
I thrive on untangling complex engineering challenges, particularly where innovative technology intersects with nature-based climate solutions. My passion lies in designing robust, reliable systems that make a tangible positive impact on our planet's ecosystems.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Developed mechanical and mechatronic systems, robots, and test equipment for over 25 years.
Pioneering the application of Nature Tech and Forest Tech for climate and biodiversity solutions.
Can help others by providing expert systems engineering and innovative problem-solving for environmental challenges.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Engineering at SRI
Spent a decade as a Senior Research Engineer, building a strong foundation in research and development.
✦ Research
✦ Systems Engineering
✦ Robotics
Innovation & Leadership at Google
Led mechanical design and systems engineering for over nine years, honing skills in large-scale product development.
✦ Mechanical Engineering
✦ Product Design
✦ Reliability Engineering
Climate Tech Frontier
Currently applying extensive engineering expertise to climate and biodiversity solutions, exploring new tech applications.
✦ Climate Tech
✦ Nature Tech
✦ Systems Engineering
💪🏻 Superpowers
Complex Problem Solver
Mastering the ill-defined and driving innovative solutions.
✦ Identifies critical issues and dives deep into research, design, and analysis.
✦ Balances informality with structured processes for timely project completion.
✦ Designs novel mechanisms and robots for unique challenges.
Reliability Engineering Guru
Building robust systems for extreme conditions.
✦ Ensures product reliability across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
✦ Mitigates risks from harsh environments and unexpected user interactions.
✦ Applies root cause analysis to prevent failures and enhance durability.
Climate Tech Visionary
Leveraging technology for ecological solutions.
✦ Focuses on Nature Tech and Forest Tech applications.
✦ Seeks to amplify nature-based solutions for climate and biodiversity crises.
✦ Explores innovative approaches to environmental challenges.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovators in climate and nature-based technology.
✦ Discovering cross-disciplinary approaches to environmental challenges.
✦ Finding collaborators for impactful, sustainable technology ventures.
I can help with
✦ Offering deep expertise in mechanical and systems engineering for novel projects.
✦ Providing guidance on reliability and robust design for complex systems.
✦ Sharing insights on integrating technology with nature-based climate solutions.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging startups or research groups in climate and biodiversity tech.
✦ Finding partners with expertise in ecological restoration or conservation.
✦ Connecting with organizations focused on policy or funding for climate solutions.