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Pasadena, Ca, Us

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Pasadena, Ca, Us

- Research, design, prototype, build, test, and implement components/assemblies/fixtures for Class II RT-qPCR Diagnostic Test Systems (capital equipment).- Lead all efforts to research, prototype, build, update, and implement Consumables for sample collection, delivery, and processing within the capital equipment. Lead and perform feasibility, reliability, destructive, and performance testing.- Rapidly design, 3D print, assemble, test, and report on 40+ different consumable prototypes (multiple revs for each design).- Develop and release 3D models/2D drawings of components (SolidWorks). Create/update parts, component specs, assemblies, fixtures, molds, manufacturing instructions, test protocols, data sets, and motion control sequences as needed. Design parts for machining, sheet metal forming, injection molding, and 3D printing.- In charge of advising Directors/VPs/C-Suite on any particular design’s safety, cost, manufacturability, performance, or flaws.- Direct contract-manufacturing entities and vendors via material selection, manufacturing processes, test methods, and tolerance requirements for designed components.- Perform QC for manufactured parts/consumables and root cause analysis on non-conforming parts/assemblies to determine if failure occurrence is acceptable.- Lead Ultrasonic Weld design and off-site Ultrasonic welding operations for hermetic reaction chambers with deposits of lyophilized reagents.- Train technicians/engineers on manufacturing processes and device history. Create and provide written instructions, procedures, training, equipment, and tools to the team. Review data after it has been collected.- Test and tune motor control systems. Optimize device motor control sequence to decrease run time and improve performance. Test thermal heat transfer and clamp force. Adjust temperature/force profile as needed.- Create various fixtures to test thermal performance, leak rates (fluid and gas), min/max pressure, applied force, and friction.

Laguna Hills, Ca, Us

-Research, design, prototype, build, test, and implement electro-mechanical components/assemblies for novel dental medical-device product development projects (capital equipment). Perform root cause and risk analysis when required.-Develop 3D models/2D drawings of components (SolidWorks), written specifications, manufacturing instructions, test methods, protocols/reports, wiring harnesses, wiring schematics, and other R&D project deliverables/documentation.-Design for machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and 3D printing. Released 60+ Change Orders for 160+ parts/documents. Trained other engineers to use QCBD efficiently. -Direct contract-manufacturing entities and vendors via material selection, manufacturing process, test method, and tolerance requirements for designed components. Submit related purchase requests, material requests, and inventory requests.-Led all efforts towards passing Biocompatibility Testing in support of various FDA 510(k) Premarket Notification Submission(s).-Designed and released Biocompatibility test fixtures, a robust controls fixture, comprehensive test procedures, thorough reports, and a shipping procedure (50lb fixtures had to be sent to the test lab and back without damage or contamination).-Created, released, and performed a protocol to collect samples for chemical analysis (GC-MS, HPLC-UV, UV-Vis). Captured results and analysis in a report. Coordinated with the laboratory to conduct chemical analysis.-Supported a sustaining engineering project for a prototype preventative maintenance tool. Created and released the drawing and specifications of the designed assembly. Wrote and performed the V&V protocol then followed up with a report. -Supported a project to implement new sealing technology into the Sonendo GentleWave high-pressure delivery hose. Led Root Cause Analysis research in conjunction with the Complaints team and proposed solutions to replace existing seals.-Led efforts to build out lab for reliability testing.

Rancho Santa Margarita, Ca, Us

-Design and evaluation of developed handheld disposable electro-surgical tools (Voyant, 5mm and Maryland) and electrical systems for laparoscopic surgery.-Research, develop, and qualify new manufacturing processes, fixtures, and equipment for high volume production via IQ/OQ/PQ. -Develop and update engineering documents such as SOPs, manufacturing instructions, test methods, BOMs, and drawings.-Perform root cause analysis and evaluations on production scrap and non-conforming materials to determine if failure occurrence is acceptable. Follow up with Non-Conformance Reports that implement improvements and corrective actions.-Doubled production capacity for essential manufacturing process by qualifying a clone assembly line and creating the installation qualification.-Trained 50+ production team members on new/updated processes and equipment. Trained and oriented 4 engineers.

Corona, California, Us

-Researched, designed, and developed new products with major HVAC companies (Carrier, Trane, Mitsubishi, Rheem, York, Lennox)-Design and fabrication of sheet metal parts/assemblies for commercial and industrial HVAC systems such as energy recovery ventilators, roof curbs, mixing boxes, economizers, power exhausts, and custom parts/assemblies-Investigated tooling and manufacturing processes for new product development. Determined efficient costing based on material, vendor quotes, shipping/freight methods, and demand-Developed field assembly and installation instructions, product submittals, wiring schematics, bill of materials, and other deliverables-Performed root cause analysis on malfunctioning equipment and parts. Presented findings to management with technical reports of results and estimated savings based on adjustments-Created CNC programs, bend sequence programs, and break sheets for stainless steel sheet metal using AutoCAD/Radan-Developed a new line of mixing boxes for Mitsubishi HVAC units. Designed, prototyped, and released 3 models in 9 sizes with 45 configurations and 2 controls packages to accommodate 22 Mitsubishi HVAC unit models.-Test prototype and malfunctioning equipment/parts. Follow up with technical reports.

IGERT Coordinator - Prepared and filed the annual National Science Foundation (NSF) report. Managed IGERT graduate students, coordinated grad student funding, and planned formal retreats. Tracked travel expenses and utilized grants to cover research-related costsWebmaster - Corrected website issues, created new web pages, updated existing pages, and fixed computer problems Student Assistant - Communicated and managed confidential information on Dr. Bir Bhanu’s behalf. Made purchases for the lab, interviewed/hired new employees, and facilitated the acquisition of international graduate students.

-Designed and implemented novel materials processing equipment and techniques (hot press with temperature control/monitoring and ultrasonication fixture for reaction solutions)-Bulk nanopowder synthesis and sample densification, using Instron/CAPAD/SPS, with the purpose of creating transparent magnetic glass for electromagnetic wave shielding-Bulk synthesis and densification of conductive polymers (polybenzoxazine/nano-graphene samples ranging from 0-80% graphene) using hot press with temperature control/monitoring-Studied the effects of ultrasonication for reaction solution dispersion on iron oxide product phase change-Synthesis of nanoscale mesoporous silica via reverse micellar method

Indianapolis, In, Us

-Director of Fundraising (Jan 2014 - June 2014): Lead and oversaw all fundraising operations. This included organizing and planning fundraisers, ensuring we could accept any form of payment, and handling large sums of money. Most notably I raised $3,000 to combat Domestic Violence. -Judicial Board Member (March 2013 - March 2015): As a member of the Judicial Board I mediated and investigated internal and external conflicts. Along with the rest of the board, I came up with appropriate solutions and/or disciplinary action. -Director of Formal Events: Organized and planned formal events for 100+ people in locations such as Las Vegas and Palm Springs. Every event included a banquet, lodging, and entertainment.-Brotherhood Chairman (Feb 2013 - Jan 2014): Lead and oversaw all brotherhood activities. This included organizing brotherhood events and retreats. Committees Served: Chartering, Brotherhood, Fundraising, Social, Health & Fitness, Events, Scholarship, Housing, Recruitment, Associate Member Council, and Formal.

Fishers, In, Us

- Worked with the Executive Board to govern all 10 on-campus NIC Fraternities and set goals for our campus’s Greek Community to grow and adapt to changing college environments. These fraternities included: Delta Chi, Alpha Epsilon Pi, Phi Kappa Psi, Delta Tau Delta, Beta Chi Theta, Sigma Phi Epsilon, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Phi Kappa Sigma, Pi Kappa Alpha, and Phi Gamma Delta.- Responsible for communications with faculty and fraternity presidents and keeping extensive records of operations.

Corona, California, Us

- Trained in AutoCAD- Assembled stainless steel assemblies of laser cut parts to understand the role of dimensioning and tolerancing- Occasionally shadowed employees on the factory floor to better understand the design for manufacturing process

Assembled a quadcopter drone from a kit, designed stronger landing gears for the drone using Adobe Illustrator, and fabricated the landing gears out of plastic using a laser cutter.

I was one of few chosen from a large pool of contestants to feature on MTV's 11th episode of “Snack Off” hosted by Eddie Huang. In a race against time, I competed against two other contestants in a cook-off while being judged by supermodel Chrissy Teigen, chef Jason Quinn, and comic Yassir Lester.