Conor Feely
About Conor Feely
Conor Feely is a Product Development Engineer I at Surmodics, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and has experience in various engineering roles in the medical device sector.
Current Role at SurModics
Conor Feely serves as a Product Development Engineer I at Surmodics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he manages the procurement and management of device-related stock. He is responsible for the design and development of new manufacturing processes, which includes fixture and process design, process characterization, and normal operating window development. Additionally, he oversees the training of product builders to ensure compliance with appropriate protocols and manufacturing guides. Feely is also involved in implementing new controlled documentation within the Quality Management system at Surmodics.
Previous Experience at Vetex Medical Ltd.
Before joining Surmodics, Conor Feely worked at Vetex Medical Ltd. as a Graduate Project Engineer from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he contributed to various engineering projects and played a key role in the successful acquisition of Vetex Medical by Surmodics, Inc. in July 2021. This experience provided him with valuable insights into project management and engineering processes in the medical device industry.
Education and Qualifications
Conor Feely studied at the National University of Ireland, Galway, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering, achieving a 2nd Class Honors Degree from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in biomedical engineering principles and practices.
Early Career and Internships
Conor Feely began his career with various roles while studying at the National University of Ireland, Galway. He worked as a Student Design Engineer at VistaMed in 2017 for seven months, gaining practical experience in design engineering. Additionally, he served as an Undergraduate Demonstrator in 2015 for three months, where he assisted in teaching and supporting undergraduate students. He also worked as a Sales Assistant at Dunnes Stores from 2014 to 2016, which helped him develop customer service skills.