Being an Engineer S5E42 Brad Hirayama | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 6
This is a continuation in our ongoing series about How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of planning and execution, balancing problem-solving and asking for help, the role of checklists, the impact of leadership and team culture, effective communication and collaboration, risk management and building relationships, and lessons learned from past challenges.
Main Topics:
- The balance between speeding up projects and avoiding unforced errors
- The use of tools like Notion and Loom to improve productivity and efficiency
- The role of leadership in building a strong team culture
- Approaches to risk management and the value of building relationships
- Lessons learned from implementing new processes and tools
About the guest: Brad Hirayama is an experienced engineer and program manager specializing in medical devices, with a focus on new product development (NPD), biomedical devices, and process validation. Currently a Staff Engineer, he drives innovation in electrophysiology (EP) products. Brad's background includes roles at Abbott and NuVera Medical, where he contributed to the development of catheters and other vascular technologies. He has expertise in design thinking, FDA compliance, and leadership, all while embodying a passion for connecting people and technologies in impactful ways.
Links:
Brad Hirayama - LinkedIn
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