Christopher L.

I'm a biomedical engineer with a PhD from USC and a decade of hands-on experience designing, fabricating, and characterizing medical devices — from early concept through working prototype. My work spans wearable biosensors, microneedle arrays, neural interfaces, microfluidic systems, and precision micro-scale assembly. I'm comfortable operating at the intersection of creative problem-solving and rigorous engineering: identifying manufacturing constraints early, designing around them, and delivering solutions that are both technically sound and buildable. Recent consulting work has sharpened my focus on design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA), where catching the right problem at the right stage can save a project from costly redesigns. I bring that same proactive, systems-level thinking to every engagement. My toolset includes SolidWorks, Onshape, CorelDRAW, laser micromachining, 3D printing, cleanroom microfabrication (photolithography, metal evaporation, CVD, plasma etching), and Python for data analysis. I've managed complex technical projects, coordinated cross-functional teams, and mentored 25+ researchers — so I'm equally comfortable executing detailed design work independently or collaborating closely with your team. My background is rooted in medical devices and biomedical systems, but the underlying skills — precision design, manufacturing-aware engineering, and systematic problem-solving — translate well to complex product development challenges across industries. I take on select consulting projects where I can make a meaningful contribution. If you're developing a medical device, wearable, precision instrument, or technically demanding product and need an experienced engineer who can think through the hard problems with you, I'd love to hear about your project.