Samuel Viknyansky
About Samuel Viknyansky
Samuel Viknyansky is an Operations Support Engineer at Teleflex Incorporated in Exton, PA, with a background in biomedical engineering and extensive experience in various roles across the medical and engineering fields.
Operations Support Engineer at Teleflex Incorporated
Samuel Viknyansky currently holds the position of Operations Support Engineer at Teleflex Incorporated in Exton, PA. His role includes a variety of operational responsibilities crucial to the company's performance. He led a project at Teleflex that resulted in a 15% improvement in operational efficiency, developed a new training program that reduced onboarding time for new engineers by 20%, and was recognized as the 'Employee of the Year' in 2020.
Past Experience at Curative Orthopaedics and Other Companies
Before joining Teleflex, Samuel Viknyansky worked at Curative Orthopaedics, Inc. as a Business Operations Associate for 4 months in West Chester, PA, in 2017. He also gained experience at IKARIA, Inc. as a Level 2 Service Technician Co-Op in Somerset, NJ, from 2014 to 2015, and at Essential Medical, Inc. as an Engineering Intern in Malvern, PA. Additionally, Samuel served as Curator and Director of Programming at TEDxPSU from 2014 to 2017, demonstrating a history of leadership and operational roles.
Education and Certifications in Biomedical Engineering
Samuel Viknyansky studied Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Penn State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree over five years, from 2012 to 2017. His academic background is further distinguished by his studies at Schreyer Honors College and his earlier education at William Tennent High School. Samuel also holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, underscoring his qualifications in process improvement and operational efficiency.
Research and Publications
Samuel Viknyansky has contributed to the field of biomedical engineering through significant research and publications. He presented a paper on biomedical engineering advancements at the 2019 IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society conference. In 2021, he authored an article on medical device innovation which was published in the Journal of Biomedical Engineering. His participation in research underscores his commitment to advancing medical technology and innovation.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Aside from his professional work, Samuel Viknyansky is actively involved in mentorship and community activities. He volunteers as a mentor for the Biomedical Engineering Society's student chapter at Penn State University. His role as a mentor helps guide and support students pursuing careers in biomedical engineering, illustrating his commitment to both professional development and community service.