Process Development Engineer

• Feb 2022 - Present

Graduate Research Assistant

• Aug 2020 - Feb 2022

-Developed a gait segmentation algorithm using Python acting as a SME to interpret physiological data related to heel-strike contact & hip extension in order to help patients minimize gait deviations -Collected & analyzed kinematic data for 60+ subjects coordinating pilot studies & reported gait patterns to accurately segment each step & identify restrictions in hip mobility to deliver vibrotactile feedback -Applied DoE & computed statistical analysis providing gait feedback using Python, Minitab & MATLAB for ANOVA, correlation, forecasts & standard deviation achieving 98% accuracy for heel-strike detection -Developed & implemented design controls to support gait retraining protocols in increasing prosthetic-side hip extension by 10 degrees using sensors & vibrational motors, prioritizing patient safety for gait retraining purposes -Developed test protocols to optimize sensor equipment & evaluate performance of biofeedback prototype on amputees for design Verification & Validation ensuring direct translation of patient needs & system specifications -Maintained detailed development documentation including published literature, technical reports, test protocols, & periodic status reports Show less

Biomedical Engineer

• Jun 2021 - Sep 2021

-Designed schematics, assembled & 3D printed dynamic reference frames using SolidWorks to assist CT/Ultrasound image capturing & navigation techniques designed to address the needs of developing high resolution spinal images -Authored SOPs, performed bench testing on developed prototypes based on literature to support the development of tissue mimicking materials used to imitate biological anatomy under ultrasound imaging -Recommended innovative & alternative solutions to address artifact limitations in tissue-mimicking processes -Collaborated with QA to establish quality & risk management specifications to monitor tissue-mimicking material production & ensure FDA & ISO compliance for laboratory testing -Audited prototype development files to ensure compliance with FDA CFR Title 21 to create a high-quality biological CT/ultrasound image for in vitro testing & address any nonconformances in current processes Show less

Research Student in Collaboration with Sunnybrook Hospital

• Sep 2018 - Apr 2019

Supervised by Dr. Victor Yang -Generated a pulley-tendon system via. CAD to increase joint conformity & gripping strength of artificial fingers, continuously revising the design process to reduce material consumption & implementation time -Liaison between R&D & manufacturing manager to investigate root cause of failed/defective components while providing technical service on Arduino and Myoware sensor hardware -Performed on-site troubleshooting of MIA prototype to ensure appropriate motor function for artificial actuation -Led project to redesign & maintain a $250 budget, saving a projected $500 for the development of the MIA. -Streamlined device prototype builds by implementing manufacturing process instructions to test, monitor & troubleshoot each component, maximizing functionality, while prioritizing safety for human-electrical interface -Developed an algorithm via. Arduino software IDE to asynchronously control up to 8 servos, reducing processing delays by 150ms & increasing case-detection accuracy by 97%. -Received the best poster award among 30+ groups and was nominated for the final prize Show less