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S5E5 Tom Kress | Medical Device Engineering Leaders 6

Being an Engineer · 2 Feb 2024 · 35m · Episode 5

What this episode covers

Tom Kress, a medical device engineering leader with over 15 years of experience, discusses his career path from chemical engineering to leading cross-functional teams at companies like Medtronic and BD. He shares insights on the traits of successful engineers, such as curiosity and persistence, and addresses the challenges of workplace politics and imposter syndrome in leadership roles. Kress also explores future trends in medical device manufacturing, including the integration of AI for predictive maintenance and the cost barriers of additive manufacturing.

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established companies

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Companies
Medtronic, BD, Pipeline Design & Engineering
Tools
CNC, ChatGPT

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