Mechanical Engineer
Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States
Developed a high volume, cost-saving apheresis disposable kit from conception through clinical trials.▪ Developed novel pressure sensing, interior in-line blood filtering, and hardware-disposable interface technology.▪ Expertly resolved technical challenges related to concept development, materials, design, prototyping, systems integration, verification, validation, manufacturing process development, inspection, sterilization and packaging.▪ Drove design activities- managing model and drawing packages, complex system assembly tolerance stack-up analysis, and leading cross-functional team formal design reviews. Verified analysis with extensive systems-level testing.▪ Independently defined component, subassembly and process acceptance criteria, specifications and V&V test protocols.▪ Developed manufacturing assembly processes- hot plate welding, ultra-sonic welding, and kit assembly line flow.▪ Managed procurement of materials, components, and subassemblies from suppliers –international and domestic.