Owned hydrophilic coating embedded particulate project from start to finish-Developed a new test method to fill insufficient knowledge on validity of current inspection procedure-In the process of collecting results that will inform decisions on new product inspections for multiple products going forward-Coordinated with subject matter experts to gain knowledge on the test matter subject and determine testing needsSpearheaded design of fixture that will reduce process time and material waste by eliminating machine malfunctionsInvestigated a nonconformance and presented findings to a cross functional teamSuccessfully worked as a member of a cross functional team manufacturing a transcatheter mitral and tricuspid valve repair device

Designed test fixture that eliminated potential of human error in production stepImplemented new organizational techniques in engineering lab space-Increased efficiency of prototype builds that allowed for quicker fulfillment of customer orders-Improved inventory usage and tracking that helped avoid material shortages and unplanned breaks in productionConducted testing and inspections that ensured quality of received parts, ability of design prototypes to meet user needs, and function of device after aging process Collaborated with cross functional team to find design solutions and assisted in design for manufacturability of an ureteroscope

A member of Dr. Krista Carlson’s lab working on synthesizing and testing annealed calcium phosphate glass-derived cement microspheres for vital pulp therapy.-Presented at University of Utah Undergraduate Symposium and Biomedical Engineering Senior Symposium

Interacted with people from varying cultures.Oversaw the training of 7 peers resulting in enhanced team unity and adjustment to expectations. Prepared and presented a training to a group of 30 peers.

A member of Dr. Krista Carlson’s lab working on fabricating and testing silver loaded aerogels for safe filtration of radioactive iodine.-Presented at ACCESS Symposium