● Operated as lead engineer for all pedicle screw and cervical screw systems● Designed custom instrumentation to meet surgeon requests● Worked with overseas vendors to accelerate prototype to production process● Performed FEA analysis on implants and instruments for design optimization and failure prediction● Attended surgeries to collect feedback, evaluate product usage, and provide diagnostic input● Produced surgical technique animations to use as training material for end users● Partook in cadaver labs to provide training and collect feedback on product development concepts● Successfully launched 6.0 rod pedicle screw system● Tested, submitted and received 510(k) approval for modular pedicle screw system● Conducted mechanical testing on Instron and Admet testing machines● Designed universal fixturing for investigational and FDA submission testing● Developed and coordinated pilot launch of novel MIS system● Participated in patent review during acquisition of another company● Developed second generation modular pedicle screw system● Created guidance documents for tolerance analysis and solid model creation to reduce production issues● Redesigned all pedicle screw instrumentation for compatibility with StealthStation Navigation System● Proposed and coordinated company adoption of MS Teams and Hive Project Management software

● Served as lead engineer for four deformity product lines● Launched sublaminar band system into US and international market● Designed new reduction and derotation instrumentation for use with multiple pedicle screw systems● Performed static and dynamic FDA testing for new implants in accordance with ASTM standards● Conducted design team labs with surgeons to evaluate instrument and implant designs● Attended surgeries to ensure proper use of instrumentation and diagnose procedural issues● Redesigned existing instrumentation to allow for cost effective reworks● Collaborated with research team to publish white paper on the benefits of sublaminar bands● Led multiple surgeon trainings and cadaver labs on deformity product lines● Evaluated explants and instruments for mechanism of failure● Headed team effort to implement Unique Device Identification System● Maintained Device History Files with latest risk analysis and line extension documentation● Revised product overviews and technique guides for multiple product lines● Trained sales force and inspection team on various deformity products

● Designed prototype reamer tool for use in spinal fusion surgery, combining the functions of two current instruments● Created CAD drawings for the addition of new implants and instruments to pedicle screw product line ● Conducted dynamic and static mechanical testing in accordance with ASTM F1717 to evaluate an experimental material● Participated in product evaluation cadaver lab with surgical and product development teams● Evaluated faulty tools and implants to identify failure points● Drafted engineering rationales for use in FDA compliance reports regarding product line changes● Managed validation documentation processing with QA and vendors, allowing for successful and timely product launch

● Conducted extensive literature research into finite element modeling of idiopathic scoliotic spine● Created 3-D FEM models of the thoracic spine for analysis of load distribution● Modified 3-D models generated from patient scans to accurately represent facet joints

● Worked with chief technology officer to design insulated-gate bipolar transistor● Maintained and optimized website, company spec sheets and data sheets with technical data and circuitry diagrams● Reviewed schematics to ensure consistency with bill of materials● Designed CAD drawings for use in company presentations● Designed software to allow for automated component testing● Reviewed company expenses and reconciled bank records● Worked with private and state grant organizations to obtain funding and reimbursements

● Created and maintained multiple databases and ensured timely and accurate collection of patient data● Analyzed patient medical data to identify safety risks and propose areas of improvement● Observed patient therapy to familiarize locomotor therapy and other mechanical assistance devices

● Integrated fNIRS and TDCS stimulation technologies to allow for constant data acquisition during brain stimulation● Researched various materials for different hardness and other physical properties● Wired, soddered, and insulated fNIR probes integrated into TDCS electrode● Tested in various situations with various materials to ensure safety and full functionality of device

● Processed purchases of up to $10,000 per day● Reorganized discarded merchandise● Resolved customer questions and concerns

● Located and transported patients to therapy● Assisted in various types of therapy such as assisted walking, and group stretching

● Administered activities for the residents such as horse racing, bingo, and card playing● Transported residents to and from activities

● Processed confidential radiology reports and X-rays