Brian Oliver is an experienced mechanical engineer with over 15 years of experience in product development from concept through production. He has worked in various industries including transportation, aerospace, medical, computing, and lighting. Currently he is a Senior Research and Development Engineer at Becton Dickinson where he provides technical leadership in concept to production development projects, developing over 20 critical components for a robotic drug compounding system.

1. BRIAN OLIVER
1 Relampago
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
CELL: (949) 885-6992
EMAIL: C08OliverBrian@hotmail.com
EXPERIENCED MECHANICAL ENGINEER
SUMMARY
Technical leader in product development from concept through production of customdesigns and standard product designs in transportation,
aerospace, medical, computing, and lighting markets. Recognized for innovative design skills, technical analysis, and teamwork.
SKILLS
Engineering Softwares Design Development
SolidWorks / AutoCAD FEA Planning and Scheduling
Eagle Rhino CAD/CAM Cost Reduction Real Options Analysis
Cadsoft PCB Layout Manufacturability Technology Management
TracePro Optics Molding / Extrusion Technical / Marketing Information
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Becton Dickinson,
Yorba Linda, CA June 2015 - Present
Sr. Research and Development Engineer
Provided Technical Leadership in Concept to Production Development Projects.
Developed more than 20 critical components for robotic drug compounding system.
Responsibilities
 Research Activities
o Created Alternate Designs and Investigations to optimize Cost, Schedule, and Risk
 Mechanisms and Cam features
 Membranes and Seals
 Joints, Snaps,Mechanical and Material Designs
 Fluid Transfer
o Developed Presentations for Team Discussion and Intellectual Property
 Product Development
o Developed High-Volume Medical Disposables
o Performed SolidWorks Modeling and Analysis of assemblies and components
o Developed Test Fixtures and Protocols
o Analyzed Statistical Test Results to Identify Design Improvements / Performance Criteria
o Created Product Drawings, Tolerance Analyses,Design Summaries
o Rapid Prototypes (Sketches, Renderings, Modifications, Hand Formed, SLA, Molded)
o Participated in Team Reviews and DFMA workshops
Bivar, Inc.,
Irvine, CA June 2014 – June 2015
Research and Development Manager
Managed Research activities, Product Development, and Commercialization of new Technologies. Developed new products
contributing 5% growth.
Responsibilities
 Research Activities
o Developed Technology Search and Assessment Methods
o Applied Real Options Analysis and Forecasting
o Developed Research and Testing Methods for new Technologies and Products
o Developed Rapid Prototypes and Conceptual Materials including necessary softwares,hardwares, and processes
 Product Development
o Managed Development Process and ISO compliance
o Documented Product Research and transitioned to Development
o Creation and Management of Design Files, Engineering Drawings and Specifications
o Provided Performance Tracking Metrics, Resource Allocation

2. Bivar, Inc.,
Irvine, CA October 2013 – June 2014
Research and Development Engineer
Developed products from concept to production. Researched and managed new technologies to support future business.
Responsibilities
 Creation and Organization of Technology Portfolio
o Guided discussions on Innovation and integration of Technologies
o Established Research and Testing Methods for new Technologies and Products
o Selected Technologies to meet Product Functional and Performance Requirements
o Developed Product Proposals and Design Concepts through to Production
Bivar, Inc.,
Irvine, CA April 2010 – October 2013
Product Development Engineer
Developed products from concept to production. Researched and managed new technologies to support future business.
Responsibilities
 New Product Development
o Developed Knowledgebase of Intellectual Property and Best Practices
o Guided development of Product Functional and Performance Requirements
o Provided technical leadership on Production Capability and sampling methods
o Led in-house Testing and Production of Thermal, Mechanical Failure, and Optical Characterization
o Led Product Compliance design and knowledge in Safety Certification – UL / ETL / CSA / CE listings
o Implemented Stage Gate process (Design Requirements, Concept, Prototype, Production Release)
o SolidWorks modeling and analysis of assemblies and components
o Designed for Injection Molding, Extrusion, Bending, Thermoforming, Casting, Stamping
 Product Improvement
o Reduced Production Costs of molded parts,coatings,and assemblies through process,tool, and part redesign.
o Increased Product Performance through material and mechanical redesign
o Investigated Failures of plastics, metals, through hole / SMD LEDs, and electronic components
Bivar, Inc.,
Irvine, CA June 2009 – April 2010
Project Engineer
Supported Engineering Control of Business Projects and Product Development.
Responsibilities
 Managed Engineering-Sales Interface and Qualified 100+ Business Opportunities
 Tracked and Reported on Business Opportunity progress
 Generated Engineering Requirements, Drawings and Specifications
Bivar, Inc.,
Irvine, CA June 2007 – June 2009
Engineering Intern
Supported Engineering Documentation and Control and Assisted Interface with Sales team.
Responsibilities
 Generated and Documented Assembly Procedures, Engineering Drawings and Specifications
 Assisted Research and Development, and Engineering-Sales Interface
PROFESIONAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
 Bridge-builder award for Exceptional Teamwork in Development of a New Analysis Method and Customer Solution
 Special Recognition for audited ISO 9001 improvements
 Lead Engineer for partnership with MARL International selected to strengthen critical Business Alliance
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University – Commerce, TX
 Masterof Science, Technology Management
University of California – Irvine, CA
 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
 Bachelor of Science, Materials Science