Send us Fan Mail In the seventh episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur welcomes David Malouf. David shares insights on overcoming common engineering challenges, employing effective tools and techniques, fostering psychological safety, and experimenting with new technologies and unconventional approaches to streamline workflows. Main Topics Covered: Introduction to RF engineering and David Malouf's background Challenges in defining objectives and managing stakeho...
Oct 25, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 43
Send us Fan Mail This is a continuation in our ongoing series about How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of planning and execution, balancing problem-solving and asking for help, the role of checklists, the impact of leadership and team culture, effective communication and collaboration, risk management and building relationships, and lessons learned from past challenges. Main Topics: The balance between speeding up projects and avoiding...
Oct 18, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 42
Send us Fan Mail In the fifth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Jim Gabriel. Jim shares his insights on overcoming common bottlenecks, effective decision-making, fostering psychological safety, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven performance improvement, and lessons learned from attempts to expedite engineering processes. Main Topics: Identifying and addressing bottlenecks in engineering projects Empowering teams to make effective decisio...
Oct 11, 2024•46 min•Season 5Ep. 41
Send us Fan Mail In the fourth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Tony Dietz. . Tony emphasized the importance of clear communication, focusing on objectives, deadlines, and effort levels. Dietz shared examples from his diverse background, including a NASA wind tunnel project and a cost-effective earplug test using a $7 heating pad. He highlighted the value of field interaction with customers and using simple tools like Lego for prototyping. Dietz...
Oct 04, 2024•52 min•Season 5Ep. 40
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Aaron Moncur interviews Bradley Rothenberg about nTopology and its unique approach to computational design and engineering software. Bradley discusses the origins of nTopology and how it differs from traditional CAD tools. He explains how nTopology captures requirements in algorithms rather than geometry definitions. Bradley also covers nTopology’s applications in additive manufacturing and its tight integration with simulation tools. Main Topics: The found...
Sep 27, 2024•46 min•Season 5Ep. 39
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Istvan Csanady, the founder and CEO of Shaper3D, a pioneering 3D modeling app that is transforming the CAD industry. Istvan discusses Shaper3D's vision to create a powerful, yet intuitive CAD tool for the modern era, focusing on mobility, ease of use, and collaboration. He shares insights into the company's business strategy, the challenges of balancing simplicity and sophistication, and the exciting roadmap for future features. Main Topi...
Sep 20, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 38
Send us Fan Mail In this third episode of the special series on Accelerating the Speed of Engineering, Joe Moak discusses key bottlenecks like changing requirements, development failures, and design challenges. He also covers strategies for managing scope changes, balancing problem-solving with team development, using tools to fail fast and cheaply, implementing checklists for success, and fostering psychological safety. Joe shares unconventional methods to expedite engineering, along with guidi...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 37
Send us Fan Mail This is the second episode in a series focused on how to accelerate the speed of engineering. Callye Keen shares his insights and strategies for speeding up engineering projects, including addressing common bottlenecks, leveraging cross-functional collaboration, and utilizing tools and technologies to improve efficiency. Main Topics: Balancing autonomy and asking for help among engineers Strategies for failing fast and inexpensively through prototyping Importance of creating a p...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 36
Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of a special series on tools for accelerating engineering, host Aaron Moncur engages in a thought-provoking conversation with TJ Strang, an experienced leader in the medical device industry. Together, they explore the challenges that often hinder engineering projects and share insights on how to overcome them. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, focusing on ways to enhance efficiency, support team development, and improve communication within engi...
Aug 30, 2024•48 min•Season 5Ep. 35
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Edward Jaeck shares his insights on accelerating the speed of engineering. He discusses his experiences at companies like Intel, Medtronic, and Lowell, and how those shaped his approach to growth and quality management at SINE18. Edward delves into topics such as the use of Minitab and other data analysis tools, supply chain management, the importance of GD&T in product design, strategic planning for engineering businesses, and the impact of FDA regulations ...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 34
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Devon Copeland. The conversation covers topics such as the engineering decision-making process, the importance of side projects, traceability in manufacturing, implementing a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and strategies for accelerating engineering speed. Main Topics: Copeland's childhood experiences that inspired him to become an engineer Engineering projects, such as the American Solar Challenge, and communication strategies Ins...
Aug 16, 2024•46 min•Season 5Ep. 33
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Todd Mansfield. They discuss Todd's career journey, his work at companies like House of Design Robotics and Echo Safety Group, and his current role at OneIPM, where he focuses on integrated project management solutions. They cover topics such as the benefits of OneIPM's seamless integration with Onshape, the future of CAD software, the use of Agile methodologies in hardware teams, and strategies for accelerating engineering speed. Main To...
Aug 09, 2024•48 min•Season 5Ep. 32
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jad Allam discusses his journey into engineering, starting as a process engineer at Applied Medical and eventually becoming a Group Vice President. He shares his experiences in scaling up the Gen 2 Voyant device production, including the challenges faced and how his team overcame them. Jad also talks about his involvement in educational initiatives as the chairman of the board of the International School for Science and Culture. Main Topics: Jad Allam's path to ...
Aug 02, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 31
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Camden Shuman discusses his experiences as a co-op student at Siemens Healthineers, where he has gained valuable hands-on experience in mechanical design work. He also shares insights about his entrepreneurial venture, "The Engineering Way" newsletter, which aims to help engineering students and professionals develop their soft skills and network. Main Topics: Engineering education and the challenges of transitioning from high school to college The difference be...
Jul 26, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 30
Send us Fan Mail Steve Gompertz discusses the complexities of navigating the regulatory landscape in the medical device industry. He shares insights on the evolution of global regulations, the balance between innovation and quality control, and strategies for developing effective quality management systems for companies of all sizes. Main Topics: Regulatory compliance in medical devices Tailoring quality management approaches for small vs. large companies The core components of a quality system ...
Jul 19, 2024•52 min•Season 5Ep. 29
Send us Fan Mail Today we continue our “Open to Work” series by welcoming Aaron Gebauer. Aaron Gebauer shares his extensive career journey and insights into implementing SolidWorks PDM, managing job transitions, the importance of professional development and networking, and finding balance during uncertain periods. Aaron is now seeking new opportunities to advance engineering teams to higher levels of performance and we are excited to share his extensive experience and insights with the Being An...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 28
Send us Fan Mail Andy discusses his background growing up on a farm and how it shaped his work ethic. He talks about his experience founding Engineering Consultants and working with medical device startups. Key topics include challenges in commercializing devices, balancing an inventor's vision with engineering feasibility, and advice for engineers entering the field. Main Topics: Medical device regulations Challenges in commercialization Balancing an inventor's vision Stem cell and gene therapy...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 27
Send us Fan Mail The next PDX event is coming up – so mark your calendars for Thursday July 18th… ...and this one is free (and online)! In this event, simulation expert and 35 year veteran of the industry Krishna Raichur will teach you the basics of setting up, running, and evaluating results of FEA simulations. You’ll learn how early-stage simulation can help reduce development times, decrease warranty costs, and reduce part weight through topology optimization. This is not a sales pitch. As wi...
Jul 03, 2024•2 min
Send us Fan Mail Patrick Jreijiri shares his journey in product design, mechanical engineering, entrepreneurship, and growing his freelance product development company. He discusses challenges he overcame like competing with cheaper labor abroad and the loneliness of remote work. Patrick also provides insights on processes like prototyping early and drawing inspiration from different engineering fields. Main Topics: Patrick's background and discovery of his passion for inventions Experiences sta...
Jun 28, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 26
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a special episode of the "Being an Engineer" podcast, marking the beginning of our new "Open to Work" series. Part of the stated purpose of the BAE podcast is to “connect with the companies, technologies, people, resources, and opportunities featured on our show.” In alignment with that purpose, my goal for this open to work series is to provide a platform for engineers who are currently seeking new opportunities, sharing their experiences and insights in an open and ...
Jun 21, 2024•43 min•Season 5Ep. 25
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into Dion's remarkable journey in medical device manufacturing. We explore his wealth of experience and expertise, spanning crucial aspects such as product development, regulatory submissions, and the implementation of various manufacturing technologies. Main Topics: Pneumatic welding process challenges and qualifications Best practices for developing and optimizing nitinol welding processes Experience overcoming a tough FDA regulatory hurdle Principles...
Jun 14, 2024•43 min•Season 5Ep. 24
Send us Fan Mail The episode discusses Jim Cuseo's engineering journey and lessons learned over his career. He shares insights on defining requirements, developing complex products, scaling operations, and leading large teams. Main Topics: Defining clear product requirements Developing subsystems while considering broader context Accelerating engineering through effective processes Common mistakes and how to avoid them Emerging technologies impacting design About the guest: Jim Cuseo is a season...
Jun 07, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 23
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of the Being An Engineer podcast. Today, we're excited to host James Trevelyan. James shares insights from his extensive research and experience on effective collaboration, cultural differences in engineering practice, value creation, and accelerating engineering development through experimentation. Main Topics: Engineering collaboration skills Communication vs email Cultural impacts on innovation Project failures due to collaboration issues Improving ...
May 31, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 22
Send us Fan Mail Chris shares his invaluable insights and experiences from his remarkable 35+ year career in medical device innovation. He discusses how he got into engineering without a formal degree, his early career path working at startups in Silicon Valley, and advice for others looking to get into engineering. Main Topics: How Chris got into engineering through curiosity and building things rather than deciding on it as a career His early challenges in math but passion for science and tech...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 21
Send us Fan Mail Francis shares his journey from software engineer to engineering manager to coach. He discusses strategies for balancing product development and organizational growth when scaling teams quickly. Listeners will greatly benefit from Francis's insights on accelerating their careers, enhancing productivity, and adopting best technical and leadership practices. Join us as we delve into the wisdom and experiences of a coach who has been instrumental in shaping the success of numerous ...
May 17, 2024•50 min•Season 5Ep. 20
Send us Fan Mail Aaron Moncur interviews Krishna Raichur about his journey, Krishna shares his insights into simulation technologies, the evolution of engineering tools, and the impact of digital twins and AI/ML algorithms on the industry. Main Topics: Krishna's background and journey to simulation engineering Benefits and challenges of simulation implementation Case study on simulating blood flow in an artificial heart design Static vs dynamic simulation, material properties and limitations Cos...
May 10, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 19
Send us Fan Mail PDX offers a dynamic bootcamp-style experience tailored exclusively for engineers engaged in the design and development of hard goods products. Unlike conventional conference presentations, our interactive event fosters direct engagement between the industry’s highest-performing subject matter experts and ambitious engineers, facilitating the transfer of practical skills and knowledge across the PDX community. Participants not only benefit from invaluable insights shared by seas...
May 08, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Send us Fan Mail Joe Moak shares his experience with the podcast working at high-profile companies such as Apple & Sonos, and also gives us a glimpse into “the best place he has ever worked” (Maestro PD). Companies are always looking for those elusive “A” players to join their teams, and it is very clear that Joe qualifies under that definition. Joe Moak earned his mechanical engineering degree at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. To sum up, Listen to this episode to l...
May 03, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Send us Fan Mail PDX offers a dynamic bootcamp-style experience tailored exclusively for engineers engaged in the design and development of hard goods products. Unlike conventional conference presentations, our interactive event fosters direct engagement between the industry’s highest-performing subject matter experts and ambitious engineers, facilitating the transfer of practical skills and knowledge across the PDX community. Participants not only benefit from invaluable insights shared by seas...
May 01, 2024•10 min•Season 5Ep. 17
Send us Fan Mail Shobana discusses her remarkable engineering career journey through tech giants like Roku, Netflix, Yahoo and Symantec. She shares insights on engineering leadership, building innovative solutions, and her commitment to diversity in STEM. Main Topics: Shobana's pivotal career moments Lessons on Engineering Leadership Navigating unknowns as lead for Netflix's House of Cards Achieving groundbreaking results through diverse teams About the guest: Shobana Radhakrishnan is a distingu...
Apr 26, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 17
