Systems-Minded Mechanical Engineer & Researcher
Jamal K. Washington
Mechanical Engineer & Researcher
Bridging deep technical R&D with strategic business development for advanced power systems
Davis, CA · jkwashington@ucdavis.edu · (530) 555-2230 · linkedin.com/in/jkwashington
About
About
A systems-minded mechanical engineer bridging deep technical R&D with strategic business development. My career spans from hands-on mechanical design and medical device innovation to leading financial modeling and international partnerships for hydrogen fuel cell power systems. I bring a unique combination of rigorous engineering methodology and business acumen—shaped by concurrent Ph.D. and MBA studies—that enables me to translate complex technical work into measurable commercial outcomes.
Pillar 1
Led patented mechanical design of medical device from inception through international clinical use
Applied through real product and engineering delivery.
Pillar 2
Secured $4.5M OEM hydrogen fuel cell contract through technical/financial presentation to domestic and foreign partners
Applied through real product and engineering delivery.
Pillar 3
Developed engineering models for technology investment valuation in distributed grid infrastructure
Applied through real product and engineering delivery.
Pillar 4
Built and managed OEM customer network exceeding 120 partners
Applied through real product and engineering delivery.
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Research Spotlight
Publications, citations, and research impact.
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Experience
Experience
Manager, Business Development
June 2022 — Sept 2023
Anuvu, Inc. · Sacramento, CA
Led technological and financial development of PEM hydrogen fuel cell applications for power systems, bridging engineering R&D with commercial strategy.
- Created complex engineering models and financial programs for technology and investment valuation
- Presented grid infrastructure engineering/financial model to domestic and foreign business partners, securing $4.5M OEM hydrogen fuel cell contract
- Negotiated contracts for product testing and integration with OEM partner and State Testing Group
Research and Development Engineer
Sept 2019 — Feb 2022
Medtronic Vascular, Inc. · Santa Rosa, CA
Owned mechanical design projects for medical devices from concept through international clinical deployment.
- Patented mechanical design of device and led project from inception to successful international clinical use
- Developed processes, equipment, and trained personnel for market release of medical device product lines
- Managed production line and personnel while creating and fabricating support tooling and equipment
Total Quality Manager Intern
June 2018 — Dec 2018
Hunter Innovations, Inc. · Berkeley, CA
Implemented quality systems and manufacturing improvements for FDA-regulated medical device production.
- Organized and led training of over 30 Hunter Associates in Quality Control and GMP systems
- Wrote and implemented Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) System for FDA regulatory approval of artificial hip joint implant sales and manufacturing
- Designed and programmed components of CNC lathe and mill manufacturing resulting in sales estimated at $10,000/month
Project Engineer Intern
June 2017 — Sept 2017
Ames Co / Fluid Control Systems · Oakland, CA
Led production introduction and prototype development for fluid control systems.
- Led the 'Introduction to Production' team and responsible for communications with over 20 vendors
- Created and maintained engineering documentation, bill of materials, and bill of operations for efficient workflow
- Researched and designed prototype backflow check valves and led pilot production of over 100 units
Projects
Projects
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PEM Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Systems
Financial Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Developed technological and financial models for PEM hydrogen fuel cell applications in distributed grid infrastructure. Created investment valuation frameworks and presented to international OEM partners.
- • $4.5M OEM contract secured
- • Distributed grid infrastructure focus
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Medical Device Mechanical Design
SolidWorks, FEA, GMP/ISO Systems
Designed and patented mechanical components for vascular medical devices. Led project from initial concept through successful international clinical use.
- • Patented design
- • International clinical deployment
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CNC Manufacturing Systems
CNC Programming, AutoCAD, Quality Systems
Designed and programmed CNC lathe and mill components for medical device manufacturing. Implemented GMP quality systems for FDA regulatory approval.
- • $10,000/month in component sales
- • FDA regulatory approval
Skills
Skills & Expertise
FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
Engineering Software
Applied to patented medical device mechanical design at Medtronic
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Financial Modeling
Business & Management
Created complex engineering models for technology/investment valuation; secured $4.5M contract
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SolidWorks
Engineering Software
Primary CAD tool for mechanical design and prototyping
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Contract Negotiation
Business & Management
Negotiated OEM contracts and product testing agreements; 120+ OEM relationships
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GMP/ISO Quality Systems
Business & Management
Wrote procedures for GMP and ISO-900X systems; implemented FDA regulatory compliance
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Technical Training
Business & Management
Trained personnel for market release and production; led training for 30+ associates
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German
Languages
Fluent in German and English for international partnership communication
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Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition
Award
Patent: Mechanical Design
Patented mechanical design of medical device at Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
What I'm Looking For
What I'm Looking For
Next Role
Leadership positions in power systems, hydrogen fuel cells, or distributed grid infrastructure where I can apply systems-minded engineering expertise combined with strategic business development skills.
Education
Education
University of California, Davis
Expected Dec 2027
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering · Davis, CA
Concurrent Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) and MBA program. Research focus on power systems and distributed grid infrastructure.
University of California, Davis
June 2024
Master of Business Administration, Finance & International Management · Davis, CA
MBA with emphasis on financial modeling and international management, complementing deep technical research capability.
University of California, Berkeley
June 2019
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering · Berkeley, CA
Foundational mechanical engineering education with focus on systems design and manufacturing.
Contact
Get in Touch
Interested in collaborating?
Open to product engineering, AI systems, and platform architecture collaboration.
jkwashington@ucdavis.edu
Phone
(530) 555-2230
linkedin.com/in/jkwashington
Presentations & Technical Communication
Presentations & Technical Communication
Grid Infrastructure Engineering/Financial Model Presentation
Anuvu, Inc.
Presented comprehensive engineering and financial model to domestic and foreign business partners, resulting in $4.5M OEM hydrogen fuel cell contract.