Candace Steele
About Candace Steele
Candace Steele is a CAD Specialist II at ConforMIS, Inc., where she has worked since 2014. She holds an Associate's degree in Architectural Drafting and has extensive training in CAD software, contributing to the design of patient-specific orthopedic implants.
Work at ConforMIS
Candace Steele has been employed at ConforMIS, Inc. as a CAD Specialist II since 2014. In her role, she collaborates with various departments to facilitate and implement new designs and engineering changes related to CAD processes. She participates in research programs and quality improvement projects, contributing to the company's commitment to innovation in orthopedic implant design. Her work involves creating 3D models from diagnostic CT images, which are essential for designing patient-specific orthopedic implants. Additionally, she performs tasks in compliance with FDA and ISO quality systems, ensuring that all processes meet regulatory standards.
Education and Expertise
Candace Steele has a strong educational background in architectural drafting and engineering design. She earned an Associate's degree in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD from the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2004 to 2006. She furthered her education at Massachusetts Bay Community College, achieving a degree in Engineering and Design from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she completed specialized training in Solidworks 2016 and AutoCAD 2011 at Assabet Valley Regional Technical School, enhancing her technical skills in CAD software.
Background
Candace Steele began her career in the field of technology and design, initially working as an Administrative Assistant at Sine-Wave Technologies, Inc. for nine months in 2014. This role provided her with foundational experience in a technical environment before transitioning to her current position at ConforMIS, Inc. Her educational pursuits in architectural drafting and engineering design have equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in CAD processes and contribute to the development of innovative orthopedic solutions.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Candace Steele has been involved in various projects that focus on quality improvement and research within ConforMIS, Inc. Her role as a CAD Specialist II has allowed her to contribute to the creation of patient-specific orthopedic implants by utilizing advanced CAD techniques. Her compliance with FDA and ISO quality systems demonstrates her commitment to maintaining high standards in her work, which is critical in the medical device industry.