Key Achievements
Experience
25+ Years
Patents
2 Co-Invented
Product Development
8 Successful Products
Developed, architected, and released across multiple industries from R&D through production
Patents & Publications
Patent No: EP3776577B1 (2021)
Co-Inventor with Bayer HealthCare LLC
Workflow-aware user interface system for multi-fluid power injector medical imaging applications
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Patent No: AU2013271802A1 (2014), CA2876107A1 (2015)
Co-Inventor with Bayer HealthCare LLC
Medical device radiopharmaceutical delivery system for medical imaging applications
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Proceedings of SPIE, Vol. 4717 (2002)
Authors: R. Peterson, M. Novokov, J. Hsu, H. Gass, M. Benson
DOI: 10.1117/12.474707
Presented research on 6-degree-of-freedom motion simulator achieving 1000 Hz bandwidth control
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Technical Expertise
Programming Languages
Modern: TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C#, C, C++, SQL
Specialized: LabWindows/CVI, Assembly, MATLAB
AI & Machine Learning
Google AI Studio (Gemini), Claude AI, OpenAI APIs, Relevant Information Retrieval Strategies, Context Engineering, LLM Integration
Frameworks & Platforms
React Native, Expo, Next.js, Node.js, .NET Core, AWS, Azure, Supabase, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, Microservices
Databases & Storage
PostgreSQL (pgvector), SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, SQLite, Chroma, MongoDB, AWS S3, Azure Blob
Embedded & Real-Time
RTOS, DSP Programming, FPGA, TCP/IP, UDP, SCRAMNet, GPIB, Modbus, CAN Bus, PLC, SCADA/HMI
Compliance & Security
HIPAA, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, IEC 62304, GDPR, ISO 9001, Six Sigma
Professional Experience
Founder & Senior Software Engineer
Jun 2025 – PresentBensolutions, LLC DBA Noise Meld | Claridge, PA
- Architected CoachMeld, an extensible AI coaching platform featuring proprietary melding technology that provides unified, personalized guidance across iOS, Android, and web, launching with 6 specialized diet coaches and scaling to 50+ partner coaches across all wellness domains through marketplace and API integrations
- Engineered proprietary Information Retrieval System with evidence-based knowledge and context engineering, delivering personalized health guidance through specialized coach methodologies
- Built scalable multi-tenant architecture supporting tiered subscriptions with real-time response streaming and cross-platform synchronization
- Developed partner coach ecosystem enabling doctors, wellness coaches, health platforms, and content creators to deploy custom AI versions of their methodologies, facilitating new revenue streams, continuous audience engagement, and 24/7 personalized support when coaches are unavailable
- Implemented GDPR/HIPAA-compliant infrastructure with automated data management
Automation Engineer
Mar 2024 – Mar 2025Premier Automation LLC | Monroeville, PA
- Designed and implemented SCADA and HMI systems for industrial automation with PLC integration
- Developed custom operator interfaces meeting customer specifications
- Coordinated cross-functional teams ensuring project delivery within quality and timeline requirements
Senior Software Engineer
Aug 2022 – Aug 2023Dynamics Inc | Cheswick, PA
- Developed production software for VISA and Mastercard credit card personalization systems
- Built API services using C#, .NET, Python, and Oracle MySQL for high-volume transaction processing
- Engineered quality control systems reducing processing errors
- Implemented real-time monitoring and alerting systems ensuring transaction accuracy
Senior Software Engineer
May 2021 – Dec 2021Wabtec Corporation | Pittsburgh, PA
- Architected dynamic train track system viewer using C#, WPF, MVVM with performance optimization
- Enhanced locomotive simulation programs with C++, UDP/TCP messaging, and distributed controllers
- Collaborated with safety teams ensuring compliance with FRA railway safety standards
Senior Software Engineer
Jun 2019 – Jan 2021Emerson Automation Solutions | Pittsburgh, PA
- Redesigned Instructor Station application for operator training using C#, WPF, WCF, and MVVM
- Achieved substantial improvement in training efficiency through UX optimization
- Optimized system performance through robust error handling and performance tuning
Staff Software Engineer
Aug 2009 – Mar 2019Bayer US LLC | Indianola, PA
- Collaborated across multiple teams to bring 3 successful medical devices to market from ideation to production
- Architected control room software for CT contrast injector systems ensuring FDA compliance
- Led development of radiopharmaceutical injector UI software with regulatory validation
- Co-invented two patents for medical device fluid delivery systems
- Managed software validation processes meeting FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
Software Engineer
Jan 2005 – Jul 2009Ideal Aerosmith, Inc. | Pittsburgh, PA
- Architected AERO 4000 Motion Controller UI using C# and .NET with custom controls library
- Developed high-performance motion control systems for aerospace and defense applications
- Implemented .NET Remoting client-server architecture for DSP communication
Software Engineer
Nov 2001 – Dec 2004Carco Electronics | Pittsburgh, PA
- Developed High Frequency Motion Simulator using LabWindows/CVI for SBIR project
- Implemented embedded DSP and FPGA integration with Bittware hardware
- Architected remote host processes for CASCADE servo systems with multiple protocol integration
Earlier Experience (1991-2001)
Various PositionsMultiple Companies | Various Locations
- Controls Engineer - Calgon Carbon Corporation: PLC-based water treatment systems
- Systems Architect - Allegheny Ludlum Steel: Industrial process control consolidation
- Electrical Engineer - ITAM-Salem: Industrial furnace control systems
- Project Engineer - Controls and Instrumentation Systems: Plant automation consulting
- Sales Engineer - Benshaw, Inc.: AC/DC power electronics systems
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA