REMY AUBREY

My Bio

I grew up in South Florida, where I developed a taste for adventure and the outdoors through scuba diving, wake boarding, and exploring the everglades. I spent my more relaxed time on arts and crafts or getting lost in the magical world of books. I always loved creating things, whether is was mixing up new types of slime, making jewelry out of old spoons and coins, or building my own toy characters out of clay. At the time I didn't realize that this was the engineer in me, learning and growing through small passion projects.

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Throughout my time in school I gravitated towards science classes, and maintained an interest in a wide variety of topics. I took a summer course on marine mammals, volunteered in the local hospital, and joined a forensic science club. When it came time to decide on a track for college, the choice of Biomedical Engineering seemed obvious, as if it were made for me. It was the combination of my love for building and creating with my passion for science and purposeful impact. I could create new devices that integrated with biology to help people, so that became my goal. 

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While at university I worked in different research labs for neuroprosthetics and diabetes. I delved into study areas of electronic circuitry, coding, 3D modeling, and more, building a well-rounded knowledge and skill base. I got my Bachelors and Masters Degree in 5 years, spending the last year working full time at and orthopedic medical device company and doing my maters thesis with them on  designing an implant for fracture fixation in fingers.

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From there I wanted to move into more complex subjects and I jumped at the chance to join a Surgical Robotics company. It was a great opportunity to put to use the variety of skills I had developed, as robotics integrates mechanical, electrical, and software elements. I found my passion was mostly for mechanical design and mechatronics. It goes back the the joy of building something and seeing it work! I love the process of designing complex assemblies, integrating motors and sensors, and seeing it come to life. Robotics also involves so many interesting challenges that require a team of smart and passionate people to work together. it's the sort of environment I thrive in.

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During the pandemic I moved to New Zealand with my partner, where I became passionate about rock climbing and nature (the adventurous spirit is still alive). I have been working remotely ever since, traveling back to FL for a couple months each year. Working from home provides a nice focused environment that I greatly appreciate. I currently live in Nelson, where the Tui outside my window are providing very unhelpful feedback on my rambling writing style. 

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