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Cupertino, CA, US

Stäfa, CH

• Developed a comprehensive environmental testing and failure analysis platform, to enhance product reliability through rigorous testing and quality assessments
• Led cross-functional assessments to ensure technical solutions met program requirements, prioritizing manufacturability and compliance with quality standards
• Directed end-to-end manufacturing processes, including material planning, timeline management and quality assessment, achieving efficient execution under stringent specifications
• Utilized advanced 3D scanning and printing techniques to create anatomically accurate ear models, facilitating the development of operator training kits for ITC hearing devices
• Managed BOM, CAD and detailed specification documentation, enabling smooth transitions from design to production across teams

Redwood City, CA, US

• Led technical programs for 10+ additive manufacturing projects, driving product engineering from early development to scalable production and ensuring readiness for mass manufacturing
• Optimized design, manufacturing and process engineering initiatives to deliver customer-centered solutions, balancing technical complexity with performance, cost and quality through cross-departmental collaboration
• Contributed to platform advancements in design/production tools, software UX/UI and material/print capabilities, ensuring alignment with technical, functional and production standards
• Filed two provisional patents and a research disclosure, demonstrating expertise in novel engineering solutions

San Jose, CA, US

• Synthesized and troubleshooted applications based on client requirements and inquiries
• Educated and recommended clients various sensors, tools, analyzers, software, calibration services, etc.
• Liaised with multiple departments including engineering, sales, manufacturing and marketing to improve product
• Promoted the brand and products with resources/documentation like manuals, comparisons, and spec sheets
• Hosted trainings and demonstrations offering expertise for the manufacturing industry

Austin, Texas, US

• Managed Flex’s US Additive Manufacturing Lab, coordinating scheduling, inventory and resource allocation to support Additive Manufacturing (AM) capabilities and deliver rapid solutions
• Provided DFM insights, optimizing manufacturing efficiency through customized jigs & Fixtures and production tools
• Offered technical consulting on AM solutions, highlighting AM’s scalability and versatility

Hollister, California, US

• Led engineering initiatives to optimize electric motorcycle performance, leveraging FEA, GD&T and DFM principles to improve durability and manufacturability
• Developed process improvements that boosted production efficiency by over 200% while enhancing scalability
• Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to ensure component compatibility and timely procurement

Washington, D.C., US

• Developed and produced a custom 3D Bioprinter “Labfab” for a GWU bio-chem lab
• Collaborated with researchers and mentors to utilize a custom 3D printer in experiments
• Developed specialized hardware to conduct experiments using a wide variety of materials
• Optimized custom printing operations to produce specimens with minimal operator difficulty

San Diego, CA, US

• Worked remotely with the ROBO team on an upcoming printer
• Collaborated with team members to prevent design flaws and production setbacks
• Optimized the assembly process and created production manuals for an overseas partner
• Used Autodesk Fusion 360 and Solidworks to monitor changes to the design
• Created full production instructions with visuals, using Fusion 360 animation tools

Ashburn, VA, US

• Partnered with General Motors (GM) and The Department of Energy (DOE) to improve engine efficiency
• Worked with a researcher to devise a method for quantifying wear on engine components
• Operated a Bruker Contour microscope with Vision 64 software to measure surface morphology

Tonawanda, NY, US

• Assisted a Project Manager oversee multiple engineering projects
• Managed and updated project data, scheduling labor/product installation
• Worked with vendors, contractors and engineers as the project progressed

• Worked cooperatively to maintain roads, sidewalks, neighborhoods, as well as landscaping & clearing vegetation around town.
• Operated hydraulic equipment including dump trucks & packers

Richfield, Minnesota, US

• Inventory Specialist (June 2012 - August 2012)
• Constantly organized the warehouse using a forklift and hydraulic lift.
• Manually processed incoming and outgoing products between the sales floor, return centers and suppliers. Customer Specialist/Cashier (June 2009 - September 2011)
• Processed transactions, exchanges, returns and managed frequent obstacles with the checkout system.
• Offered and activated product protection plans and other promotions.

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering