Rachel Budke
About Rachel Budke
Rachel Budke is an Associate Engineer in the Engineering Development Program at AtriCure, Inc., where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati, along with certificates in Professional Writing and Creative Writing.
Current Role at AtriCure
Rachel Budke currently serves as an Associate Engineer in the Engineering Development Program at AtriCure, Inc. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to various engineering projects and initiatives within the company. Her role involves applying her engineering knowledge and skills to support product development and design assurance efforts.
Previous Experience at AtriCure
Rachel Budke has extensive experience at AtriCure, Inc., having worked in multiple roles. She was an Operations Co-op for three months in 2018, a Regulatory Co-op for four months in 2017, and a Product Development Co-op for seven months in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Design Assurance Consultant for six months from 2019 to 2020. These positions provided her with a solid foundation in various aspects of engineering and operations within the medical device industry.
Educational Background
Rachel Budke studied at the University of Cincinnati, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering from 2015 to 2020. She also completed undergraduate certificates in Professional Writing and Creative Writing, along with a minor in English Studies. Her education focused on Research Translation Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RTIE), equipping her with a diverse skill set applicable to engineering and communication.
Early Career Experience
Before her current role, Rachel Budke gained experience in various positions. She worked as a Student Writer at Odyssey for eight months in 2016 and as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center for seven months in the same year. Additionally, she held seasonal positions at Gold Top Dairy Bar and as a Sales Associate at Bath & Body Works, which contributed to her professional development.
High School Education
Rachel Budke completed her high school education at McAuley High School from 2011 to 2015. This foundational education prepared her for her subsequent studies in engineering and writing at the University of Cincinnati.