Carlos Lara
About Carlos Lara
Carlos Lara is a Principal Hardware Engineer with extensive experience in the medical device industry. He has held various engineering roles and possesses expertise in developing functional test fixtures, Six-Sigma methodologies, and electronic design automation.
Work at Hinge Health
Carlos Lara serves as the Principal Hardware Engineer at Hinge Health, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing hardware engineering projects and contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the healthcare technology sector. Based in Cypress, California, he applies his extensive experience in hardware engineering to enhance product performance and reliability.
Previous Experience at iRhythm Technologies
Prior to joining Hinge Health, Carlos Lara worked at iRhythm Technologies, Inc. as the Electrical Engineering Manager from 2012 to 2021. During his nine-year tenure in Cypress, California, he led various engineering initiatives and managed teams focused on developing advanced medical devices. His leadership contributed to the company's growth and innovation in the healthcare technology field.
Education and Expertise
Carlos Lara earned his Bachelor of Science in Electronics/Electrical Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, studying from 1998 to 2003. He furthered his education at California State University, Long Beach, where he obtained a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from 2007 to 2009. His academic background supports his expertise in developing functional test fixtures, validation processes, and applying Six-Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
Background in Medical Device Industry
Carlos Lara has a strong background in failure analysis within the medical device industry. His experience includes managing international supplier relationships, which enhances his ability to oversee complex engineering projects. He is skilled in using Altium Designer for electronic design automation, which is essential for developing high-quality electronic systems.
Career Progression and Roles
Carlos Lara's career includes various engineering roles prior to his current position. He worked as a Staff Electrical Engineer at NEOS GeoSolutions from 2010 to 2012 and as an Electronics Engineer at Corporación Infarmasa S.A from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, he served as a Research Assistant at California State University, Long Beach in 2007-2008. These positions contributed to his comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering and product development.