Alan Langworthy

Alan Langworthy is an experienced engineering professional currently serving as Engineering Director for New Product Development at Edwards Lifesciences, focusing on transcatheter heart valves since December 2022. Previously, Alan held the position of Director of Manufacturing Operations at Spark Grills, where responsibilities included BBQ manufacturing. Prior roles include Director of Manufacturing and Productivity at CoorsTek, Senior Manager Engineering and other leadership positions at Olympus Corporation of the Americas, and process development roles at Gyrus ACMI and Gyrus Medical. Alan started a career in engineering at IBM (UK) as a Manufacturing Engineer, followed by significant roles at Nortel Networks and BAE Systems. Alan's educational background includes studies at the City and Guilds of London Institute and HM Naval Base Portsmouth.