Eric Morris Email & Phone Number

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Knoxville, Tennessee Area

CAD Software used: SolidWorks, MeshmixerDevelop 3D printed patient specific surgical guides used in joint surgery. Write protocols for and participate in cadaver labs. -Introduced use of SOLIDWORKS configurations which streamlined iteration process and allowed for easier modeling of multiple instrument versions for multiple cadaver specimens.-Developed procedure to process CAD data for creation of patient specific instruments.-Collaborated with software team to landmark 50+ CAD models in modular joint implant system to allow for virtual pre-operative planning.

Knoxville, Tn (Remote Contractor)

Contracted through SARACA Solutions http://www.saracasolutions.com/CAD software used: SolidWorksPrepared complex CAD models of spinal implants for use in additive manufacturing and performed modifications according to client instructions. Created multiple sizes and configurations of implants based on current models. Prepared tabulated models and drawings of spinal instruments.- Introduced use of SOLIDWORKS configurations on instrument models for ease of modeling.- Used advanced surfacing techniques to overcome geometry errors on complex implant models.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: SolidWorksCreated prototype designs for capital equipment feasibility. Partnered with suppliers to create manufacturable prototypes, focusing on housings for non-implantable electronic devices with cardiopulmonary applications. -Designed and built 3D-printed capital equipment models, garnering physician feedback for use in determining next steps.-Created CAD models and high-resolution images of prototypes for voice of customer (VOC).-Acquired and modified 3D CAD models of human anatomy for use in display images and device analysis.-Designed capital equipment prototype to be built using actual production processes

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: SolidWorksDesigned plastic injection molded components for security badge printers | Used 3D polyjet and FDM printers for prototype creation | Performed mold flow analyses with SolidWorks Plastics | Analyzed parts with SolidWorks Simulation | Created drawings with critical dimensions | Organized and led SolidWorks user group meetings | Created instructional guides for SolidWorks users• Designed injection molded bracket mechanism which fit into a small space while maintaining strength requirement. Design allowed circuit boards to snap fit into place and wire routing while permitting sliding movement of bracket parts.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: Creo / Pro Engineer 50%, SolidWorks 50%Designed fixtures for training and biomechanical testing | Maintained SolidWorks settings across a group of ~10 users | Developed and maintained Creo mapkeys | Used 3D polyjet printer for prototype and fixture creation | Attended cadaver labs to gain insight on procedures and gather surgeon feedback | Strategized part numbering schemes inside and outside of Windchill | Translated DXF, IGES, STP, etc | Organized and led CAD user group meetings | Created instructional guides for CAD users• Overcame constraints of size, user requirements, and tolerance to design a cervical interbody implant with a unique, patented screw locking mechanism.• Developed an implant training fixture for surgeons which simulated the feel of spinal anatomy with a significantly greater degree of realism than traditional training mockups. • Collaborated with overseas marketing manager to create a specialty instrument with a unique angulation indicator and the ability to be easily disassembled for cleaning (patent pending). • Recreated datum structure of instrument to significantly reduce tolerance stack while not deviating from original design.• Instrumental role in solving tolerance issue with custom, mating threads by modeling MMC / LMC range, recommending new specs, and creating layouts which communicated issue to the broader team. • Interpreted surgeon feedback to quickly redesign insertion instrument in released system to more securely hold implant.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: Creo / Pro Engineer 50%, SolidWorks 50%Managed DCO throughput in CAD group | Integrated CAD data from company acquisitions | Mentored other designers in the use of SolidWorks and Pro/E | Worked with suppliers to ensure proper interpretation of drawings• Reconciled mismatched model/ drawing data from product acquisition by analyzing CAD models, drawings, actual parts, and extensive conversations with original design team.• Overcame challenges of tracking large volume of subcomponents from an acquired company by developing Excel based tracking system. • Simplified tolerance analysis of instrument system consisting of complex, multi part assemblies by creating Excel based spreadsheet.• Created GO / NO-GO gaging system for instrument dovetail features by promptly learning gage design techniques and factoring in worst case of mating implant features.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: Creo / Pro Engineer 50%, SolidWorks 50%Created concept models and layouts | Performed tolerance analyses | Created and maintained CAD models and detail drawings for prototype and production parts | Wrote and processed document change orders | Modeled custom threads using helical sweeps• Drove a broadly focused, CAD related CAPA to completion by organizing CAD files, securing agreement from cross functional stakeholders, and writing document change orders.• Developed instrumentation for an anterior lumbar plating system while facing time constraints and production issues.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

CAD software used: Pro Engineer• Interpreted customer prints from a wide variety of medical device companies to create CAD models and prints for specific manufacturing steps.• Performed document change orders on CAD data and prints.• Determined inspection methods for critical dimensions.

Greater Seattle Area

Performed maintenance related to the wings and flight control surfaces of 737s and other transport category aircraft in a highly regulated environment.• Sheet metal repairs on wing leading edges.• Removal / installation of flight control surfaces and hydraulic actuators.• Rigging / trimming of flight controls.

Medical Device Development Certificate

http://www.stthomas.edu/engineering/graduate/certificates/medical/

Associate Of Applied Science, Engineering Drafting & Design

B.S., Aviation Technology