Christopher McLean, P.Eng.
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Cary Ong, P.Eng
In my time at QuestAir, I was fortunate enough to be in Chris' team, working on the OxyBooster prototype that had the potential to change the game in alternative energy. Chris was an excellent manager, able to motivate and bring the best out of all members of his team. Long nights spent finishing drawings or assembling and testing the latest prototype was time well spent because we knew that Chris' meticulous planning and engineering know-how would virtually guarantee a successful outcome. I can say that Chris was an excellent mentor, especially to junior engineers like myself. By his example, I began to know the skills I would need to acquire in order to be successful in my own professional career. In short, Chris was one of the best managers I have had the pleasure to work for.
Lana Tomashevich
Chris is a highly knowledgeable and well respected engineer, thorough and detail oriented. Over the 5 years we worked together in QuestAir and Xebec, he has excelled on all assignments, including product development, project management, intellectual property management, budgeting.
Cary Ong, P.Eng
In my time at QuestAir, I was fortunate enough to be in Chris' team, working on the OxyBooster prototype that had the potential to change the game in alternative energy. Chris was an excellent manager, able to motivate and bring the best out of all members of his team. Long nights spent finishing drawings or assembling and testing the latest prototype was time well spent because we knew that Chris' meticulous planning and engineering know-how would virtually guarantee a successful outcome. I can say that Chris was an excellent mentor, especially to junior engineers like myself. By his example, I began to know the skills I would need to acquire in order to be successful in my own professional career. In short, Chris was one of the best managers I have had the pleasure to work for.
Lana Tomashevich
Chris is a highly knowledgeable and well respected engineer, thorough and detail oriented. Over the 5 years we worked together in QuestAir and Xebec, he has excelled on all assignments, including product development, project management, intellectual property management, budgeting.
Cary Ong, P.Eng
In my time at QuestAir, I was fortunate enough to be in Chris' team, working on the OxyBooster prototype that had the potential to change the game in alternative energy. Chris was an excellent manager, able to motivate and bring the best out of all members of his team. Long nights spent finishing drawings or assembling and testing the latest prototype was time well spent because we knew that Chris' meticulous planning and engineering know-how would virtually guarantee a successful outcome. I can say that Chris was an excellent mentor, especially to junior engineers like myself. By his example, I began to know the skills I would need to acquire in order to be successful in my own professional career. In short, Chris was one of the best managers I have had the pleasure to work for.
Lana Tomashevich
Chris is a highly knowledgeable and well respected engineer, thorough and detail oriented. Over the 5 years we worked together in QuestAir and Xebec, he has excelled on all assignments, including product development, project management, intellectual property management, budgeting.
Cary Ong, P.Eng
In my time at QuestAir, I was fortunate enough to be in Chris' team, working on the OxyBooster prototype that had the potential to change the game in alternative energy. Chris was an excellent manager, able to motivate and bring the best out of all members of his team. Long nights spent finishing drawings or assembling and testing the latest prototype was time well spent because we knew that Chris' meticulous planning and engineering know-how would virtually guarantee a successful outcome. I can say that Chris was an excellent mentor, especially to junior engineers like myself. By his example, I began to know the skills I would need to acquire in order to be successful in my own professional career. In short, Chris was one of the best managers I have had the pleasure to work for.
Lana Tomashevich
Chris is a highly knowledgeable and well respected engineer, thorough and detail oriented. Over the 5 years we worked together in QuestAir and Xebec, he has excelled on all assignments, including product development, project management, intellectual property management, budgeting.
Credentials
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Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
Engineers and Geoscientists BC
Experience
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Heroic Design
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Canada
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Apr 2021 - Present
Heroic™ Design offers a rigorous design process you can trust to to deliver professional and remarkable designs. The Heroic™ Design Workbook breaks down the process and explains it well, so it is achievable. It won't be easy, but you will be emboldened to design at the limits of your creativity. The Heroic™ Design Workbook and Masterclasses are available now. Heroic™ Design offers a rigorous design process you can trust to to deliver professional and remarkable designs. The Heroic™ Design Workbook breaks down the process and explains it well, so it is achievable. It won't be easy, but you will be emboldened to design at the limits of your creativity. The Heroic™ Design Workbook and Masterclasses are available now.
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The University of British Columbia
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Sep 2021 - Present
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. For the Faculty of Applied Science, I mentor studios and deliver lectures for APSC 100/101 (part time). The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. For the Faculty of Applied Science, I mentor studios and deliver lectures for APSC 100/101 (part time).
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ESPRO Coffee
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United States
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Consumer Goods
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder, Sr. Product Development Engineer (ESPRO, a division of Regal Ware)
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Apr 2018 - Mar 2021
Regal Ware manufactures and markets exceptional cookware. Post Espro's acquisition by Regal Ware, I created and led the Espro Design Studio. As a Studio, we developed the Espro Bloom Pour Over Coffeemaker, Cold Brewer, and Tasting Cups.Our customers were online and bricks and mortar stores, such as Starbucks, Williams Sonoma, Amazon, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, REI, Macy’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Crate and Barrel, Sur La Table, West Elm, Indigo, and Neiman Marcus.
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Co-Founder, VP of Design (ESPRO)
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May 2003 - Apr 2018
ESPRO develops products that improve quality & consistency for home baristas & coffee shops.In addition to fulfilling the role of COO, I designed and managed tooling and production for the Espro Press, Calibrated Tamper, and Steaming Pitcher.
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The University of British Columbia
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Sep 2015 - Apr 2019
For the Faculty of Applied Science, I led studio design sessions for APSC 100 and 101 (part time). For the Faculty of Applied Science, I led studio design sessions for APSC 100 and 101 (part time).
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Ivys Adsorption
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Canada
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Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of New Product Development & Intellectual Property
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Apr 2011 - Jul 2011
Xebec provides end-to-end systems for gas purification and the production of renewable gases such as renewable natural gas and renewable hydrogen.I oversaw new product development efforts in upstream gas and biogas markets, and managed an Intellectual Property portfolio of 100+ granted patents and patent applications.
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Senior Engineer and Technical Specialist
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May 2003 - Mar 2011
Managed development programs for commercial and experimental systems to purify waste hydrogen and biogas into usable resources. Evaluated feasibility of new markets. Utilized structured design process to meet customer needs.
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Group Leader of Machine Design
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Sep 2002 - Apr 2003
Integrated Industrial & Compact Machine Design Groups. Managed 6 engineers and designers to deliver commercial and prototype gas purifiers. Implemented structured design process, and reduced cost with vendors.
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Group Leader Machine Design & System Engineering, Compact Gas Systems
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Oct 2001 - Aug 2002
Managed Compact Gas Systems Machine Design and System Engineering Groups (4 to 8 engineers) to deliver oxygen concentrators for automotive fuel cells. Created schedules, budgets, and performance reviews.
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Group Leader of Product Engineering
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Jun 2001 - Sep 2001
Oversaw project management for oxygen and hydrogen purifiers for automotive and stationary fuel cell, diesel, and medical applications. Managed 4 engineers and 1 assistant who created budgets and schedules.
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Group Leader Product Engineering & OxyBooster Product Engineer
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Aug 2000 - May 2001
Managed 2 product engineers and 1 assistant. Managed oxygen purifier for automotive fuel cell program and modeled oxygen / fuel cell systems.
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Senior Product Engineer
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Apr 1998 - Jul 2000
Managed 4 engineers and technicians to develop gas purifiers for automotive fuel cell and medical oxygen systems.
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Development Engineer and Project Manager
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Dec 1996 - Mar 1998
Developed test rigs for core technologies and performed feasibility studies for automotive fuel cell oxygen enrichment.
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Education
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1994 - 1996
The University of British Columbia
Master of Applied Science - MASc, Mechanical Engineering -
1989 - 1994
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Mechanical Engineering
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