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United States

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Chief engineer leading a team developing hybrid instrumentation for analytical and life science applications.

Profile Summary

I am the Principal of ZEDion, a specialized engineering and product development firm focused on analytical instrumentation, life science systems, and automation. Backed by a team with over 75 years of combined experience, I work closely with startups, research groups, and OEMs to develop high-performance instruments and devices from concept through to scalable production. My background spans mechanical and electrical engineering, embedded systems, product design, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on hybrid systems that combine hardware, firmware, and data-driven workflows. Much of my work centers around designing custom scientific and medical systems that require precision, integration, and reliability. I’ve led the development of compact analytical instruments with integrated optics and sensors, created thermal control systems for laser therapy devices, and architected embedded platforms that support modular automation across a wide range of applications. I also support regulatory documentation and quality systems, including ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliance, and have designed digital QMS frameworks for remote engineering teams. My expertise includes embedded control systems, modular hardware design, system modeling, sample handling automation, thermal and fluidic systems, and control software integration. I have supported multiple SBIR/STTR grant programs delivering the hardware systems to complete the grant research. We also support feasibility studies, risk analysis, and early-stage system architecture. I offer end-to-end consulting services for R&D projects including concept development, prototyping, technical documentation, regulatory strategy, and cross-functional engineering leadership. I bring a systems-level perspective to every project and thrive on solving interdisciplinary challenges where precision engineering meets scientific discovery. If you're working on a novel instrument, device, or automation platform and need a deeply technical yet collaborative development partner, I’d be glad to help. Let’s build something that lasts....from sample to signal.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Instrumentation Engineering
• ★ Systems Engineering
• ★ Engineering Design
• ☆ Electrical Engineering
• ☆ Electronics Engineering
• ☆ Integrated Circuits/Microchips
• ☆ Computer Engineering
• ☆ Electro-Optics
• ☆ Safety & Reliability Engineering
• ☆ Computer-Aided Engineering
• ☆ Pneumatics
• ☆ Embedded Systems
• ☆ Product Evaluation
• ☆ Device Fabrication
• ☆ Electronic Manufacturing
• ☆ CNC Machining
• ☆ Product Compliance
• ☆ Concept Development
• ☆ 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing

Services

• Writing
• Consulting
• Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, Business & Legal Writing

Consulting Scientific and Technical Consulting, Regulatory Consulting, Manufacturing Consulting

Product Development Product Evaluation, Product Validation, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC), Product Compliance , Concept Development, Product Launch Support, Prototyping, Device Fabrication

Work Experience

Chief Engineer

ZED Services (ZEDion)

April 2019 - Present

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Prosolia Inc.

July 2012 - June 2019

Mechanical Engineer II

Beckman Coulter

June 2009 - July 2012

Quality and Repair Engnieering Intern

GE Aviation: Tri-Remanufacturing

March 2008 - April 2009

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Rose-Hulman Ventures

December 2006 - March 2008

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - United States

August 2005 - May 2009

Certifications

• UL Knowledge Solutions - Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use Equipment: Designing for Compliance to IEC 61010-1 3rd Edition

  International Accreditors for Continuing Education & Training (IACET)

  November 2014 - Present