Bryan Swackhamer
About Bryan Swackhamer
Bryan Swackhamer is an R&D Fellow at Boston Scientific with over fifteen years of experience in medical device development.
Current Title and Role at Boston Scientific
Bryan Swackhamer currently holds the position of R&D Fellow at Boston Scientific. He began this role in 2022. Based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, he is focused on research and development activities within the company. His extensive tenure at Boston Scientific highlights his deep expertise in the industry.
Previous Roles at Boston Scientific
Bryan Swackhamer has a long history with Boston Scientific, having held varied positions over the years. From 2016 to 2022, he worked as a Principal R&D Engineer. Prior to that, he served as a Senior R&D Engineer from 2011 to 2016 and an R&D Engineer II from 2008 to 2011. His initial role at Boston Scientific was as R&D Engineer I, which he held from 2006 to 2008. His cumulative experience at the company spans more than 15 years, during which he has significantly contributed to multiple projects.
Early Career and Experience at The Lubrizol Corporation
Before joining Boston Scientific, Bryan Swackhamer gained experience in various roles at The Lubrizol Corporation. He worked as a Corporate Operations Co-Op in 2004 and a Process Development Co-Op in 2003. He also held positions as a Manufacturing Support Co-Op and an Environmental, Health & Safety Co-Op in 2002 and as a Process Development Co-Op in 2001. These early roles, all based in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area, provided him with a broad foundation in chemical engineering processes and corporate operations.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Bryan Swackhamer earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. His academic background laid the groundwork for his technical expertise and provided the essential skills required for his career in research and development.
Expertise in Medical Device Development
Bryan Swackhamer specializes in the development of both disposable and permanently implantable medical devices. His work includes developing transvenous defibrillator leads, defibrillator headers, cardiac resynchronization therapy (LV) leads, lead delivery systems, cardiac mapping catheters, and leadless pacemakers. This expertise has been fundamental to his professional activities and contributions to the field.