Joshua Sole

Joshua Sole is a Teaching Professor and Director of the Mechanical Engineering Capstone Senior Design Program at Virginia Tech's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech (2008, 2005, 2003).

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, 2008
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, 2005
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Magna Cum Laude), Virginia Tech, 2003
• Professional History:
• Virginia Tech: Professor of Practice & Senior Design Director (2023–present)
• Prime Photonics: Co-CEO/Technical Director (2022–2023), Technical Director (2020–2022), Research & Engineering Director (2018–2020)
• Mainstream Engineering: Thermal Control Group Leader (2012–2018), Senior Engineer (2010–2012), Engineer (2008–2010)
• Certifications: Professional Engineer (Virginia, 2019; Florida, 2011)

His work focuses on mechanical systems design, thermal engineering, and photonics applications. As Capstone Director, he oversees student-led engineering projects bridging academia and industry. Previous roles emphasize applied research in thermal control technologies and photonics systems.