Patrick Campbell
About Patrick Campbell
Patrick Campbell serves as the Manager of Quality Engineering at Vicarious Surgical Inc., where he provides guidance on medical device development and safety standards. With extensive experience in quality engineering and project management, he has contributed significantly to the field of medical devices throughout his career.
Current Role at Vicarious Surgical
Patrick Campbell serves as the Manager of Quality Engineering at Vicarious Surgical Inc. since 2021. In this role, he provides guidance on safety agency testing for hardware engineers, specifically focusing on IEC60601-1 and collateral standards. He is also the primary author or significant contributor for most Design History File (DHF) documents, including development plans and risk management documents. Campbell has mentored a Product Development group of fifteen engineers with minimal medical device experience, enhancing their understanding of quality engineering practices.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Prior to his current position, Campbell held various roles in quality engineering and project management. He worked as a Senior Quality Engineer at Dictum Health, Inc. from 2014 to 2017 and as a Quality Engineer at WorldCare Clinical from 2009 to 2011. His experience includes implementing calibration systems and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as part of quality engineering activities. Campbell's background in quality assurance is further supported by his experience with regulatory standards such as 21 CFR 820, ISO13485, IEC62304, and ISO14971.
Engineering Background and Education
Patrick Campbell earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. His engineering career began with roles at Cytyc as an Electrical Engineer from 2002 to 2006 and continued at Hologic as an Electrical Engineer/Project Manager from 2006 to 2007. He also worked at Danaher Motion and Instrumentation Laboratory, gaining diverse experience in electrical engineering and project management.
Career Progression and Management Roles
Campbell's career includes significant management roles, notably as Engineering Manager at Integra LifeSciences from 2011 to 2014 and as Project Manager at MedAcuity from 2017 to 2021. His leadership experience encompasses overseeing engineering teams and managing projects in the medical device sector. This progression reflects his capability in guiding teams and ensuring compliance with industry standards throughout his career.