Michael Newel
Optical Engineer | Leader | Communicator
- Role
- Lead Optical and Systems Engineer at Stellarnet, Inc
- Location
- Tampa, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Newel
I bridge the gap between complex optical physics and scalable, high-impact hardware.As a Lead Optical and Systems Engineer, I specialize in optimizing systems for market growth and operational efficiency. In the last year, I successfully launched new product lines that now account for 10% of total annual gross sales. By redesigning core optical components, I also secured significant recurring COGS savings and achieved a 58% reduction in inventory valuation over two years, dramatically improving capital liquidity.My approach combines deep technical rigor with a \"founder\'s mindset.\" Whether it’s architecting the Optics Vault, a system of 375+ drawings with full traceability and ECO control, or leading a tripled growth in Raman system sales, I focus on building the infrastructure that allows technology to scale.Technical Core:System Design: Spectroscopy, Class IV Medical Lasers, SWIR/NIR/Raman Systems.Fabrication & Ops: Substantial COGS reduction, Supply Chain Engineering, and DOE.The 2026 Horizon: Orchestrating the launch of 11 new products
Experience
Lead Optical and Systems Engineer
Dec 2021 — Present · Tampa, FL, US
Added 8% growth in two years from new products- Tripled sales in Raman systems with new designs
Education
University of Central Florida
Optics/Optical Sciences
University of Arizona
Optics/Optical Sciences
University of South Florida
Master of Science (M.S.), Electro-optical Engineering
2004 — 2006
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electro-optical Engineering
1999 — 2004
Skills
- Fda
- Sensors
- R&D
- Medical Devices
- Product Development
- Design Control
- Matlab
- Optics
- Visual Basic
- Laser
- Iso 14971
- Program Management
- Spectroscopy
- Photonics
- Biomedical Engineering
- Testing
- Manufacturing
- Electronics
- Project Management
- Fiber Optics
- Validation
- Iso 13485
- Thin Films
- Metrology
- Engineering
- Semiconductors
- Quality System
- Interferometry
- Zemax
- Innovation
- Product Innovation
- Research
- Research and Development (R&D)
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