NICHOLAS BONIDIE
Raleigh
Summary
Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in high-precision robotics and electromechanical systems. Achievements include redesigning robotic joints for enhanced precision, reducing costs, and improving performance metrics, while driving products from concept through production in compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Asensus Surgical
Raleigh
02.2026 - Current
- Developed workflow utilizing Python and AI agents to evaluate physics-based system models, reducing design iteration time and increasing R&D throughput.
- Managed design transfer to CM for inspection of V&V build parts, ensuring quality of intricate electromechanical components.
- Established end-of-line test criteria for integrated strain wave gearing actuators to ensure product reliability.
- Engineered integrated EOL test software application for deployment at CM in Korea.
- Analyzed mechanical joint compliance of strain wave gearing to improve software state error handling and meet requirements.
Mechanical Engineer
Asensus Surgical
Raleigh
01.2023 - 02.2026
- Redesigned high-precision robotic joint, eliminating lost motion below 1 arcmin, enhancing torsional rigidity, reducing unit cost by $742 and weight by 2.5 kg.
- Led transition of structural robotic link from aluminum extrusions to vacuum casting (A356), resulting in 85% increase in structural stiffness and $868 per-unit BOM reduction.
- Redesigned structural connection of robotic joints to base, enhancing system rigidity and increasing natural harmonic by 6 Hz.
- Redesigned motor frame to integrate ballscrew connection, resolving fatigue failures and extending system longevity to over 800,000 cycles.
- Engineered high-speed transmission system with off-the-shelf components, achieving top speed of 440 mm/s and 19.8 m/s^2 of acceleration with a 92kg payload.
- Optimized distal arm geometry, increasing system resonant frequency by 6 Hz.
- Delivered major subsystem on time within nine-month timeline.
Engineering Intern
Dlhbowles
Columbia
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Created Python 3.7 scripts with OpenCV to analyze test data on droplet movement and spray density, enhancing data interpretation.
- Conducted product-specific testing to assess flow rates, exit velocity, and electrical components for performance evaluation.
- Developed and validated test procedures for new and existing products, ensuring reliability and compliance with specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland
College Park01-2022
Skills
- Electromechanical Design
- Robotics engineering
- Risk and Failure Analysis
- FEA - Solidworks, Creo, Ansys
- Thermal Analysis
- CAD Modeling - SolidWorks, Onshape
- PDM - Arena
- PLM - Windchill, Upchain
- Programming Languages - MATLAB, Python
- Manufacturing Processes - Machined, Cast, Extruded, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal
- Product Development - Rapid Prototype, Qualification, V&V, Production (ISO 13485)
- GD&T (ASME Y145)
- Vibration analysis
Websites
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Asensus Surgical
02.2026 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
Asensus Surgical
01.2023 - 02.2026
Engineering Intern
Dlhbowles
01.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland