Richard Powers

Richard Powers is an experienced engineer specializing in systems and hardware engineering, with a focus on advanced diagnostics and medical devices. Currently serving as the Lead Systems Engineer for Advanced Staining Platforms at Ventana Medical Systems/Roche since October 2013, Richard has contributed to various organizations in roles such as Consultant Hardware R&D Engineer at ViaCyte, where product development for pancreatic stem cell delivery systems was a key focus, and Director of Hardware Engineering at Covidien, leading the development of acute care ventilation solutions. Richard's extensive background includes notable positions at Siemens Medical Solutions, Agilent Technologies, and Hughes Helicopters, underscoring expertise in product development, regulatory compliance, and technical engineering across medical and aerospace sectors. Richard holds both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, and Nuclear Engineering from UCLA.