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Saint Paul, Mn, Us

Chaska, Mn, Us

Led a mechanical engineering team of four in the development of an MRI Suite, achieving project milestones through collaboration, complex FEA analysis, and adherence to safety and quality standards.• Achieved project milestones and drove innovation in the development of a 3T MRI Suite by leading the mechanical engineering team as a Core Team member.• Met ambitious project goals within tight timelines by fostering seamless collaboration across disciplines, coordinating cross-functional teams.• Conducted complex FEA analysis to maintain safety standards, ensuring robust and reliable design outcomes.• Ensured compliance with critical requirements during IMRIS sub-system modifications by focusing on quench line functionality and pressure vessel safety in collaboration with Siemens.• Delivered high-quality design output by managing a technical team of five engineers and facilitating collaboration throughout the process.• Supported ongoing development activities by providing feedback and approving Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for R&D projects.• Improved project outcomes in accordance with IEC 60601-1 and ISO 13485 by championing engineering best practices and fostering a culture of communication, quality, and efficiency.• Demonstrated quick adaptability and problem-solving skills by assuming leadership of the data recovery project after two weeks.• Highlighted management’s confidence in my ability to deliver quality work by being elevated to a higher level of EPDM (Enterprise Product Data Management) permissions.

Scottsdale, Arizona, Us

Led new product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing 3D printing processes, and ensuring quality in the design and production of mechanical components.• Enhanced new product development outcomes by documenting and communicating results, collaborating with marketing and engineers in a cross-functional team environment.• Ensured optimal functionality and efficiency in the production of high-quality mechanical parts and prototypes by managing and maintaining a Stratasys J850+ 3D printer.• Delivered robust new products by developing housings, user interfaces, wiring terminals, and mechanical interfaces for thermostats and HVAC control devices.• Improved project accuracy and team collaboration by performing detailed design reviews for my projects and those of global colleagues.• Demonstrated proficiency in design principles by applying detailed knowledge for creating plastic molded parts.• Maintained design intent for mechanical components and assemblies by utilizing Creo/ProE and Windchill to create detailed designs and drawings.• Facilitated efficient production by employing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) methods and tools for designed components and systems.• Achieved comprehensive end-to-end quality by collaborating in systems and processes from concept development to production, including participation in Gage R&R and PPAP processes.

Chaska, Mn, Us

Contributed to MRI suite development by integrating mechanical and electrical designs, enhancing safety, and ensuring successful validation of new products.• Contributed significantly to the development of MRI suites by collaborating as a member of a cross-functional team in new product initiatives.• Ensured optimal performance of MRI suites by integrating mechanical designs with electrical and magnetic systems.• Enhanced safety and usability in an MRI suite by designing and testing a proprietary collision detection system with input from clinical staff and customer service.• Delivered complex system solutions by developing electronics, 3D printed fixtures, injection molded components, and sheet metal parts using SolidWorks and an EPDM vault system.• Developed new test protocols and implementation on new products to successfully pass validation and verification (V&V) testing.• Improved project outcomes and product quality by leading design reviews and initiating Engineering Change Orders as necessary

Eden Prairie, Mn, Us

Developed advanced hearing aids and accessories by leveraging cross-functional collaboration and ensuring compliance with industry standards while meeting project deadlines.• Designed advanced products effectively by collaborating as a member of a cross-functional new product development team using Creo CAD software.• Ensured compliance with industry standards by developing hearing aids and accessories according to ISO 13485.• Met project deliverables and adhered to tight schedules by leading discussions on design features and material selection.• Maintained product reliability and performance by providing ongoing support for existing hearing aids and accessories.

Plymouth, Mn, Us

Turck Inc is an international specialist in sensor, fieldbus, and connectivity products, as well as interface technology, human-machine interfaces and RFID systems.• Increased department productivity by assuming technical ownership of up to 21 projects at a time• Introduced high level conceptual designs and prototypes to aid in design acceptance• Introduced technical objectives and identified risks associated with product development• Designed and documented new turned metal and plastic, injection molded plastic, stamped metal and other components• Assisted with the development and modification of assembly processes • Initiated the submittal of ECOs and FMEAs • Contributed to a cross-functional team of project managers, marketing, product managers and manufacturing engineers• Optimized products for cost, labor and scrap savings • Designed new products and modifications to existing products which met and/or exceeded customer specific requirements• Developed and oversaw test methods for new product development, using data to compare to customer requirements• Produced high level conceptual designs and prototypes to aid in design acceptance• Forecasted potential projects and products with cost analysis and market feasibility • Served as subject matter expert on military spec, M12 Ethernet, M12 Power and M16 connectivity, low pressure molding and molded junction boxesSubject matter expert on:• Military spec connectors • Cat 6a M12 Ethernet• M12 Power• M16 connectivity • Low pressure injection molding• Molded junction boxes

Plymouth, Mn, Us

• Designed 3D printed molds for prototypes• Worked with a cross-functional team to develop the Turck Inc military product line• Responsible for high level conceptual designs and prototypes to aid in design acceptance• Set technical objectives and identified risks associated with product development• Design and document new turned metal, turned plastic, injection molded plastic, stamped metal and other parts• Assisted with the development and modification of assembly processes • Authored and submitted ECOs and FMEAs• Contribute to a cross functional team of project managers, marketing, product managers and manufacturing engineers• Design upgrades and cost reductions to existing products• Design new products and modifications to existing products to meet customer specific requirements• Develop and perform test methods for new product development, using data to compare to customer requirements• Responsible for high level conceptual designs and prototypes to aid in design acceptance• Assist with cost analysis and market feasibility for potential new products• Developed and maintained TURCK Ampacity chart for product ratings• Certified Solidworks Professional (CSWP)

St Paul, Mn, Us

Contributed to innovative product development and secured a patent by conducting testing, data analysis, and collaborating with a cross-functional team at 3M.• Secured patent number 8932115 by conducting thorough testing and data analysis.• Advanced the creation of new products, including precision grinding and polishing touch screen glass and computer hard drives, by collaborating with a cross-functional team.• Enhanced product testing capabilities by designing and building custom testing fixtures.

• Designed projects with Auto CAD 3D modeling to help customers visualize projects• Met with customers to design a remodeling project to meet their needs within a given budget • Collaborated with a cross-functional team of electricians, HVAC, and plumbers to achieve the customers desired result• Adapted to a changing environment producing a final project that exceeded building codes

• Promoted to a college certified official• Officiated MN high school playoffs and state championship• Officiated UMLL college lacrosse playoffs