Self-driven, resourceful medical device engineer with demonstrated success in the research and development of orthopedic medical devices, including surgical instruments and implants. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while achieving company goals and deadlines.
EDUCATION
Wright State University Dayton, Ohio
• Master of Science Degree, Biomedical Engineering June, 2012 o GPA: 4.0
• Bachelor of Science Degree, Biomedical Engineering June, 2010 o GPA: 3.5
CAREER EXPERIENCE
Research Engineer Zimmer, Inc. – Warsaw, Indiana
May 2014-present
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams on a major effort to remediate design history files for Zimmer total knee replacement systems and surgical instruments based on FDA Quality Systems Regulations (CFR Title 21, Part 820) related to device design risk analysis, design verification and validation, and design/process change verification.
• Provide computational, analytical, and mechanical testing support for the design verification and validation of orthopedic devices based on FDA guidance and industry standards such as ISO 13485. Investigate product complaints per Zimmer CAPA system and perform root cause analysis to address and resolve design issues in a timely manner.
• Initiated, developed, and successfully completed D.O.E. study to determine the effect of increased hex-socket depth tolerance on driver engagement and torsional shear resistance in tibial baseplate augment attachment screws.
Project Test Engineer
Accutek Testing Laboratory, LLC – Cincinnati, Ohio
July 2013 – May 2014
• Collaborated with medical device manufacturers to develop mechanical testing protocols to evaluate device design per ISO and ASTM standards.
• Designed and implemented novel a test plan strategy to evaluate and characterize several industry-leading porous implant coatings.
• Led the design and development of new proprietary torsional load cells for use on Accutek Knee Wear Simulators.
• Issued detailed reports and presentations to customers and supervisors based on testing results.
• Utilized SolidWorks to design and modify test fixtures and mechanical equipment using standard GD&T practices.
Researcher
WSU Device Development Center – Dayton, Ohio December 2010 – June 2012
• Collaborated with other researchers, surgeons on the design of novel total ankle replacement systems.
• Designed and completed experiments utilizing finite element analysis to approximate w...
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