Curtis Stimpson, PhD, is a Principal Heat Transfer Engineer at Solar Turbines since May 2023, previously serving as a Senior Advanced Heat Transfer Engineer at Honeywell from October 2017 to May 2023, where responsibilities included performing thermal analyses for additive manufacturing and advanced technology programs. Education includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University (2012-2017), a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University (2010-2012), and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University (2003-2010). Additional experience spans roles such as Graduate Research Assistant at Penn State University, Turbine Durability Engineer at Pratt & Whitney, and Mechanical Engineer at Ensign Power Systems, among others, showcasing expertise in heat transfer and software engineering within the mechanical engineering field.