DJ_Radder

Experience

• Founder & CAD Designer BioSherpa, LLC · Part-time Jan 2020 – Mar 2025 5 yrs 2 mos Buffalo, NY, United States Co-founded a medical device start-up based on prior international research in Nepal and Peru. Co-Created the BioSherpa™ Specimen Transport System (STS), a novel biofilm-reducing diagnostic agent that facilitates microbiologic culture, even in patients on antibiotics. Led CADD modeling and 3D printing production for a patented medical device, ensuring design accuracy.
  
  Research and Development: Co-directed R&D with Dr. Thomas Cumbo to advance BioSherpa’s Specimen Transport System (STS) through multiple iterations.
  
  Product Development: Developed the physical component of the STS from concept to 3D production, contributing to BioSherpa’s receipt of a patent in 2021.
  
  CAD Design and Manufacture: Designed and prototyped BioSherpa’s STS using SolidWorks.
  
  Project Management: Integrated engineering and material science principles to develop functional, field-ready medical diagnostic equipment.
• Head of Exhibit Department Buffalo Museum of Science · Full-time Jan 2023 – Oct 2024 1 yrs 9 mos Buffalo, NY, United States Managed the Exhibits Department, supervising two Exhibit Technicians and overseeing a repair studio, woodshop, and over 100 exhibits in almost 200,000 ft2 of gallery space. Led exhibit maintenance, repair, design, and installation, combining storytelling, mechanics, and technology. Collaborated across departments to enhance visitor experiences and optimize maintenance/repair processes.
  
  CAD Design and Exhibit Fabrication: Created interactive displays using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Fabricated and installed hands-on mechanical exhibits with precision engineering.
  
  Designed, constructed, and installed Connect Gallery Sculpture and the museum’s gift shop display wall, among other projects. Completion of display wall immediately increased museum revenue and sculpture received praise from Noa Haim, the Dutch artist and creator of the product used for the construction.
  
  Equipment Maintenance: Oversaw exhibit maintenance and repair operations. Developed new maintenance regimens for the 100+ permanent exhibits to ensure the guests would experience clean and well-functioning activities every day.
  
  Project Management: Oversaw all phases of the traveling exhibit, Curious George, creating a profitable auxiliary museum experience. Coordinated museum gallery changes and special projects. Supervised technicians and contractors to guarantee timely and cost-effective completion.
  
  Problem Solving: Spearheaded remodeling of the Exhibit Department’s repair facilities, optimizing efficiency and organization. Created a mobile quick-response repair station that streamlined the maintenance processes, decreasing exhibit downtime by 50%.
  
  Graphic Design: Used Photoshop to create large-format graphics and display panels, ensuring high-quality production.
• Owner and Operator Radder Building and Design, LLC · Self-employed Sep 2017 – Dec 2022 5 yrs 3 mos Buffalo, NY, United States Radder Building and Design, LLC offered comprehensive design and custom remodeling services for kitchens and bathrooms, managing projects from conceptualization to completion. Designed and built custom installations and experiential spaces, integrating unique architectural and mechanical design.
  CAD Design: Utilized CAD modeling to create detailed blueprints and material cut lists for precision execution.
  Problem Solving: Applied technical problem-solving to optimize mechanical performance and material durability.
  Custom Fabrication: Fabricated specialized tools and prototypes for experimental product testing.
  Rough through Finish Carpentry: Constructed framing for walls, subfloors, and rough openings, and precisely installed base trim, crown molding, and other finish elements
  Plumbing: Installation of Pex B from water main to tubs/showers, toilets, sinks, dishwashers, and other fixtures.
  Electrical: Installed wiring from the circuit breaker to bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.