Clockwork
Founding Mechanical Engineer | 2018–2025 | San Francisco, CA
Created initial prototype machine leading to seed funding in 6 months from date of hire
Complex mechanical and electrical systems
Detailed cable management and control systems
Clockwork retail display and branding
Clockwork locations across the US
Customer interaction with Clockwork machine
Founding engineer for the development of the world's first autonomous nail painting robot. Device painting operation is driven by AI acting on contoured images of customers nails. I was resposibile for taking an early-stage concept into a revenue-generating product deployed nationwide. Led all aspects of hardware system design, sensor selection, prototyping, and production scaling. DFM work for local and overseas fabrication and assembly. Launched in-house production and later CM manufacturing and 3rd party servicing.
- Spearheaded the design, selection, and integration of motion components, fluid dispensing systems, material handling processes, electrical and mechanical actuators.
- Built and delivered the first functional prototype in a home garage during the COVID-19 lockdown.
- Directed engineering teams, contract manufacturers, and in-house production staff to ensure efficient development and deployment.
- Established testing, assembly, and installation procedures to guarantee performance and reliability.
Automatic Nail Polish Application System and Method
US10939738B2 (2021)