Value Analysis and Value Engineering -Managing cross functional teams in highly regulated medical diagnostics industry-Cost-savings projects to convert machined instrument components to injection molded plastics-High volume manufacturing workcell design and implementation (15M+ units/yr)-High speed automation-Medical consumable capacity improvement/cycle time reduction for cost savingsPlastics Engineering-Injection mold tooling design-Tooling DFM-Supplier selection-Material qualification-Verification and Validation-IQ/OQ/PQ-Plastic part design-Supporting NPD and manufacturing

NEW PRODUCT DESIGN• Conceptualizing and developing innovative new products and modifying existing products• Balancing engineering design, functional requirements and aesthetic appealPROJECT MANAGEMENT• Managing cross-functional teams• Managing projects from scoping phase through product launch• Developing project plans, scopes, and timelinesDISCOVERY• Researching focus areas, markets, applications• Identifying new product opportunities• Analyzing competitor products such as features, benefits, performance, and pricingDOCUMENTATION• Identifying/developing internal and external criteria for a design/product• Producing detailed drawings, 3D models, specifications, installation instructions, assembly prints, manuals, and test reports

Designed fixtures and tooling for the Semiconductor Business Unit. Modified research stations and redesigned production fixtures to improve functionality. Coordinated with researchers and other designers to develop design requirements and specifications. CAD work was completed in ProEngineer, with final fabrication contracted to local machine shops.

Managed inventory for research labImplemented new chemical inventory system and waste chemical management systemCoordinated with Environmental Health & Safety