa Cruz ### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Art (Drawing & Painting) University of California, Santa Cruz ### Pre-College Program(s) in Drawing & Illustration California College of the Arts ### High School Diploma Nevada Union High School ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/zachkober - Website: https://www.koberstudios.com/ - Website: https://www.instagram.com/_zach.art/ - Website: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=zo7fnP4AAAAJ&hl=en --- Source: https://flows.cv/zacharykober JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/zacharykober/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-08