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• Documented and evaluated analysis to update company-wide standards and benchmarks for 4+ parts
• Utilized in-house software and ANSYS to substantiate life cycles of part iterations
• Refined 2D and 3D models to improve accuracy of results and improved efficiency by 12% while meeting deliverables
• Assessed failure modes, field data, and crack initiations to identify critical areas

• Engineering Development Rotation Program:
• Managed and collaborated with cross-functional teams for cost reduction project to decrease assembly time, reduce 10% in damaged parts, and deliver hardware on time
• Oversaw test plans and field investigations to determine probable causes and identify steps forward
• Communicated and negotiated with suppliers to finalize industrial plans of parts within budget and deadlines

• Engineering Development Rotation Program:
• Investigated and documented limit expansions and engineering changes to maintain design criteria and structural integrity, leading to fewer parts rejected, lowered costs, and reduced labor time
• Coordinated with vendors to validate the precision and accuracy of manufactured parts and testing procedures
• Analyzed 10+ quality data to determine part acceptability while meeting customer demands

• Engineering Development Rotation Program:
• Assessed failure modes and life expectancy of redesigned parts for interchangeability
• Calculated and updated lifing for rotors to set new life cycle values
• Facilitated transition and integration of new hires and documentation of manuals

Ithaca, New York Area

• Redesigned and customized an open source motorized prosthetic hand design from OpenBionics
• Collaborated with OpenBionics to decrease build time by 20% by improved design manual and assembly process
• Lead the effort to integrate new members and documented iteration progress of the prosthetic hand
• Improved thumb joint functionality and increased manufacturability using injection molding

Ithaca, NY

• Assembled, tested, and prepared the OAAN spacecraft for collaboration with NASA’s Langley Research Center
• Improved spacecraft functionality through research, design, and implementation of new parts
• Developed, edited, and improved the Test Article Assembly and Integration Procedure manual

Ithaca, NY

• Manager (August 2014 - May 2016) Manager in Training (January 2014 - July 2014)Crew Member (April 2013 - December 2013)
• Managed and mentored new members to facilitate communication and collaboration to plan events
• Planned, organized, and executed large scale events (300+ attendees) and daily programs (40+ attendees)
• Educated students and built a closer community, while staying within budget and deadlines

Ithaca, New York Area

• Investigated the practicality and potential of various installation and replacement options to improve Cornell’s hydroelectric power generation
• Researched various pipe lining materials and calculated the power and payback period to find the feasibility and benefits of each

Ithaca, New York Area

• Use a Content Management System to build new sites while presenting the information in aesthetically neat and appealing way
• Plan and work with minimal supervision
• Curate content for the new sites

Brooklyn, NY

• Benchmarked 3D printer market resulting in reprioritized product roadmap and successful Series A Round funding
• Updated and translated the flagship printer assembly manual, resulting in 15% improvement in quality and repair time
• Established and documented test procedure for next generation of printer, providing data for future improvements
• Improved online customer experience by 10% with documentation of resources, common terminology, and user errors

Ithaca, New York Area

• Designed, built, and tested solar cookers to provide alternative and lasting renewable energy cooking methods
• Successfully built an easily replicable vacuum for use during the heating of the solar panel
• Tested and researched materials to be used as a backing

Master Of Engineering (Meng), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Bachelor'S, Eng - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Activities and Societies: Community Center Programs, Chinese Student Association, Hong Kong Student Association

Education record

Activities and Societies: ARISTA National Honors Society, Artistic Beads Craft Club, The Educational Alliance, Specialized High School.