Dan Miltenberger

University of Colorado Boulder (Fall 2025 - Spring 2027)

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Design Track

• 3.65 GPA

Virginia Commonwealth University (Summer 2021 - Spring 2025)

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

• Minor in Mathematics

• 3.80 GPA

• Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society Scholar

May to August 2024

At B. Braun, I worked in the OEM division of the R&D department. I led an IV spike validation project from start to finish, which included researching ISO standards, designing testing fixtures, coding a data analysis tool, and reporting to the client. I wrote and executed over 30 testing procedures that met FDA and MDA regulations through collaborating across departments. I assisted with 10 different projects over the course of the summer, learning about the life cycle of medical devices from initial development to end of life maintenance. I presented my work at the end of summer internship presentations and won first place for my clear and concise communication. 

Skills: Excel Programming (VBA), ISO Standards, Verification and Validation, Quality Assurance

January 2026 - Present

As a production assistant for the mechanical engineering senior design program, I mentor four teams through the process of bringing a mechanical design from idea to the client. I help communication between clients, team members, and instructional staff to make sure projects are the best the can be. I provide feedback and advice through "red-lining" technical drawings, comprehensive manufacturability reviews, test plan reviews, and professional communication.

September 2023 to May 2025

As an undergraduate in VCU's AIM Lab, I assisted in developing the dispersion device for powdered surfactant, which helps infants breathe. I learned how to contribute in a fast paced laboratory environment, including designing test fixtures to minimize static, and streamlining resin 3D printing procedures to minimize variability. Additionally, I programmed a custom 3D model generation tool to visualize powder deposits left in the device, saving 5 hours per test.

Skills: Python, Laboratory Equipment, Documentation, Resin Printing (FormLab)

Read More: VCU News AIM Lab Innovators of the Year 2025

May to August 2023

My commute to work at my first job involved stopping to wait for the suspended cab of a tractor trailer to move out of the way. As an intern at the logistics department of Mack Trucks, I assisted with ensuring that all the parts where in the right place at the right time. Over the course of the internship I taught myself the programming language python and automated over 700 hours of work. I created a PowerBI dashboard that analyzed the capacity of the warehouses at the plant and determined which pallets were "double parked." This dashboard helped the department use space more efficiently, saving an estimated $200,000 a year. I helped lead a kaizen to improve the ergonomics of five assembly stations, working closely with technicians from the United Auto Workers local 677.

Skills: Lean Manufacturing, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Six Sigma

Fall 2025

As part of CU Boulder's Design for Manufacturability class, we examined best practices for various manufacturing methods, including injection molding, casting, machining, and more. As a team, we disassembled a consumer electronic and recreated all parts using reverse engineering techniques. The team then made modifications to the parts to improve the design for manufacturability and/or design for assembly. Our report also includes the technical drawing package for the original appliance and our improvements. I did the majority of the technical writing in the report, including the executive summary, project charter, and DFA analysis. I created the technical drawings for part 4.02, 5.02, and 6.03. 

Skills: Solidworks, Technical Drawing, Technical Reports (LATEX), Design for Assembly, Design for Manufacturability, Material Selection

Deliverable: Reverse Engineering of a Hamilton Beach Blender.pdf

Fall 2025

In CU Bouder's Advanced Product Design class, I worked closely with a team of my peers to develop a diagnostic tool for pressure related injuries (also called bed sores or pressure ulcers). We worked through the entire design thinking methodology, starting with interviewing dozens of stakeholders to determine our problem statement, then rapidly pretotyping and prototyping multiple solutions. We determined that the best course of action was to create a bedsheet with integrated pressure sensors which would then alert the patient and caregivers, as opposed to a wholly preventative solution. I helped manage the project timeline, conducted interviews, and developed the business case for our product.

Skills: User Interviews, Rapid Prototyping / Rapid Pretotyping, Design Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis

Deliverable: Sore Solutions Website

August 2024 - May 2025

For my senior year, I was one of only 5 students to pitch a new project and get accepted for my school's senior design capstone. My pitch, to build a low cost spirometer for underserved communities, was so popular that for the first time ever the college had to create two teams for the same project. We created an arduino powered pressure sensor diagnostic tool. This was held in a portable and rugged case with the intent to bring this important tool to the people who need it, instead of requiring the patients to travel to spirometry clinics. I led the project timeline and programming, while learning how to navigate costs and client expectations. The project successfully laid the groundwork for future teams, and is being continued by students in the class of 2026.

Skills: Microelectronics (Multimeter, Function Generator), PCB Design, Arduino Programming (C++), Project Management

Spring 2025

Taught by the former director of sustainability at Ford, I learned how to manage time, cost, uncertainty, and expectations in a project charter for Professor David Berdish's class. My project? Establishing a woodworking space (a hobby of mine). I divided this complicated task into a clear sequence to purchase equipment, materials, and consumables, with safety as a first priority. If you would like to see my project management abilities (or are considering starting up your own woodworking hobby!) please take a look below.

Skills: Technical Writing, Communication, Change Order Processes

Deliverable: The Inspiring Workshop - Project Charter and Work Breakdown Structure