S5E24 Dion Lopes | Manufacturing processes & Implementing New Technologies
S5E24 Dion Lopes | Manufacturing processes & Implementing New Technologies  
Podcast: Being an Engineer
Published On: Fri Jun 14 2024
Description: Send us Fan MailIn 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 qualificationsBest practices for developing and optimizing nitinol welding processes  Experience overcoming a tough FDA regulatory hurdlePrinciples for mentorship, failure, and learning in engineeringEvaluating and implementing new technologiesSkills required for today's manufacturing engineersAbout the guest: Dion Lopes is an accomplished engineering leader with a deep track record in the medical device industry. Dion's career highlights include key roles at several top organizations, such as Director of Manufacturing Engineering at Imperative Care, Senior Manager of Manufacturing and Production at Intersect ENT (now part of Medtronic), and various leadership positions at PneumRx and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. Links:Dion Lopes - LinkedIn  Subscribe to the show to get notified so you don't miss new episodes every Friday.The Being An Engineer podcast is brought to you by Pipeline Design & Engineering. Pipeline partners with medical & other device engineering teams who need turnkey equipment like cycle test machines, custom test fixtures, automation equipment, assembly jigs, inspection stations and more. You can find us at www.teampipeline.usWatch the show on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TeamPipelineus