VICTOR D. PERHAY
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Cleveland, OH 44102 linkedin.com/pub/victor-perhay
Career BIOMEDICAL & MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Profile
Dedicated and creative team leader with strong engineering educational background
complemented by three (3) years of work experience involving hands-on research
and evaluation projects.
Able to effectively communicate complex topics to various non-technical audiences.
Explains technical concepts with ease.
Works effectively in both self-managed and team-based projects; willing to go the
extra mile for successful outcomes. Takes initiative to lead others.
Known by others to be an excellent teacher and demonstrates passion for this
industry. Seeking full-time opportunities for growth in Biomedical and/or Mechanical
Engineering.
Knowledge & Skill Areas:
Theoretical Design Report Writing Project Planning Research & Development Client
Communications Data Analysis Business Plans Classroom Instruction Presentations
Model Testing SolidWorks ISO Compliance Regulatory & Safety Compliance
Quality Assurance Standards Validations/Evaluations Medical Devices Basic Welding
Education Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, 2013 / GPA: 3.25
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, 2011 / GPA: 3.36
Fenn College of Engineering at Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH
Cum Laude, University Scholars
Project Highlights:
2013: “Post-Op Cardiac Tamponade Detector” – Observed open heart surgery
and worked with Cleveland Clinic Cardiologists, Anesthesiologists, Perfusionists, and
the Clinical Engineering Department to uncover different needs in the medical
environment. Wrote the design history file, business plan for product development,
and presentation for two professors and 20 students.
2012: “Left Ventricular Assistance Device (LVAD)” – Theoretically designed the
logic control system for the LVAD from a Class IV patient to Class II. Measured heart
beat for input to control cardiac output, systolic aortic pressure, suction, and
regurgitation. Created the design history file for FDA approval.
2011: “Valve Design for Simulation of Pulmonary Vascular Resistance” –
Served as the team leader to improve the adjustable pulmonary valve for The
Cleveland Clinic’s Continuous-Flow Artificial Heart. Redesigned the clamp and valve
system for more accurate representation of humanistic pressure. To date, this design
is successfully in use at the Clinic.
Work MATLAB Teaching Assistant, 2012 2013
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH
Experience
Taught three (3) classes to approximately 100 engineering students on subjects:
Two-Dimensional Plots, Script File Inputs/Outputs, Arrays, Function Files, and
Engineering Programming. Gave personalized, individual attention for proper
growth and learning.
Research Student, 2011 2012
The Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Led the development to test load deformations from a human cadaver knee.
Observed specimen-specific testing. Gained insight on deformation from loads
under the Joint-to-Cell project funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH).
Presented the research conducted by five (5) engineers.
Co-Ops Intern, 2010-2011; 2009-2010
Marlin Manufacturing, Parma, OH
Job Responsibilities: Studied thermocouple aspects and fabrications. Inspected parts
(100-500 per shipment per ISO 9001:2008 standards). Edited 500 -700 drawings using
AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
Overall Work Performance: Put forth consistent effort in meeting and exceeding job
requirements. Maintained a 15-hour work week schedule (and 40 hours per week
throughout summer) while attending school full-time. Recognized for hard work and
creativity.
Intern, 2010
Magna Techcraft Seating Systems, Strongsville, OH
Job Responsibilities: Designed 3-5 equipment assemblies for employees working on
the shop floor. Created a material flow sheet used for plant safety and organization.
Evaluated 10 assembly duties and ensured quality while assembling car seats.
Overall Work Performance – Put forth consistent effort in meeting and exceeding job
requirements. Maintained a 40-hour week work schedule while attending school full-
time. Recognized for passion and commitment.
Activities Cleveland Engineering Society – Joined as Member in 2013