Dora Engebretson is an accomplished product development and high-volume manufacturing expert, with extensive experience at companies like Square and Apple. She studied mechanical engineering in both the United States and Hong Kong, and holds an MBA from the University of Oxford's Said Business School.

Engebretson began her career in engineering as a technical aide at 3M before moving up to roles like mechanical engineering design intern at Goodrich Sensor Systems, engineering coordinator at OakRiver Technology, process quality engineer at OptiSolar Inc, and advanced quality engineer/NPI team leader at 3M. After several years in these positions, she pivoted to product operations, first as operations product manager for iPhone and Accessories at Apple, and then as operations program manager at Square. Currently, Engebretson leads product operations at Square, where she is responsible for overseeing the development and manufacturing of new products.

Throughout her career, Engebretson has developed a reputation as a skilled problem-solver, with an ability to manage complex projects and teams. She is known for her technical background, which allows her to identify and address manufacturing challenges early in the development process. Her expertise in new product development and high-volume manufacturing has been garnered over years of experience, and is highly valued by the companies she has worked for.