Experience & Education

Experience

1. Senior Medical Device Engineer — Dexcom

   Feb 2026 – Present
   • Lead engineer for evaluation of 5 novel Sensor Connect technologies from component to system-level; successfully navigated the Proof of Concept (PoC) phase to R&D transfer within an accelerated 1-year timeline.
   • Lead high-priority R&D projects for next-gen sensor, thermal sensing, and alternative sterilization methods.
   • Developed custom electromechanical fixtures to validate sensor design levers and correlate FEA models; achieved a 50% improvement in sensor survival and clinical performance through data-driven bench testing.
   • Established system-level test strategy by outlining multi-level waterfall test procedures; identified and mitigated complex mechanical, electrical, and electrochemical failure modes.
   • Synthesized and presented datasets to cross-functional teams and leadership, influencing product decisions.
2. Medical Device Engineer II — Dexcom

   Sep 2022 – Feb 2026
   • Drove failure analysis investigations using structured problem-solving (Ishikawa/Fishbone); partnered with ME, FW, and EE teams to pinpoint root causes and drive yield improvements from 30% to >95%.
   • Developed and characterized early-stage manufacturing processes and facilitated the transfer downstream.
   • Authored and executed novel test protocols based on ASTM/ISO standards (e.g., drop testing, sterile barrier, leakage current); released all technical documentation within PLM systems.
   • Analyzed and presented large datasets via Python, MATLAB, and JMP, ensuring confidence and reliability levels.
   • Directed vendor partnerships for custom material development and outsourced performance testing.
   • Managed lab operations, including training technicians on build procedures and scheduling multi-team testing.
3. Research and Development Engineer Intern — Starlight Cardiovascular

   Nov 2021 – Jun 2022
   • Evaluation of novel cardiovascular stent and microcatheter systems for pediatric congenital heart disease (CHD).
   • Mechanical bench assessments to down select designs and simulate clinical use.
4. Process Engineer Intern — Coherus Biosciences

   Jun 2021 – Sep 2021
   • Data mining and process analysis of outsourced manufacturing operations for immuno-oncology therapies.
   • Identification of batch-to-batch deviation root causes and improvement opportunities.