Leading a highly skilled team in the design, development and testingof Stryker’s next generation surgical robot and providing sustaining mechanical engineering services to meet stakeholder needs. Working with Program Managers and Project Leaders, negotiating requirements and schedules to meet new product development priorities within the constraints of the department headcount and budget. Working with Advanced Operations, Quality department, Systems Engineering Team and Electrical / Embedded Software Teams to deliver on commitments. Establishing best practices for mechanical design including requirements development, design configuration control, design review, and module / component level testing.

Sr. Staff Engineer, Robotic Systems (August 2017 - Present)Leading system design, integration, verification and validation of complex electro­mechanical medical devices to deliver best ­in class robotic-assisted orthopedic solutions.  Work in close collaboration with Program Management,  Quality Assurance and Marketing & Operations to deliver the product development roadmap  and improve quality, clinical value, and customer satisfaction for StrykerMAKO customers.Staff Engineer, Robotic Systems (August 2015 - July 2017Responsible for managing and participating in the research, design and development of electro-mechanical / mechanical systems to support the new and existing RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System platforms, from concept to product launch. Adapt to fast paced schedules to meet company goals. Strong communication skills and proven leadership ability. Participate or lead CAPA’s, FMEA's, and support product investigations, utilizing root cause analysis techniques, risk assessments and sound engineering principals.Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Robotic Systems (August 2011 - June 2015, acquired by Stryker, December 2013)Responsible for managing and participating in the design and development of electro-mechanical / mechanical systems for the new and existing RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System platforms from concept to product launch. Designed and launched multiple products for Hip and Knee arthroplasty.

(August 2011 - acquired by Stryker (see above), December 2013)Responsible for managing and participating in the design and development of electro-mechanical / mechanical systems for the new and existing RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System platforms from concept to product launch.

Machine design, robotic design, miniaturized linear and rotary motion, system design, electro-mechanical integration and packaging design..* Implement new ideas.* Hands-on development in a team environment, responsible for concept/modeling, detailing, prototyping, testing, bill of materials, and manufacturing process/acceptance test definition.* Establish project schedules, project leadership and positive track record relative to cost targets and schedule performance.* Establish test criteria/methodology for testing prototype designsto performance specifications.* Mechanical failure analysis/troubleshooting.* 3D CAD background with AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop/Inventor. * Hands-on type, willing to participate in field-testing and productdemonstrations in any environment.* Hands-on machine shop experience and welding.* Project lead, advising/mentoring junior level engineers/designers.

Utilize cutting-edge technology to support engineering teams with design, development, and execution of robotics projects. Coordinate NIH proposal, present research, and organize team building exercises and meetings. Track design modifications and write weekly and quarterly progress reports while compiling product comparisons and delivering cost-benefit analyses. Model 3-D designs of product integration before ordering.Interests include:Medical/assistive robotics, autonomous ground vehicles, sensor integration, general automationhttp://cimar.mae.ufl.edu/CIMAR/

Engaged design and redesign functions for medical assistive devices employed by health care professionals and presented findings on functionality, reliability, and cost-benefit of medical devices to management. Utilized milling machine, band saw, drill press, and various hand tools to assemble and test devices.

Acquired key failure analysis, environmental testing, Six-Sigma plant and budget analysis expertise from experienced engineers and supported revision of standard operating procedures. Organized and presented office metrics and verified proper submission of all data. Communicated redesign of mechanical assemblies and presented findings on hard mineral deposits coming through water lines, affecting the machinery.

Entrusted with oversight of million-dollar equipment and challenge of manufacturing products to highest quality standards. Coordinated product flows, informed quality assurance and managers of defects, and reported machine specifications, process controls, and product tracking information. Operated industrial ovens for curing coatings, lens coating machines, and tuned devices to most efficient performance; performed data analysis, temperature, defects, product loss, and coating changes.

Organized training plans, cleanup drills, exercise routines, and outlined team needs to management. Operated wide range of heavy machinery, including 26-ton amphibious assault vehicle (AAV), .50-caliber and M16 semi-automatic machine guns and Mk-19 40mm grenade launchers. Facilitated resource allocation, project planning, and goal and procedure establishment.