Mark W. Steiner
Clinical Professor
Director, O.T. Swanson Multidisciplinary Design Lab

Department Affiliation:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
School of Engineering
Department of Mechanical, Aerospace & Nuclear Engineering

Education:

Ph.D., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Mechanical Engineering
M.S.,

B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Mechanical Engineering

Background:

Dr. Steiner worked at GE Corporate from 1987 to 1991, consulting and introducing world-class productivity practices throughout GE operations. In 1991 he joined GE Appliances and led product line structuring efforts resulting in million annual cost savings to the refrigeration business. Later as a design team leader he led product development efforts and the initial 1995 market introduction of the Built-In Style line of GE Profile refrigerators. His last assignment at GE Appliances was in the Office of Chief Engineer in support of GE's Design for Six Sigma initiative.

Dr. Steiner has taught advanced design methods to hundreds of new and experienced engineers. His research interests include; multidisciplinary design pedagogy, product architecture, mechanical reliability, design for manufacture, and quality.

Mark W. Steiner is Director of the O.T. Swanson Multidisciplinary Design Laboratory and Clinical Associate Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). He is responsible for overseeing the operation of the Multidisciplinary Design Laboratory and optimizing the experience for students working on "real-world" design problems.

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