Ivan McCracken

Ivan McCracken, PE, is a seasoned engineering professional with a strong background in hardware design and development. Currently serving as the Director of Hardware at Valve Corporation since October 2017, Ivan collaborates with VR experts to create top-tier gaming and VR hardware, notably delivering the Valve Index HMD. Previously, Ivan worked as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Microsoft from May 2011 to October 2017, where contributions were made to enhance Surface products. Earlier experiences include a role at Xerox, where Ivan led the design of the ink delivery system for the ColorQube printer line, and a research assistantship at Oregon State University, focusing on injection molding technology. Ivan's career began with a Product Design Internship at Procter & Gamble, resulting in a patent and trade secret. Educational credentials include a BS in Plastics Engineering Technology from Penn State University and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University.