Principal Engineer

• Feb 2018 - Present

Technical lead for lattice design and parameterization, CAD modeling, and simulation. Lead and owned all prototype development and fabrication for medical device hardware. Personally fabricated prototypes using CNC and traditional machining equipment, welding, and 3D printing. Lead design and manufacturing of LCE (novel rate-dependent) material) based products securing over $2.3 Million in grant funding from NFL, NSF, NIH, US Army, and State of Colorado. Managed additive manufacturing production team of 2 engineers. Facilitated acquisition of $800k EOS P770 polymer SLS printer. Solved AM program obstacles via detailed scientific approach. Designed and fabricated two top performing football helmets for the NFL Helmet Challenge. Managed 2nd year effort to secure additional $500k in funding leveraging 3D printing. Spearheaded the design and production of the markets first LCE based medical device for the first metatarsal (big toe). Lead cadaver lab to collect surgical team feedback on design. Derived design inputs, outputs for LCE medical devices. Conducted verification and validation labs. Implemented ISO 13485 quality system. Authored SOPs and protocols. Prepared FDA 510(k) application.

Senior Design Engineer

• Jan 2019 - Jan 2021

Lead the design and manufacture of a novel cranial access port for neurosurgical startup at the University of Colorado Hospital. Developed project milestones and maintained project schedule. Derived design requirements from customer needs. Routinely interfaced with founding surgeons for design reviews and feedback. Conducted validation labs with functional and mechanical testing. Fabricated prototypes for medical devices and consumer products leveraging CNC and 3D printing. Performed analytical simulation with FEA and CFD software on early concept designs for feasibility.

Design Consultant [Contractor]

• Feb 2017 - Feb 2018

Lead the development reusable instrumentation for knotless PEEK suture anchor. Performed literature reviews to determine broad design specifications of orthopedic drills, taps, and other tooling. Generated CAD models and engineering drawings with GD&T and interfaced with outside vendors to produce functional prototypes. Evaluated prototypes with mechanical test equipment using GLP. Collected Surgeon’s customer needs to derive design requirements through routine cadaver lab studies. Conducted verification testing and validation labs with surgeons as directed by FDA 510(k) and ISO 13485 processes. Utilized Agile for documentation control and publication within Stryker Enterprise. Performed statistical analysis of test results using Mini Tab to drive decision making Led data review meetings to inform critical stakeholders of decision rationale Collaborated with manufacturers to optimize design, ensure manufacturing quality and supplier communication Prepared device for FDA 510K application Disseminated test results to stakeholders to facilitate critical decision-making events Authored test protocols, developed testing procedures Participated in cadaver labs to observe and enhance product function and design, received customer feedback on new devices Collaborated with Marketing Team to refine look, feel and function. Collaborated with Quality Team to follow strict internal testing standards are followed Assisted in voice of customer (VOC) studies to develop functional requirements Equipment used: - Mark 10 Force Gauge, Motorized Test Stand, Digital Torque Controller with MESURgage software and Handheld Torque Gages - Instron 5944 with Blue Hill software - Vision Engineering Hawk Duo Dynascope Comparator with M3 Software and Lynx Microscope - SAWBONES foam analog - Custom designed test fixtures to replicate anatomical conditions

Design Engineer

• Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

Managed natural gas distribution pipeline design projects. Developed and managed project timelines, milestones, and budgets. Ensured delivered projects met strict ISO 9001 and 49 CFR 142 standards. Performed CFD analysis on high pressure pipelines. Calculated stresses and strains on HDD projects. Developed complete engineering construction drawings according customer GD&T standards. Collaborated with construction contractors to receive clarified as-built documents to report to regulatory authorities. Volunteered to participate in the office events committee to develop morale building events within fixed budgets

Machinist Assistant III

• Oct 2013 - Jun 2016

Reviewed design and tolerance specifications with students and faculty for manufacturability. · Programmed and operated CNC mills and lathes and manual knee mills and lathes to produce tight tolerance prototypes. Performed detailed part inspections on produced parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM equipment. Performed preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment to maintain shop capabilities. Managed shop material and tooling inventories. Ensured consumable items were replenished routinely. Verified and logged equipment tags and nameplate information quarterly with the calibration lab electronics specialist Instructed students and faculty on the safe use of machining equipment as directed by the head machinist Assisted in the production of academic and personal projects related to mechanical, electrical and civil engineering Guided students and faculty in the building of mechanical systems within the manufacturing environment

Research and Development Engineer

• Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

Performed ACL interference screw design verification testing Designed and manufactured test fixtures for graft pullout tests Developed instrument tray design optimized for autoclave cycles Performed ACL interference screw design verification testing Designed and manufactured test fixtures for graft pullout tests Developed instrument tray design optimized for autoclave cycles

Facilities Engineer Intern

• Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

Managed 3-month manufacturing equipment project to facilitate the installation and start-up of manufacturing disposal equipment by defining project scope and outside contractor cost estimates Coordinated equipment installation activities between 3 separate manufacturing team shifts to minimize impact on manufacturing production Presented project status updates weekly to senior department leadership in engineering team meetings Evaluated and updated critical facility equipment protocols, vendor documents and mechanical drawings Worked closely with the Facility Engineer and facility staff to perform routine preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment within controlled clean room environments

Stockroom Associate

• Oct 2012 - Sep 2013

Duties included nightly shuttle truck loading, and stocking new freight. Duties included nightly shuttle truck loading, and stocking new freight.

Network Intelligence Analyst

• Oct 2008 - Oct 2012

Lead small team of inter-service intelligence analysts on information gathering operations Reported mission critical information using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel to senior level officials. Performed in high-pressure environments where information verification was paramount Subject matter expert for technical support of six mission-critical computer systems and two graphical interfaces Collaborated with customers to understand and fulfill their information needs with the capabilities of the work center Responsible for communication network development of high-value intelligence interests throughout the area of operations Developed and abided by strict production schedule

Stockroom Associate

• Jan 2007 - Sep 2008

Duties included nightly shuttle truck loading, and stocking new freight. Duties included nightly shuttle truck loading, and stocking new freight.

Automotive Detailer

• Jan 2006 - Nov 2006

Cashier

• Nov 2005 - Jan 2006

Lifeguard

• May 2004 - Sep 2005