- Leading the hardware design of multi-modality in vivo imaging instruments featuring various optical and x-ray systems; supporting both new product development and sustaining existing products- Managing nine multi-disciplined reports including mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers- Collaborate with other functional groups and manufacturing sites across the globe to create smooth and robust product releases on time- Create and align annual operating plans with directorship in Germany

- Designed breadboards and conducted experiments to evaluate technical feasibility of new imaging modalities and select critical components- Co-developed a low-cost structured light surface capture system including novel fiducial-based calibration and co-registration tools- Managed the project including leading workshops & core team meetings, developing schedules and reporting to senior leadership

- Transferred the design of an outdoor air quality monitoring system from prototype into production- Utilized SolidWorks and sound engineering practices to improve robustness and manufacturability while reducing cost and implementing international safety features- Partnered with local and off-shore vendors to produce economical and high-quality parts including machined & formed frames & springs, injection molded enclosures, compression molded plugs, die-cut gaskets & foams, cable assemblies, coatings, and shipping crates- Conducted verification testing at various levels of assembly

- Develop MEMS pressure sensors for use in safety and emissions automotive applications- Follow Design for Six Sigma methodology to capture the voice of the customer, develop engineering characteristics, generate concepts, and identify top solutions- Create advanced component and assembly models and drawings in SolidWorks- Collaborate with global material, molding, stamping, plating and electronics suppliers to design robust products in high volume manufacturing environments- Build prototypes and perform validation testing consisting of mechanical, chemical, environmental, and electrical tests to prove reliability- Identify and lead cost reduction programs - Partner with global manufacturing teams to resolve line issues - Manage schedules and bills of materials to deliver on-time and on-budget programs- Write technical reports, develop presentations, and lead reviews with internal senior leadership and customer technical specialists

- Collaborated with industrial designers and engineers to develop products for consumer, medical and commercial industries at a small design consultancy- Generated and illustrated design concepts through research and brainstorming sessions- Created surface modeled parts, assemblies, and drawings using Pro/Engineer (Creo)- Built prototypes of complex machines to express proof of concepts to clients- Researched impact resilient materials and designed product packages and shipments