Steve Baran is a dedicated and skilled Quality Engineer with a passion for making a positive impact on healthcare. With experience in medical device design, manufacturing, and scale-up, Steve's drive and results-driven approach have led him to become a true expert in his field. He has a background in Human Factors Engineering and prides himself on integrating usability and safety concerns throughout the product development process. Steve is currently working at Verily Life Sciences, a subsidiary of Google Life Sciences, as a Quality Engineer in a highly regulated and complex environment. He has worked at Abbott Vascular Structural Heart in various roles, including Quality Engineer and Project Lead, where he utilized his skills in design controls, nonconformance and complaint investigation, CAPA, and risk management. Steve received his education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he obtained his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Industrial Engineering with a focus on Human Factors Engineering. In addition to his professional experience, he has worked in research, interned at Abbott Labs, and worked as a Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens Pharmacy.