Bridget Frost
About Bridget Frost
Bridget Frost serves as the Director of Research & Development at AtriCure, Inc., where she has worked since 2017. With a background in biomedical engineering and experience in various roles, she is dedicated to mentoring young engineers and supporting their career growth.
Work at AtriCure
Bridget Frost has been with AtriCure, Inc. since 2017, serving as the Director of Research & Development. In this role, she has played a significant part in advancing the company's research initiatives and product development strategies. Prior to her current position, she led AtriCure's co-op program for several years, which focused on integrating academic learning with practical engineering experience. Additionally, she coordinated the Engineering Development Program, further contributing to the professional growth of emerging engineers within the organization.
Previous Experience in Medical Devices
Before joining AtriCure, Bridget Frost worked at Minimally Invasive Devices as the Manufacturing Operations Manager from 2010 to 2017. During her seven years in this role, she managed various aspects of manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in production processes. Earlier in her career, she held a position as an Associate Biomedical Engineer at AtriCure for five months in 2008, where she gained foundational experience in biomedical engineering. She also worked at Bed Bath & Beyond as a Front End Lead from 2009 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Bridget Frost earned her Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Wright State University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices relevant to the medical device industry. Her expertise encompasses research and development, manufacturing operations, and engineering program coordination, making her a valuable asset in her field.
Mentoring and Development Initiatives
Bridget Frost has a strong passion for mentoring and developing college students and young engineers. She finds it rewarding to support their career growth and development. Her commitment to fostering new talent is evident in her leadership roles, where she has actively engaged in programs aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of emerging professionals in the engineering sector.