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Vermont, United States

Essex Junction, Vermont

Billerica, Massachusetts

Worked on cross-functional teams developing medical device products from concept phase through development, launch, support and redesign. Analyzed and supported existing products on the market. Produced engineering design documentation and reports. Performed engineering measurements and analysis, and laboratory notebook studies. Created and managed engineering and document change orders. Identified and collaborated with external facilities and equipment for testing. Wrote and oversaw test plans, procedures, and protocols for external and internal test labs. Managed data acquisition and reviewed results and for verification to standards and specifications. • Reviewed and approved vendor designs, proposals, and Statements of Work providing engineering feedback including engineering theory, and design for manufacturing. • Wrote and conducted user studies with prototypes across the country and in England with a focus on human factors, user experience, and customer requirements. • Coordinated and supplemented activities and designs with outside suppliers to ensure the delivery of components or services needed to meet timelines and design requirements. • Created and presented technical and overview presentations for meetings with executive leadership.

Daytona Beach, Florida

Lead project engineer for development of an industry leading prototype subsea electro-mechanical connector system, coordinating work of technicians and other engineers to meet project deadlines and deliverables. Wrote and approved project technical specifications based on customer requirements and industry standards. Designed and tested components and assemblies to verify compliance to specifications. Authored and managed test plans, protocols, and procedures for internal and external testing including pressure, temperature, vibration, material compatibility, and electrical performance and compatibility. Managed data collection and analyzed results, writing and reviewing test reports. Designed for manufacturing while meeting API, IEEE, and ASME mechanical and electrical standards for design and testing. Reviewed and approved assembly procedures. Supported transition of assembly, process, and testing to manufacturing.• Assisted other projects with designs, testing, technical documents, and critical design reviews.• Led and collaborated on failure analysis efforts, finding root cause and creating corrective actions.• Prepared and presented technical and project overview information for internal executive leadership and external customer audiences. Hosted and executed onsite customer demonstrations.• Invented concepts and designs for new products, and submitted idea disclosures for patent.

Jacksonville, Florida

Led development and redesign of The ROOK, a ballistic armored critical incident SWAT vehicle. Greatly improved safety for operator in cockpit, and officers on armored deployment platform. Reduced manufacturing time and cost for fabrication and assembly of every component. Significantly decreased cost of engagement damage repair and transportation for customer. Oversaw manufacturing and assembly of first new redesigned unit.Designed custom enclosures, support systems, and fuel tanks for generators. Created manufacturing 2D drawings and layouts, and 3D models. Created analysis and reports for fuel, sound, and airflow systems per generator and customer requirements. Produced Bills of Materials (BOMs) for purchasing and production.

Essex Junction, Vt

Designed and specified mechanical seals for customers’ rotating equipment. Lead engineer for the aftermarket line, driving product development and redesigns. Lead engineer on business development team. Visited existing and prospective customers to provide solutions and promote business. Conceptual designs and engineering insight for quotes and proposals. Designed components and assemblies as 3D models and manufacturing drawings. Reverse engineered components and assemblies for repair and replacement. Senior Internship: Created 3D models and manufacturing drawings. Wrote quotes, technical brochures, and marketing materials for Sales.

Burlington, Vermont Area

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mechanical Engineering

Minor, Mathematics