Engineering Manager Product/Project Manager
Qualifications Profile
Detail-oriented and seasoned professional with extensive experience in project and engineering management. Recognized for solid work
ethic, along with the exemplary ability to efficiently handle multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. Well-versed in all
aspects of manufacturing, engineering, and leadership principles essential in driving new product development operations. Equipped
with articulate communication and interpersonal skills in building positive work relationships with clients and professionals of all
levels.
Areas of expertise include:
Manufacturing Engineering ~ Business Development ~ Cross-functional Team Leadership and Collaboration
Sales and Marketing ~ Process Improvement Strategies ~ Medical Devices ~ Product Development and Deployment
Professional Experience
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation - Jessup, PA (2009–Present)
Manager, Precision Grafts New Product Development (NPD) 2015–Present
Associate Manager, Precision Grafts NPD 2015
Senior Project Engineer 2012–2015
Project Engineer 2009–2012
Direct CNC programming for production and prototype units produced by engineering technicians
Oversee project and design engineers in administering prototype and final production tool and fixture designs
Spearheaded user and engineering requirements for new products based on the requirements provided by the end user, Marketing,
Engineering, and Regulatory departments
Preside over weekly external meetings with clients to keep them abreast of the project progress; as well as with Quality Assurance,
Production, and Regulatory departments to ensure alignment with project scope and that deliverables are met
Partner with Marketing teams on identifying and securing new opportunities, as well as streamlining new product development activities
Consult with surgeons and sales representatives in developing and commercializing new tissue forms for spinal fusion, with emphasis in
manufacturability and yield analysis for optimal production
Establish mechanical testing protocols in accordance with ASTM F2077-14 for testing intervertebral body fusion devices
Advise Finance and Marketing departments on production costs for COGs to determine service fees for new products
Key Highlights:
Successfully generated $8M-$10M in annual revenue from new product launches by directing the NPD Team for an industry-leading
allograft provider, which involved using Microsoft Project to develop, manage, and monitor project timelines while guaranteeing on-
time project delivery
Streamlined allograft release process while maintaining compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA title 21 CFR 1271.3(d)) and
International Organization for Standards (ISO 9001) guidelines to satisfy product guidance for HCT/P products
Karnel, Inc. - Clarks Summit, PA
Senior Project Manager 2006–2009
Consulted with customers on all aspects of product manufacturing, including design and specification proposal, fabrication,
installation, testing, and post-installation technical support
Utilized SolidWorks in creating steel specialty product designs for the medical, biomedical, pharmaceutical, and food processing
industries, including pharmaceutical ovens, FDA food grade hoppers, platforms, tanks, and enclosures
Exemplified expertise with several metal coatings, including powder coating, anodizing, galvanizing, ceramic coating, Teflon coating,
and painting
Key Highlights:
Employed extensive knowledge of tig, mig, and flux-cored welding, plasma and water jet cutting, and metal forming to continuously
enhance the fabrication process
Pioneered several custom steel fabrication projects within a modern high-technology metal fabrication job shop, which involved
providing project cost estimates based on material estimates, assembly labor, in-house fabrication costs, and subcontractor expenses
Pride Mobility Products - Exeter, PA
Product Manager – Exeter, PA 2005–2006
Manufacturing Engineer – Duryea, PA 2004–2005
Teamed up with the Sales and Marketing Department to define market value of products and final retail value
Conducted international travels to lead product manufacturing, quality, and distribution of lift chairs in Shanghai, China
Coordinated with suppliers to establish manufacturing guidelines, new components, and enhance existing components
Supervised the associate product manager in overseeing all aspects of the product development cycle
Key Highlights:
Directed the international and domestic lift chair products research and development for both new and current products
Oversaw all phases of the lift chair product development life cycle, including design, marketing, testing, quality control, and sales
and marketing, successfully producing $4M in annual revenue
Earlier Career
GE Oil & Gas - Bethlehem, PA, USA
Applications Specialist, Centrifugal Compressors (Contractual)
Thompson Consumer Electronics - Mexicali, Mexico
Design Engineer and Project Manager (Contractual)
PDS Solutions Engineering - Scranton, PA, USA
Mechanical Design Engineer
Amity Machine Inc. J&J Division - Alburtis, PA, USA
Machinist
Valve-Tech Inc. - Fogelsville, PA, USA
Machinist
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Williamsport, PA
Associate of Applied Science in Automated Manufacturing
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Williamsport, PA
Associate of Applied Science in Tool Making Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Williamsport, PA
NOCTI Certified in Precision Machining
Training
Leadership 101 Minitab 16 Certificate Public Speaking Mastery AutoCAD Software Operation
Microsoft Project 2007 Certificate Computer Numerical Control Certificate How to Handle Change and New Priorities
Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Robotics Calypso Water Jet Programming and Operation
MasterCAM Mill (X4) 2 and 3 Axis Training Certificate SolidWorks Parts, Assemblies & Drawings Part 1 Certification
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project) MasterCAM
SolidWorks AutoCAD MasterControl SuccessFactors PeopleSoft by Oracle for Human Capital Management
JobBOSS Shop Management Software WebEx
Patent
Siegfried, J.C. (2014). US Patent Application No. 14,671,133. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.