In 1999, Hewlett-Packard moved its medical device operation out of McMinnville OR. Neal Andrews and Steve Cooper loved their work at HP, but knew that relocating to Boston wasn’t the right thing for their growing families.
They envisioned a company by engineers, for engineers, where the HP Rules of the Garage could be truly expressed and the practice of device engineering could be elevated to its potential.
They built a community founded on respect for excellence, dedication to teamwork, and positive contribution to the betterment of the world.
Over the years, Neal and Steve’s vision resonated with customers, colleagues, and suppliers in a vibrant community that builds great things and is built to last.
In over 24 years of service, we’ve assembled a team of 200+ engineers, technicians, program managers & support staff.
We’re honored to have earned the repeat business of nearly every customer who’s experienced working with us. Household name, industry defining multinationals measure their engagements with AC in years and decades.
Mid-cap niche leaders use us to catapult to the next level, and early stage companies with big dreams leverage AC to deliver on their Missions with the effectiveness and quality of the Fortune 100.
We take on only select new customers – we know we’ll be a good fit if you’ve got vision, ambition, and dedication to the principle that we all win when we’re all on the same team.
We Believe…
…that when people are aligned with their mission and each other, the experience of technology development is optimal and results are maximized. AC’s mission is to create the conditions for expression of engineering in its highest form – great teams applied to missions that matter, free from needless distraction or friction.
…that maximum learning happens when hypotheses are tested by constructive challenge. When everyone has a voice and trusts in their colleagues, we all get smarter – together. We cultivate opportunity for professional growth, advancement, and leadership, because mentorship raises everybody’s game.
…that we share an obligation to be a force for good in the world – part of everyone’s solution and no one’s problem. AC is proud of more than 20+ years of dedication to truth, justice, and inclusion. We know that goodness and smarts come in every flavor of human, and we actively reject racism, sexism, and discrimination in all their forms.
…that our work is a fundamental drive, and solving new problems provides intrinsic reward. When we collaborate with a sense of purpose, in alignment with teams of smart, good-hearted people, we bring out the best in us all, and together we deliver the extraordinary.
We value winning as a team over personal recognition. We will go out of our way to help a teammate and the team be successful.
We care so much about being a good teammate that we will give and receive feedback, even when it makes us uncomfortable, because it makes us better.
We make generous use of the first-person plural pronoun, WE. “We” deliver success, together.
Similarly, “we” gracefully accept responsibility for setbacks and work hard to turn them into triumphs.
Think servant leadership, teammate, candor, selfless, and humility (curiosity).
We don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. When we recognize an opportunity to make things better, we take action. When we encounter obstacles, we join forces to overcome them.
Our relentless pursuit of solutions is what drives our creative problem solving. We take our commitments and our customer’s success seriously and put in the extra effort when needed.
When we fall short, we take responsibility and do what we can to make it right.
We think beyond what our customer has asked us to do by considering their goals and acting like we are a colleague rather than vendor.
Think responsibility, accountability, creative problem solving, and effort.
We value working with people who bring out the best in each other.
Cool people are self-aware, keep a positive attitude, and stay composed under pressure. They avoid gossip, give and receive feedback openly, and keep their approach constructive when tackling challenges.
Being “cool” isn’t about looks—it’s about how you act. It’s the highest form of professionalism: having each other’s backs, staying authentic, and taking risks with confidence.
Think: attitude, likeable, self-aware, composure, constructive, and authentic.
Neal, Steve, and the AC family believe in giving back to the communities that have supported and nurtured their growth. At Andrews Cooper, we recognize the importance of community involvement and have a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Every year, our team participates in community service projects, supporting local organizations and initiatives, ranging from environmental clean-ups to education mentorship programs for young aspiring engineers. We strive to create positive change in the tech industry, our neighborhoods, and local societies.
We’ve proudly partnered with local schools, offering workshops and internships to help students gain real-world engineering experience. Our engineers volunteer their time to mentor the next generation, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the fast-paced world of technology.
Our ‘AC Gives Back’ initiative has donated to various charitable organizations, supporting causes that resonate with our core values. When a company is fortunate enough to succeed, it is responsible for sharing that success with the broader community.
By prioritizing community involvement, we aim to inspire others in our industry to do the same. Our vision goes beyond just engineering; we aim to build a brighter future for everyone.
While our roots are in device engineering, the technology landscape is ever-evolving. At AC, we’ve embraced the changes, consistently pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Over the years, we’ve expanded our expertise to cover robotics, automation, software development, and more. We constantly explore emerging fields, ensuring we remain at innovation’s forefront. Our in-house research and development team constantly experiments with cutting-edge technologies, turning ideas into real-world solutions for our clients. We understand that staying stagnant is not an option in today’s fast-paced tech world. We are committed to continuous learning, growth, and leading the way in technological advancements. With a collaborative approach, we bring experts from different domains together to brainstorm, prototype, and develop solutions that address modern challenges. At AC, cross-pollinating ideas from varied fields can lead to groundbreaking innovations.Ready to take the next step in your engineering journey? Speak with one of our experienced engineers today. Fill out the form, and our Business Development Manager, Eli Cox, will connect you with the right engineering team tailored to your unique needs.
At Andrews Cooper, we are dedicated to helping ambitious, tech-focused companies innovate their industries and change the world. Let’s collaborate and turn your ideas into reality. Contact us today, and let’s embark on a transformative engineering journey together.
Business Development Manager
