Many Many Victories
Marc M Veihl
Staff Product & Process Development Engineer at Stryker
Six years launching connected medical devices—from first Wi-Fi hospital stretchers to global manufacturing transfers. Currently pursuing Northwestern's mpd² to bridge design thinking with manufacturing execution.
Leading surgical positioning device launch with 50% COGS reduction through China manufacturing transfer. Guiding contract manufacturer through first Stryker PPAP.
Led Prime Connect launch—first Wi-Fi-connected hospital stretcher generating $21M in first-year sales. Recovered critical supplier timeline through on-site Shenzhen visits.
Managed $0.75M CapEx budget. Developed internal torque specification capability across 60+ tools. Built COVID Emergency Relief Bed production cells.
Part-time program alongside full-time role. Coursework in sustainable design, materials selection, life cycle assessment, and product strategy.
Biomedical Engineering concentration. Alumni Distinguished Scholar, Honors College. GPA: 3.95/4.0.
DFMA, Process Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PPAP, SCADA, SPC, DMAIC, Injection Molding, PCBA Integration, Python, Data Visualization
Make vs. Buy Analysis, NPV/IRR Modeling, CapEx Management, Supplier Negotiation, Tariff Strategy, Product Roadmapping
Cross-Functional Teams, Global Coordination (China, Mexico), Operator Training, Stakeholder Management, Crisis Recovery
Placeholder for upcoming coursework in product roadmapping, competitive analysis, and go-to-market strategy development.
Placeholder for human-centered design project applying ethnographic research and rapid prototyping methodologies.
Placeholder for LCA coursework analyzing embodied energy, material selection criteria, and environmental impact assessment.
Placeholder for final capstone integrating product development, manufacturing strategy, and business case presentation.