Pat Enright
About Pat Enright
Pat Enright is the Model Shop Manager at Poly in Santa Cruz, California, a position he has held since 2015. He previously worked as a Manager at IDEO and as a Lecturer at San Jose State University, and he holds degrees in Industrial Design and Mechanical Engineering.
Current Role at Poly
Pat Enright serves as the Model Shop Manager at Poly, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he oversees collaboration between multiple Poly offices and shops to ensure operational continuity. His responsibilities include scheduling and managing material supply for the model shop. Enright also manages the budget and vendor relationships, ensuring efficient operations within the shop.
Previous Experience at IDEO
Before joining Poly, Pat Enright worked at IDEO as the Manager of the Form Studio from 1999 to 2000. During his one-year tenure, he contributed to various projects that focused on design and innovation, leveraging his expertise in industrial design.
Teaching Experience at San Jose State University
Pat Enright served as a Lecturer at San Jose State University from 2001 to 2012. Over the course of eleven years, he taught courses related to industrial design, sharing his knowledge and experience with students in the field.
Educational Background in Industrial Design and Mechanical Engineering
Pat Enright studied Industrial Design at San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design (BSID) from 1991 to 1995. Prior to that, he attended San Diego State University, focusing on Mechanical Engineering for two years, from 1987 to 1989. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in design and management.