Ibne Soreefan Email & Phone Number

Hamilton, Ohio, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Acted as the Revolve Product Line's technical subject matter expert (SME).• Implemented and tested design changes using Solidworks in Mammotome’s commercialized Revolve Dual Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy Systems to improve tissue sampling performance.• Implemented mechanical design changes using Solidworks to create new gamma detector probes.• Conducted torque/current analysis on DC Motor/Gear Assembly Systems to evaluate structural/functional limitations of the Mechanical Systems in Holster/Probe Biopsy devices. Analysis of rotating parts (Motor components, shafts, gears).• Performed FEA analysis on probe components to assess system structural integrity.• Managed parts obsolescence and conducted investigations to address field issues and improve Quality.• Managed change projects through design control from concept to production transfer.• Engaged in cross-functional collaboration within the organization through the execution of multiple projects.• Worked closely with the V&V team to develop test methods to verify/validate the efficacy of design changes.• Participated in multiple animal lab biopsy testing events to verify the efficacy of mechanical/software design changes.• Observed multiple biopsy procedures to get more insight into the clinical applications.• Worked closely with Systems to ensure adequate requirements/specifications in worst-case operating conditions.• Worked closely with the regulatory team to assess the impact of relevant country regulations on the design changes.• Worked closely with the supply chain team to support phase-in/phase-out of materials.• Collaborated with external suppliers (Metals & Plastics) to implement mechanical design changes. IQ/OQ/PQ review of tooling/processes.• Designed with Solidworks and built gages/assembly fixtures to incorporate design changes on existing production tools to support manufacturing.• Contributed to multiple manufacturing process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Part of Hillrom Global Innovation Organization (GIO). Conducted technology investigation and feasibility testing to reduce risks and create clinical solutions for ICU/Medical Surgical units and operation rooms. Conceived, designed with Solid Edge, built and tested working model prototypes with integrated state of the art technologies. Collaborated with the marketing team to conduct market research through phone interviews/mock-up demos to establish customer needs, translated into system and subsystem requirements.Participated in multiple hospital immersions to better understand the customer needs and the clinical environment.Interacted with multi-functional NPD collaborators at various project stages. Managed the smooth transfer of innovation projects from GIO to NPD:• Designed and implemented dynamic mechanical features to enable physical therapy for patients in ICU beds.• Conceived, designed and built a ferromagnetic ceiling prototype with magnetic carriers to enable safe handling of patients and equipment in the clinical environment. Combined DOE and stress analysis (ANSYS) on CAD model to optimize ceiling grid/sandwich panel design for cost, weight and structural integrity. Optimized plastic ball load bearings in the magnetic carrier to support/handle a maximum load of 2000 lbs.• Designed and built a portable electromechanical system to adjust beds for patient care at home.• Conceived, designed and built a portable system with multi bed adjustment mechanisms to assist patients with sleep apnea. Optimized design for size, weight and structural integrity (FEA). • Conceived, designed and built a video monitoring system with integrated mechanical, optical, electronic & software features to patient vitals using cameras remotely. Collaborated with e-con Systems.• Developed a rechargeable 24V/20Ah 7S4P Li-Ion battery pack system to power electric stretchers in emergency units. Identified multiple battery suppliers to maintain cell cost within target range.

Developed a new plastic enclosure design (Honeywell TCI electronic gas volume corrector) for rapid field deployment and resolution of issues. Conducted root cause analysis, testing, and redesign of plastic enclosure with Inventor CAD.

Coordinated integration of mechanical/fluidics/electronics/firmware/software features within Dattus Residential Meter prototype: Die cast aluminum body with internal plastic parts and integrated sensors/electronics.Defined Mechanical Concept Design and Electronics/Sensor Concept Design.

Led development of Generation III Flow Sensor/Electronics platform: New thermistor technology and associated electronics/firmware/software. Transferred Gen III platform onto Dattus production line.• Led Mechanical/Electronic design and development of commercial Dattus FM1 Meter and transferred to production. Designed with PTC-Creo, analyzed (FEA & CFD), built, and tested 3D meter prototypes. • Spearheaded research and development of Generation IV Flow Sensor/Electronics platform: Hybrid Piezo-Thermal sensing technique and associated electronics/firmware/software (Mechanical Design and Electronic Design).• Oversaw Mechanical/Electronic design and development of Residential Dattus Meter prototype on Generation IV platform. Designed with PTC-Creo, analyzed (FEA & CFD), built, and tested 3D meter prototypes. • Guided co-development with technology partners: Measurement Specialties (Hampton, VA) and Innovative Sensor Technology (Switzerland) to build hybrid piezoelectric/thermal flow sensor assembly (Mechanical Design and Electronic Design).

Led development of new electronics platform (Generation II) for Dattus meters: Sand cast meter body with internal plastic parts and integrated electronics.

Designed and developed geometry of industrial Dattus FM3 Gas Meter. Defined Mechanical Concept Design and Fluidic aspects.

Developed and optimized Dattus FM2 meter design for US market (Generation I meter).

Colombes, France

Researched and developed fluid dynamics of Dattus FM2 static gas meter - jet oscillating flow measurement based technology. Defined Mechanical Concept Design and Fluidic aspects.

Phd., Aerodynamics And Fluid Mechanics

Advanced Degree (Dea), Aerodynamics And Fluid Mechanics

Master’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering