Akiro Duey
About Akiro Duey
Akiro Duey is an Engineering Co-op with experience at Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Olympus, and the City of Oakland. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University and has a background in music and sports.
Professional Experience
Akiro Duey has accumulated diverse experience in the engineering field through various roles. He worked at Medtronic as an Engineering Co-op for 5 months in 2019, contributing to the development of a surgical robotic system aimed at competing with the Intuitive Surgical Da Vinci robot. In 2017, he served as an R&D Engineering Co-op at Olympus in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, supporting endoscopy and urology medical device projects. He held a position as Host and Food Runner at Fentons Creamery & Restaurant in Oakland, California, during 2016 for 3 months. He also gained engineering experience as an intern with the City of Oakland from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Akiro Duey completed his Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University, where he studied from 2015 to 2020. His academic foundation was laid at Oakland Technical High School, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. During his time at Northeastern University, he actively participated in engineering projects and contributed to advanced medical device development. This educational background has provided him with a solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practical problem-solving skills.
Boston Scientific Co-op Role
At Boston Scientific, Akiro Duey held an Engineering Co-op position where he worked on the hemostasis clip project team. His role involved supporting the development and refinement of medical devices, contributing to the improvement of endoscopy and urology products. This experience allowed him to apply his mechanical engineering knowledge in a crucial medical technology context.
Involvement in Engineering Projects
Throughout his professional journey, Akiro Duey has actively engaged in several significant engineering projects. At Medtronic, he played a role in the surgical robotic system development. At Olympus, he supported various projects in endoscopy and urology medical devices. His consistent involvement in hands-on engineering roles has equipped him with a robust understanding of medical device engineering and development processes.
Musical Pursuits and Interests
Besides his engineering career, Akiro Duey pursues musical interests. He began cello lessons at age 6 and has performed both as a soloist and with multiple symphony orchestras. Currently, he is learning to play the guitar to further his musical skills. His musical background demonstrates his dedication to developing diverse talents and maintaining a balanced approach to personal and professional growth.