Katlyn Smith Email & Phone Number

91 Water Street, Charlottetown

• Served as the Quality Assurance representative and worked under the supervision of the Research and Development Lead, helping to design and conduct various tests and performance analyses relating to the Stepscan® gait analysis system.• Collaborated with the Software, Firmware and Hardware teams in problem identification & resolution, and helped to progress the continuous improvement of the Stepscan® floor tile system (including its sensor layer performance (using primarily piezoresistive… Show more • Served as the Quality Assurance representative and worked under the supervision of the Research and Development Lead, helping to design and conduct various tests and performance analyses relating to the Stepscan® gait analysis system.• Collaborated with the Software, Firmware and Hardware teams in problem identification & resolution, and helped to progress the continuous improvement of the Stepscan® floor tile system (including its sensor layer performance (using primarily piezoresistive materials) and calibration methodology (utilizing a universal testing machine with associated software for automation)), and the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.• Liasoned with various external suppliers on matters concerning hardware cost and quality. Assisted in the design (including material selection) and prepared engineering models/drawings for all new and updated hardware components using Solidworks 2D/3D drafting software. Helped to reduced costs of goods sold by 25%. Monitored and recorded the conformance of supplied parts and materials.• Achieved and maintained compliance with the Quality Management System and medical device regulatory requirements. Conducted internal audits and reported to management on quality issues. Participated in external audits from Health Canada and received zero non-conformances in a May 2020 audit. Assisted all other employees of the company to be compliant in their specific roles and responsibilities with respect to the medical device regulations.• Assisted with the hiring and training of new employees (review of resumes, preparation of interview questions, onboarding).• Assisted in providing guidance/mentoring to a second-year engineering team at UPEI. Reviewed and provided feedback on their drawings/reports. Show less

Charlottetown, Pei

• Supports the research and development of the Stepscan® Tile physical interface (an underfoot medical pressure measurement device developed to study and analyze mobility and balance) as well as the design and testing of various hardware mechanical structures• Implements all post-manufacturing quality assurance testing to comply with i-FAB, Health Canada and FDA requirements.

• Instructed students according to the lesson plan provided or prepared a lesson plan if one was not provided• Oversaw student behavior in the classroom and surrounding areas while maintaining discipline and composure at all times • Was tolerant, compassionate, and provided guidance to students• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly

Mount Stewart, Pei

• Performed routine quality control testing of soil, asphalt cement, and aggregate materials• Followed ASTM test methods and protocols• Performed detailed work thoroughly, neatly, accurately, and efficiently• Demonstrated knowledge of terminology, practices, and techniques• Prepared testing reports, computer use, and filed paperwork• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Diploma, Engineering

Education record

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