Yasir Abdulghani
Parma Heights,OH
Summary
Graduate Biomedical Engineering student with hands-on experience in laboratory instrumentation, mechanical design, and regulated healthcare environments seeking a Field Service Engineer role at Steris to support product reliability, serviceability reviews, and new product development initiatives. Experienced in troubleshooting complex equipment, documenting technical issues within quality systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product performance and operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Tech IV
Cleveland Clinic
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct sample testing and quality control with validated laboratory protocols, ensuring accurate data and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, achieving proper calibration and meeting regulatory standards.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain accurate laboratory records.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and enhance lab protocols, improving overall laboratory efficiency.
Lab Tech II
Cleveland Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Handled and processed specimens while documenting data accurately to ensure quality control.
- Assisted in optimizing methods and troubleshooting procedures to enhance laboratory operations.
Server, Guest Service Captain, Cashier
Longhorn Steakhouse, Towne Park, Marc's
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Worked various jobs. Delivered exceptional service through effective management, safety compliance, problem-solving, organization, and hospitality.
Education
M.S. - Biomedical Engineering
Cleveland State University
05.2026
B.S. - Health Science & Psychology
Cleveland State University
05.2022
Skills
- Instrument calibration
- Quality control
- Data validation
- Laboratory troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- SolidWorks
- Basic mechanical design
- Kinematic analysis
- Biomechanics
- Biomaterials fundamentals
- MATLAB
- OpenCap motion analysis
- Data documentation
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Projects
- Biopsy Needle Positioning Device (In Development), Part of a team developing a smartphone-based biopsy guidance system intended to improve needle positioning accuracy. Contributing to the development of the mobile application used for orientation and feedback. Currently working on the physical attachment design that interfaces with the smartphone and needle. Participating in design discussions, usability considerations, and early-stage testing.
- Hospital Triage Monitoring System, Designed housing and workflow for a device that monitors patient vitals and prioritizes urgency. Contributed to CAD modeling, validation planning, and regulatory considerations.
- Mechanical Squat Analysis, Used OpenCap and MATLAB to analyze squat mechanics, improving understanding of motion capture and biomechanical testing.
- Robotic Gripper Mechanism, Designed and analyzed a four-bar linkage robotic end-effector in SolidWorks and MATLAB; proposed redesign for stability.
Volunteer Experience
- Ronald McDonald House, Volunteer, 01/01/20, 12/31/22, Assisted with hospitality services for families of hospitalized children.
- Metro Health, Volunteer, 01/01/18, 12/31/20, Supported patient care by providing non-medical assistance to hospital staff and visitors.
Timeline
Lab Tech IV
Cleveland Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Lab Tech II
Cleveland Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2022
Server, Guest Service Captain, Cashier
Longhorn Steakhouse, Towne Park, Marc's
01.2015 - 01.2019
M.S. - Biomedical Engineering
Cleveland State University
B.S. - Health Science & Psychology
Cleveland State University