Erikson Consulting

Overview

Erikson Consulting, led by David Erikson, brings over 25 years of proven expertise in engineering development, medical devices, and technology leadership. With a career spanning multinational medical device and semiconductor corporations, startups, and listed enterprises, David has consistently delivered measurable business outcomes through innovation, execution, and strategic leadership.

As a former CTO and Engineering Manager for multiple ASX-listed companies, David has built and led high-performing, cross-disciplinary teams including experts in systems, hardware, firmware, software, data science, and IoT. He specializes in aligning engineering initiatives with organizational strategy, ensuring technology programs not only meet technical requirements but also deliver tangible ROI and compelling narratives for boards, executives, and investors.

Consulting Expertise

Product Development Strategy

Alignment of product roadmaps with business strategy
Identification and closure of strategic gaps
Executive-level collaboration for investment-ready plans

Program & Project Management

Advising on troubled or difficult programs and projects
Leadership of complex corporate initiatives
Planning & execution with waterfall, agile, hybrid methods
From concept to commercialization across portfolios

Engineering Management

Advising leadership teams on best practices and methods
Leadership across software, hardware, mechanical & systems
Implementation of best-practice engineering processes
Delivery of compliant, manufacturable products

Systems Engineering

Advising on application of SE process for projects
Meeting user, business & regulatory requirements
Architecture, design, integration, verification & validation
Specialization in risk management & usability

Product Management & Architecture

Advising on product strategy & customer-driven innovation
System & subsystem architecture expertise

Medical Device Development

End-to-end leadership from concept to global commercialization
Planning, development, and maintenance of medical devices
Design control leadership and implementation expert

Software and AI Leadership

IEC 62304 / IEC 82304 Compliance
AI/ML product creation and processes
Scalable Cloud Systems and Architectures
Data Lakehouse Implementation

Quality, Privacy & Security

ISO 9001 & ISO 13485 systems creation & audits
ISO 27001 ISMS, GDPR, HIPAA, APP compliance
Integration of cybersecurity & privacy frameworks

Experience & Certifications

CTO & Engineering Manager for multiple ASX-listed companies
Director of major programs in medical devices & advanced tech
Architect or Engineering Manager for products generating >$1B of lifetime revenue
Creator of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 27001 management systems
Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 & ISO 13485
ISACA CISA Certified

Consulting Approach

Diagnose, Analyze, Review – Uncover challenges and opportunities.
Synthesize, Organize, Structure – Define clear strategies and roadmaps.
Lead, Manage, Coordinate – Align teams and processes to execute.
Complete, Transfer, Close Out – Deliver results and embed sustainable capabilities.