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I’m Bryan Craig Golden, a Product Design Engineer with 30+ years of experience turning concepts into manufacturable solutions across industrial, medical, consumer electronics, and aerospace applications. I excel at mechanical architecture, DFM/DFA/DFX, human-centered design, and full-cycle product development. My deep CAD expertise, hands-on prototyping, and cross-functional leadership help ideas move quickly from concept to production.
I’ve driven innovations in VR/AR, drone, robotics, and IoT hardware at Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, and startups. From resolving on-Day-1 structural failures to scaling manufacturing and delivering clear handoffs, I pride myself on sturdy hardware, rigorous engineering, and collaborative mentorship that ships reliable devices.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Lead DFM/DFX Engineer at Performance Drone Works (PDW)
July 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025Scaled drone output 3× through mechanical re-architecture and optimized tooling; led fixture and prototype development for emerging flight systems; integrated DFA and tolerance analysis for streamlined handoff to production.
Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Meta (Oculus Division)
October 1, 2023 - September 24, 2025Designed precision mechanical systems for VR optics, focusing on structural and motion integration; delivered fixture tooling and functional prototypes in collaboration with QA and ID teams; used Siemens NX to support rapid iterations for internal and consumer-ready devices.
Senior Prototype Hardware Engineer at Amazon — Special Projects Group
November 1, 2022 - September 24, 2025Resolved structural failure in a molded chassis on Day 1; unblocked program-critical milestone; designed and documented thermal and mechanical solutions for electromechanical assemblies; delivered full product handoff including media-based manufacturing instructions.
Prototype Lab Manager at SI-Bone Medical Devices
May 1, 2022 - September 24, 2025Established surgical prototyping lab for precision instrumentation and test assemblies; delivered cleanroom-compatible components under strict regulatory and QA requirements; managed cross-functional design reviews, vendor coordination, and internal timelines.
Senior Prototype Engineer → Director, Model Shop at Microsoft HoloLens
January 1, 2021 - September 24, 2025Built and scaled a Silicon Valley model shop supporting AR wearables and sensors; oversaw development of high-fidelity mechanical systems, precision optics housings, and CMF prototypes; mentored junior engineers and designers; recognized with SHIP IT and IMPACT awards.
Owner at Golden Model Works
January 1, 2015 - September 24, 2025Boutique prototyping for wearables, robotics, medical, and industrial devices; provided end-to-end rapid prototyping, design-for-manufacturability support, and cross-functional collaboration for startups and established clients.
Prototype Specialist at Edge Industrial Design
January 1, 2003 - September 24, 2025CAD-to-tooling translation for consumer fitness products; supported product teams with rapid prototyping, fixture design, and part fabrication.
Lead DFM/DFX Engineer at Performance Drone Works (PDW)
July 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025Scaled drone output 3× through mechanical re-architecture and optimized tooling. Led fixture and prototype development for emerging flight systems. Integrated DFA and tolerance analysis for streamlined handoff to production.
Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Meta (Oculus Division)
October 1, 2023 - September 24, 2025Designed precision mechanical systems for VR optics, focusing on structural and motion integration. Delivered fixture tooling and functional prototypes in collaboration with QA and ID teams. Used Siemens NX to support fast-paced product iterations for internal and consumer-ready devices.
Senior Prototype Hardware Engineer at Amazon — Special Projects Group
November 1, 2022 - September 24, 2025Resolved structural failure in a molded chassis on Day 1; unblocked program-critical milestone. Designed and documented thermal and mechanical solutions for electromechanical assemblies. Delivered full product handoff including media-based manufacturing instructions.
Prototype Lab Manager at SI-Bone Medical Devices
May 1, 2022 - September 24, 2025Established surgical prototyping lab for precision instrumentation and test assemblies. Delivered cleanroom-compatible components under strict regulatory and QA requirements. Managed cross-functional design reviews, vendor coordination, and internal timelines.
Senior Prototype Engineer → Director, Model Shop at Microsoft HoloLens
January 1, 2021 - September 24, 2025Built and scaled a Silicon Valley model shop supporting AR wearables and sensors. Oversaw development of high-fidelity mechanical systems, precision optics housings, and CMF prototypes. Mentored junior engineers and designers; recognized with 'SHIP IT' and 'IMPACT' awards.
Owner at Golden Model Works
January 1, 2015 - September 24, 2025Boutique prototyping for wearables, robotics, medical, and industrial devices.
Prototype Specialist at Edge Industrial Design
January 1, 2003 - September 24, 2025CAD-to-tooling translation for consumer fitness products.
Education
CADD/CAM, Electro-Mechanical Packaging at Glendale Community College
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Product Design (Incomplete; Sculpture & Form Focus) at Art Center College of Design
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025CADD/CAM, Electro-Mechanical Packaging at Glendale Community College
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Product Design (Incomplete) at Art Center College of Design
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Qualifications
HAAS CNC Mill/Lathe Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Mastercam 5-Axis Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Microsoft Leadership Development Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025HAAS CNC Mill/Lathe
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Mastercam 5-Axis
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Microsoft Leadership Development
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Life Sciences, Healthcare
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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