Gary Howell
About Gary Howell
Gary Howell is a Quality and R&D Engineer at Plexus Corp. in Neenah, Wisconsin, where he has worked since 2019, focusing on durability strategies for robotic surgical systems. He has extensive experience in engineering roles at companies such as Boeing, Stryker, and Pfizer, and holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona.
Work at Plexus
Gary Howell has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Quality and R&D Engineer since 2019. In this role, he has focused on developing strategies to enhance product durability, specifically for robotic surgical systems. His work aims to meet the requirements of end clients, ensuring that the products are reliable and effective in clinical settings.
Previous Experience at Boeing
Prior to his current position, Gary Howell worked at Boeing as a Principal Engineer from 1983 to 1997. During his 14 years at Boeing in Chicago, Illinois, he contributed to various engineering projects, gaining extensive experience in the aerospace sector.
Experience at Physio-Control and Stryker
Gary Howell served as a Senior Principal Engineer at Physio-Control, now part of Stryker, from 1996 to 2005. He coordinated testing and resolved issues related to durability testing for a robotic surgical system. Later, he worked at Stryker from 2012 to 2017, where he provided technical leadership in developing a master controller model to simulate surgical procedures from a clinical perspective.
Role at Pfizer
From 2017 to 2019, Gary Howell held a contract position as a Senior Quality Engineer at Pfizer in New York. In this role, he focused on quality assurance processes, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the company's engineering initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Gary Howell studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arizona. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in engineering roles across various industries, has equipped him with a strong foundation in quality assurance and product development, particularly in the medical device sector.