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North Bend, Wa, Us

North Bend

Developed and executed a multi-year strategic plan to scale the business and transition daily responsibilities from founders to specialized teams.- Transformed the organizational framework, defined roles, and built new teams to boost output.- Led the modernization of internal systems, improving company-wide efficiency.- Streamlined design processes, accelerating product time-to-market.- Implemented quality processes and tools, reducing call rates and warranty claims.

Seattle, Wa

Led the development of multiple Microsoft Xbox consoles from concept to production- Served as a hub, leading trade-off discussions and aligning designs across multiple client teams- Directed and mentored engineers to deliver architectural and detailed designs- Oversaw the concurrent development and release of 75+ parts and assemblies, ensuring high-quality designs, clear documentation, and timely delivery.- Managed the design and builds for development kits with a focus on speed, function, and testability- Implemented efficient workflows and design tools, enabling rapid design iteration- Implemented efficient workflows and design tools, streamlining communication for rapid iterations and prompt client responses in a dynamic environment- Optimized product performance and minimized size by applying expertise in multiple sub-systemsSub-System Expertise:- Efficient architectural layouts- Complex plastic housing design- EMI containment- PCBA and antenna integration- Thermal management- Custom connector and Cables (FFC/FPC)- Light guides- Design for assembly and manufacturing (DFA, DFM)Development Projects Led:-Xbox Series X-Xbox One X-Xbox One S-Xbox 360e-Various other confidential projects

Seattle, Washington, United States

Assembled and led teams at a large product development consulting firm, guiding clients and delivering high-quality, high-impact products that met scope, budget, and schedule goals.Development Projects Led:-Multiple Xbox Projects-Ossia Cota

Bothell, Washington, United States

Led R&D project teams and supported clinical trials for multiple Class I medical devices from concept to launch.-Collaborated with marketing to transform consumer insights into innovative product solutions.-Created tools and managed overseas design resources to meet critical project milestones.-Managed targeted initiatives across multiple products and disciplines to achieve cost savings.Development Projects Led:-PowerUp Toothbrush-FlexCare+ Toothbrush-HealthyWhite Toothbrush-UV SanitizerProject Manager / Mechanical Lead-Product portfolio cost reduction initiatives-Targeted AirFloss optimization efforts-Targeted Flexcare Drive train optimization efforts-Universal Charger Architecture and DesignDesign Engineer-Flexcare Travel Case

Ann Arbor, Mi

Subsystem leader and designer for interior plastic garnish and overhead system parts (5 vehicles, 24 parts)-Design Engineer for for 2007 Toyota Tundra Pillar and Scuff Plate Garnishes (A, B and C Pillars on Regular, Double and CrewMax Cabs)-Design Engineer for 2005 Toyota Avalon Overhead System (Overhead Console, Headliner, Head Impact Countermeasure, Package Tray, Sun Visor, Dome Lamp)-Design Engineer for 2004 Camry Solara Lower Garnishes (Cowl Side, FR and RR Scuff Plates, Carpet)

Ann Arbor, Mi

Co-Op EngineerRotations in Body (Sheet Metal Design), Interior, Reliability, Chassis, Kino (moving parts)

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering, 3.7 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Purdue Waterski Club Theta Chi Fraternity

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