Leadership in Manufacturing
E1 Passion for lean product development
Nov 27, 2020
Bob Melvin, VP of Engineering at Teledyne Marine Systems, shares his passion for lean product development and his early experiences practicing it. He discusses his career progression and the challenges of remote team communication. The importance of innovation, collaborative dialogue, and building a cohesive team are also highlighted.
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- Lean product development principles can be implemented without realizing it, emphasizing the importance of testing and challenging assumptions in the design process.
- Success in engineering requires building cohesive teams, asking the right questions, and maintaining a deep understanding of customer needs and technical knowledge.
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Overview of Teladine Marine Systems
Bob Melbourne, VP of Engineering at Teladine Marine Systems, discusses the products and innovations of the company. They specialize in autonomous vehicles for the marine industry, such as underwater gliders that can navigate long distances and underwater vehicles for tasks like oil and gas inspection. Additionally, they have surface boats for quick inspections and even equipment for inspecting containers like k-cups for quality assurance.
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