Jeff Burga
About Jeff Burga
Jeff Burga is a Senior Applications Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and design. He has worked for several companies, including Trek Bicycle Corporation and Helen of Troy, and holds multiple degrees and certifications in engineering and psychology.
Current Role at Carbon
Jeff Burga currently serves as a Senior Applications Engineer at Carbon, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Redwood City, California, focusing on applications engineering within the additive manufacturing sector. His role involves leveraging his extensive engineering background to enhance product development and application processes.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current role, Jeff Burga held several engineering positions. He worked at Trek Bicycle Corporation as Lead Mechanical Engineer for Bontrager from 2016 to 2018. He also served as a Design Engineer at K2 Sports/BCA from 2014 to 2016 and as Senior Design Engineer at Helen of Troy for Hydro Flask from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he was an R&D and Testing Engineer at Burton Snowboards from 2006 to 2014.
Educational Background
Jeff Burga has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Portland State University. He also studied Psychology at the University of Colorado Boulder. Furthermore, he completed the University of Washington Engineering Leadership program with a high GPA of 3.95 and obtained a Certificate in Engineering Leadership. He also holds a Certificate in Plastics Engineering Technology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Contributions to Industry Standards
Jeff Burga has contributed to the development of safety standards in engineering through his involvement with ASTM and ISO. He has played a significant role in revising existing safety standards and developing new ones. He held the Secretary position for an ASTM subcommittee, demonstrating his commitment to industry safety and standards.
Research and Development Initiatives
Jeff Burga has invested over 1000 hours in biomechanical studies, utilizing portable instrumentation to gather data on user interaction with products. He has pioneered innovative prototyping solutions using 3D printing technologies, which have significantly reduced development timelines and costs in his previous roles.