Communicate with physicians to define product requirements while planning craniomaxillofacial reconstruction surgeries. Compile design requirements for patient specific 3D printed implants and surgical guides that optimize efficiency in the operating room and allow for surgeries of complex anatomy that would otherwise be unachievable. Serve on advisory council board to initiate framework changes supporting the growth of the business. Organize team building activities and develop an office ergonomics course to improve employee health. Mentor and train new hire employees.

Product Development Engineering Intern on the Ankle team. Perform various duties to advance the Vantage Total Ankle System. Organized and completed several research projects to influence the size and shape of future implants to maximize bone coverage and ensure long-term implant success. Participated in cadaver labs to evaluate the usability of instrument prototypes. Turned surgeon requests regarding form and function of instruments into design inputs for special instruments to improve surgical outcomes and strengthen surgeon relationships. Utilized 3D CAD software, GD&T, and design for manufacturability (DFM) in the design of instruments to fulfill these requests. Completed verification and validation activities to gain FDA clearance for using these instruments in surgery.Supported integration of the EPIC product line of foot and ankle plates and screws into the Exactech system. Completed tolerance stack-ups and FDA 510k submission print reviews to assess any form, fit, or functional changes within product revisions. Ensure that each design aspect filled a user need and verify extensive risk management reports during design transfer and final design reviews.

Design Assurance Engineering Intern at the Santa Rosa, CA location of Medtronic. Assisted the growth of the Renal Denervation project in many capacities and supported the completion of an MDSAP medical device audit. Established service capabilities for the device in ten new countries and updated associated service and handling documents. Grew as both an individual and an engineer through practical experience in project timeline management, communication, decision making, and cross-functional collaboration.

Founder and sole employee at CoolBreeze Rodshop. A small business specializing in the repair and service of lawn equipment and recreational equipment, such as boats, ATV's, and personal watercraft. Maintained a customer base of approximately thirty people and communicated with them to ensure their equipment was always running smoothly.