Carlos Vanegas

Carlos Vanegas is the Founder and CTO of Reshape Automation, based in Austin, Texas.1 He is a technology leader with a strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation.

Professional Background

Carlos has an extensive background in software engineering and robotics:

• Founder & CTO at Reshape Automation: His current role, which he started in August 2023.1
• Co-Founder of a Stealth Startup: Simultaneously working on building the future of manufacturing.1
• Director of Software Engineering at Rapid Robotics, Inc: He held this position from February 2022 to July 2023, where he built and led software engineering teams.1

Education and Research

Carlos has a strong academic background:

• He was a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of California, Berkeley from April 2012 to March 2013.1
• Prior to that, he was a Research Assistant at Purdue University from 2007 to 2012, focusing on urban modeling and visualization.1

Technical Expertise

Carlos has demonstrated expertise in various areas of software development and computer graphics:

• Proficient in C++, C, and Qt
• Experience with OpenGL-based rendering and geospatial data processing
• Developed algorithms for curve and surface reconstruction
• Worked on 3D visualization and urban modeling projects1

Awards and Recognition

Carlos has received several accolades for his work:

• Multiple Autodesk CEO Awards
• Nominee for the Council of Graduate Schools Distinguished Dissertation Award at Purdue University in 20121

His diverse experience in academia, industry, and entrepreneurship has positioned Carlos as a leader in automation and manufacturing technology.