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About me
I am currently a Process Development Mechanical Engineer at Applied Medical, where I continuously work with diverse Teams in order to design, optimize, and validate robust manufacturing processes that maximize yield, reliability, and production efficiency in addition to translating complex medical device manufacturing processes into repeatable, FDA-compliant production lines through iterative prototyping, testing, and cross-functional problem-solving.
Education
2016- 2022
San Diego State University
I graduated from San Diego State University having achieved a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Throughout my education at San Diego State University, I was able to learn and develop valuable knowledge and skills that will help me in my career as a Mechanical Engineer.
Experience
November 2023- Present
Manufacturing Process Development Engineer I/II
Applied Medical
My role at Applied medical as a Manufacturing Process Development Engineer, has involved designing and editing parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, executed GD&T optical profile inspections, and created testing protocols/evaluation reports to validate manufacturing tooling, as well as leading a component rework initiative to save out-of-spec parts, significantly reducing estimated scrap costs. In addition, I have managed a device design change projects via Gantt charts, ensuring SOP/Validation compliance, tracking documentation, and releasing Change Master Forms. Part of my role also includes investigating non-conformances using the 5M+E framework, authoring root-cause investigation reports, and collaborating with R&D and floor operators to redesign tooling for manufacturability.
September 2022- August 2023
Associate Mechanical Engineer
Cubic Corporation
My role at Cubic Corporation involved providing full support for the manufacturing subsection of Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS), Trafficware. In this position I gained valuable experience in the manufacturing and product lifecycle management areas of the engineering industry, via an international pathway, working across borders. Being bilingual, I had the unique opportunity of being able to work as the "middleman" within the engineering/manufacturing spectrum of Trafficware. In addition, I gained valuable experience in diverse software such as AutoCAD Mechanical, SOLIDWORKS, Aras PLM, MATLAB, etc.
May 2022- September 2023
Assistant Field Service Engineer
Bear General Repair
As a Field Service Engineer I was tasked with analyzing, finding, and fixing any mechanical and electrical issues in diverse major appliances. With the help of countless tools and other experienced Field Service Engineers, I gained valuable hands on problem solving and analytical skills that have helped me delve further into the technical aspects of my career.
May 2021- August 2021
Engineering Development Intern
MAKESafe Tools Inc.
Over the summer of 2021, I had the opportunity to work as an intern at MAKESafe Tools Inc., where I was able to gain valuable skills working with machinery and tools, such as a bandsaw, lathe, a drill press, an oscilloscope, solder station, and a digital thermometer with thermocouples. In addition, my main task during the internship was to gather thermal data on different electronic components, including TRIACS and bridge rectifiers, to be able to compare each of their thermal failure points and determine which would be best for certain electronic applications. I also learned how to solder electrical components, how to properly clean PCBs for use, and how to create engineering spreadsheets along with computerized data plots.