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Test Validation Consultant / Product Developer Engineer for Medical Device Companies

Stuttgart, Deutschland
Weltweit
Master Mechanical Engineer Degree, Faculty of Engineering, University Lucian Blaga of Sibiu, Romania
Stuttgart, Deutschland
Weltweit
Master Mechanical Engineer Degree, Faculty of Engineering, University Lucian Blaga of Sibiu, Romania

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Über mich

Senior Freelance Engineering Consultant with 17+ years of experience in Medical Devices, Design Verification, Test Method Validation (TMV), IQ/OQ/PQ, NPI Quality, Metrology and Product Development. Specialized in technical problem-solving, validation and engineering solutions.

Skills

Validation & Qualification Protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Expertise in writing and executing Validation/Qualification Protocols (URS/IQ/OQ/PQ) for measurement and testing equipment in medical device and pharmaceutical environments, including compliance with cGMP and customer requirements.

Metrology Engineering & 3D Measurement
Extensive experience in metrology engineering, including 3D measurements using CMM systems (Calypso, PC-Dmis), GD&T, Gage R&R, and managing metrology projects for NPI and production operations within budget and timelines.

Quality Engineering & ISO Standards
Deep knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 16949, and ISO 9001 standards, applied in medical device and automotive industries, including MSA, SPC, Minitab, data integrity, and test method validation.

Product Development & Prototyping
Hands-on experience in product conception, evaluation, designing and building prototypes, 3D printing parts, and intellectual property protection including Pro-se inventor and patent ownership.

Lean Six Sigma
Training and application of Lean Six Sigma methodologies to support process improvement and quality optimization in manufacturing and laboratory environments.

testXpert & Calypso Software
Proficiency in testXpert autoinjectors software for design verification test methods and Calypso software for coordinate measuring machine programming and inspection planning.

Statistical Process Control (SPC) & MSA
Application of Statistical Process Control and Measurement Systems Analysis using MiniTab to ensure procedural efficiency and measurement reliability.

Drug Delivery Devices
Experience working with drug delivery devices including subcutaneous self-injection devices and insulin pumps, supporting validation and quality activities in compliance with medical device standards.

Team Leading & Laboratory Management
Proven ability to lead and coach laboratory teams, manage calibration activities, identify metrology standards, and mentor lab technicians and assistants.

Continental Labs Intercomparing & Laboratory Investments
Experience in continental laboratory intercomparison activities and managing laboratory investments including equipment procurement and installation.

Erfahrung

Berufserfahrungmehr als 10 Jahre
Freelancer seit2014

Sprachen

EnglischverhandlungssicherFranzösischgutRumänischMuttersprache

Projekthistorie

Product Developer Freelancer

Self-employed (Freelancer)
Idea conception and evaluation. Designing, 3D printing parts and building prototypes for new products. Intellectual Property Protection - Pro-se inventor. Licensing products.

Senior Quality Engineer Freelancer

ViCentra B.V., Utrecht, Netherlands
Successfully managed NPI activities by combining Quality and Validation responsibilities for new version of the Kaleido insulin pump. Supported development by reviewing and approving product and manufacturing drawings, ensuring compliance with medical device standards. Managed validation of manufacturing and measuring equipment as well as test method validation. Collaborated with R&D, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and QA/RA to implement quality controls, mitigate risks, and ensure robust documentation.

Product Developer Freelancer

Self-employed (Freelancer)
Idea conception and evaluation. Designing, 3D printing parts and building prototypes for new products. Intellectual Property Protection - Pro-se inventor. Licensing products.

Test Validation Freelancer

Haselmeier, A medmix Brand, Stuttgart, Germany
Successfully managed the writing and execution of Validation/Qualification Protocols (URS/IQ/OQ/PQ) for Zwick Roell testing machine. Successfully managed to validate the design verification test methods for autoinjectors using testXpert software. Proposed and implemented new idea design for a simpler and more efficient jig for holding the autoinjectors.

Product Developer Freelancer

Self-employed (Freelancer)
Idea conception and evaluation, designing and building prototypes, 3D printing parts, intellectual property protection, Pro-se inventor, owner of two USA patents, licensing products.

Metrology Validation Consultant

Phillips Medisize, Trhove Sviny, Czech Republic
Metrology validation consulting at Phillips Medisize, a global-leader in outsource design, development and technology-driven manufacturing in the medical device and diagnostics, drug delivery, primary pharmaceutical packaging, and commercial markets.

Metrology Validation Consultant

Phillips Medisize, Trhove Sviny, Czech Republic
Defining Validation/Qualification deliverables including requirements documents, functional and design specifications, qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), and summary reports. Managing writing and execution of Validation/Qualification Protocols (URS/IQ/OQ/PQ) for Zeiss O-Inspect CMM and a Leakage Tester. Generating validation protocols and reports in accordance with cGMP. Acting as Metrology Lead CMO and CMO projects. Developing, reviewing and optimizing test methods and Work Instructions. Writing and reviewing GRR protocols and reporting. Measurement data statistical analyses and reporting. Execution of standard production and NPI metrology. Assessing and following up on Metrology related complaints and NCRs. Developing inspection plans for measuring equipment including Calypso software.

Lab Manager

Marquardt, Sibiu, Romania
Coordinating and coaching laboratory team members (15 employees in the lab). Carrying out testing activities to meet the requirements of standard 16949 to support product quality. Mentoring lab staff and training lab technicians and assistants on the correct use of lab equipment. Managing calibration activities and identifying metrology standards for site.

Metrology Engineer

Bespak Medical, Kings Lynn, UK
Managing metrology projects for NPI and operations, including buying, installing, and validating equipment and fixtures within budget and timelines. Developing metrology solutions by creating CMM programs (PC-Dmis Pro 2012 MR1, Calypso 5.4) and ensuring proper data collection, risk assessments, and documentation. Supporting product development by reviewing designs and components. Handling supplier management by sourcing, evaluating, and overseeing manufacturers. Researching new metrology technologies and proposing improvements.

Lead Metrology/Test Engineer

Continental Automotive Systems, Sibiu, Romania
Coordinating and coaching laboratory team members. Managing significant revenue and capital budgets, choosing technologies for product introduction. Using metrology tools to support and validate NPI needs, identifying, designing and introducing inspection gauges and fixtures. Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings/models (GD&T) and finding the right measurement methods. Writing CMM programs using PC-Dmis and Calypso. Producing first article inspection reports. Carrying out Statistical Process Control and Measurement Systems Analysis (MiniTab, SPC, MSA). Ensuring procedural efficiency and safe working practices within the laboratory. Responsible for technical analysis including materials check, PPAP samples, microscopic analysis, 3D measurements, and force measurements.

Quality Product Engineer

SIEMENS Electrical Installation Technology SRL, Sibiu, Romania
Supervising the processes of quality, monitoring quality key indicators, 8D method - internally and customer complaints. Maintaining contact with all suppliers regarding the quality of products and services provided. Planning and implementing quality controlling, continuously elaborating and updating technical documentation. Training product auditors.

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