Robert Wood
About Robert Wood
Robert Wood is a Senior Mechanical Designer with extensive experience in the medical device and aerospace industries. He currently works at Lockheed Martin and has previously held positions at Outset Medical, Boston Scientific, Stryker, and Lam Research.
Work at Outset Medical
Robert Wood has been employed at Outset Medical, Inc. as a Senior Mechanical Designer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on creating detailed mechanical drawings for various components and assemblies. His work contributes to the development of medical devices, ensuring they meet the necessary specifications and standards. Wood's tenure at Outset Medical spans five years, during which he has utilized his expertise in CAD tools and design practices.
Previous Experience in Mechanical Design
Prior to his current position, Robert Wood held several roles in mechanical design. He worked at Boston Scientific as a Senior Designer from 2017 to 2018 and as a Mechanical Designer from 1998 to 2015, accumulating a total of 18 years of experience at the company. He also served as a Senior Drafter at Stryker for seven months in 2016 and at Lam Research for five months in 2017. In 2023, he began a new role as a Senior Designer at Lockheed Martin in Sunnyvale, California.
Education and Expertise
Robert Wood studied at San Jose Evergreen College, where he earned a certificate in Electro/Mechanical Drafting & Design from 1993 to 1996. He possesses advanced skills in various CAD tools, including Pro/E Wildfire and SolidWorks. His expertise includes creating detailed mechanical drawings and evaluating design models to maximize form, fit, and function. He is also proficient in good documentation practices (GDP).
Mechanical Design Skills
Robert Wood is recognized for his ability to create detailed mechanical drawings for piece parts and assemblies. He is adept at using CAD tools and has advanced skills in database and data-storage programs. His meticulous approach to design model evaluation allows him to enhance the functionality and efficiency of mechanical components. Wood has been consistently acknowledged as a visionary solution drafter/designer throughout his career.