Chris Briggs
About Chris Briggs
Chris Briggs is a Design Quality Engineer with extensive experience in the medical device industry, currently employed at Inari Medical since 2021. He has previously held positions at Freudenberg Medical, BIOLASE, Inc., Medtronic, and Quest Diagnostics, focusing on quality engineering and manufacturing.
Current Role at Inari Medical
Chris Briggs serves as a Design Quality Engineer at Inari Medical, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the quality and compliance of design processes within the medical device sector. His responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement quality assurance protocols and contribute to product development initiatives.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Before joining Inari Medical, Chris Briggs worked at Freudenberg Medical as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II from 2020 to 2021. He also held the position of Manufacturing Quality Engineer at Freudenberg Medical from 2019 to 2020. His experience includes a role as a Quality Engineer (Contract) at Medtronic in 2018 and positions at BIOLASE, Inc. as Associate Quality Engineer and Quality Specialist from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background in Biomedical Engineering
Chris Briggs earned a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. His studies spanned from 2008 to 2013, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles applicable to the medical device industry.
Experience in the Medical Device Industry
Chris Briggs has a strong background in the medical device industry, particularly in working with implantable and electromechanical devices. His professional journey includes various roles that emphasize quality assurance and engineering practices. He actively seeks to connect with other professionals in the field to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Early Career in Laboratory and Quality Roles
Chris began his career as a Laboratory Associate at Quest Diagnostics from 2015 to 2016. His early experience also includes working as a Quality Specialist at BIOLASE, Inc. from 2016 to 2017, where he developed foundational skills in quality management and compliance within the medical device sector.