Team

Chad is a senior mechanical design engineer experienced in the design of complex electromechanical prototypes and products. He grew up in Maryland and was educated locally, with a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park and a Master’s of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) focused on Haptics and Medical Robotics from the Johns Hopkins University. He founded Root3 Labs in 2012 after having worked in the medical device and engineering consulting industries for almost 15 years.

At home and at work, Chad enjoys digging into challenging technical problems, whether that means designing a microfluidic pump from scratch or breathing new life into a neglected bicycle (or computer, or motorcycle). He’s experienced working with startups, manufacturers, and State and Federal Government clients, named on 16 patents, a licensed Professional Engineer (Maryland), a Certified Solidworks Professional (CSWP), a certified forklift operator and trainer, and a certified ABYC Marine Electrician. He also enjoys sharing his love of engineering and entrepreneurship with his wife & three sons.