Ryan Gingerich
Multidisciplinary Engineer
Technical Experience

Python, Javascript, Docker, Virtualization, Git, C++

Troubleshooting, Debugging, and General Problem Solving

Raspberry Pi, Arduino, ESP32

Windows, Mac, Linux

I2C, CAN Bus, MODBUS, etc.

Open Source Software, IoT

Mechatronics

Office Suite Agnostic

Adobe CS

Soldering

Regulated Medical Devices

Digital Design Experience

Rhino and Grasshopper, Solidworks, Geomagic, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Blender, MeshMixer

DFM

3D Printing Experience

3DS 3D Manage and 3D Sprint

FDM, SLA, DLP, LCD, DLS, SLS, WAAM

Design for 3D Printing

Maintenance and upgrades

OctoPrint, RepRap, Marlin, Klipper

Soft Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Leadership and Team Management

Mentor

Start-up Experience

Multidisciplinary engineer with 8+ years of experience bridging hardware, software, and mechanical design in medical device and advanced manufacturing environments. Proven track record taking complex custom systems from development into scalable production, with hands-on expertise in mechanical design refinement, process development, tolerance-sensitive manufacturing, and cross-functional collaboration. Experienced working in small, fast-moving teams where end-to-end ownership is the expectation. Thrives at the intersection of R&D and manufacturing, where disciplined fault isolation and scalable process thinking translate directly into production-ready outcomes.

Education
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design / Product Design and Development
San Francisco State University2014
Associate of Science in Microsoft Windows Systems Administration
Diablo Valley College2009
Professional Experience
Senior Research and Development Engineer
SolideonNovember 2024 - Present
  • Led electronics R&D for a robotic grinding system, managing component selection, wiring, subsystem bring-up, and iterative fault isolation across mechanical, electrical, and software domains simultaneously
  • Designed and implemented a CAN Bus communication architecture linking two ESP32 microcontrollers, enabling reliable coordination between a remote control unit and the primary controller
  • Implemented MODBUS protocol in multiple production applications, including stepper motor configuration and VFD control for the primary grinder motor, improving motion system reliability and repeatability
  • Designed and optimized automated air and gas line manifold and mixing systems supporting active work cell operations, requiring close attention to tolerance, flow dynamics, and assembly repeatability
  • Led a new factory work cell enclosure project from initial design through full physical build-out, resulting in two completed large-scale work cells with additional cells in planning
  • Developed work cell GUI and sensor dashboard enabling real-time monitoring and operator control of active production systems
  • Performed root-cause analysis to eliminate persistent early-layer production issues by filtering sensor spike data and optimizing the interpass cooling system, restoring print reliability
  • Custom electrical control box layout, wiring, and schematic documentation across multiple platforms including Arduino, ESP32, and STM32
Manufacturing Development Engineer
Earlens CorporationMar 2017 - October 2024
  • Held end-to-end ownership of a full digital production process spanning 3D print setup, post-processing, custom product design, and software improvements, with a direct focus on pipeline uptime and reliability at scale
  • Created and maintained custom Python scripts used to generate thousands of 3D printed molds supporting a high-volume, tolerance-critical custom production pipeline
  • Implemented quality-regulated software and process updates with scalable SOPs, reducing hours-long production interruptions to minutes of routine maintenance
  • Collaborated cross-functionally on iterative prototype design, supporting the transition of custom components from early development into repeatable, production-ready workflows
  • Process automation, prototyping, and design execution using Rhino/Grasshopper, Python, JavaScript, and Symvol Code
Owner / Chief Technician
CC&R 3DJan 2011 - Present
  • Delivered PC repair, 3D printing, and product design projects on time across a concurrent workload of multiple active clients over nearly a decade
  • Built dozens of custom computers, working closely with clients to match component selection to specific performance and budget requirements
3D Print Vendor
FictivFeb 2016 - Sep 2017
  • Provided FDM 3D printed parts on contract basis for orders submitted to Fictiv for fulfillment
  • Managed shop of FDM 3D printers for producing various parts of all shapes, sizes, and quantities
  • Fast response time to new job requests, and efficient order completion
Lead Technician
Eric's ComputersSep 2007 - Oct 2010
  • PC hardware/software repairs, house calls, remote help desk support, appointment scheduling, invoicing, authored newsletter, and trained interns and new hires.
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