Sam Zheng (M Sc ME; P. Eng.)
** ****** ******* ** *******, AB, Canada
Phone: 587-***-**** Email: ***********@*******.***
OBJECTIVE
Mechanical Engineer/ Design Engineer/Project Engineer/Manufacturing
Engineer
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
An experienced Mechanical/Project Engineer, having worked in mechanical
design and manufacturing industry for 23 years; mechanical
equipment/product design for more than 15 years; 8 years work experience
in oil and gas industry in mechanical equipment and downhole tool design,
prototyping, testing and design improvement; being an organized, goal-
oriented and self-motivated team player with the ability to learn
quickly.
Expert in mechanical equipment layout, design and analysis; professional
skill in 3D CAD Modeling, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA); in addition
to project/production management, having constantly contributed to the
quality improvement and cost reduction.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
. P. Eng. ( APEGA No.115030,Canada);
. Proven ability in mechanical product structure design, oil and gas
equipment and downhole tool design; MWD/LWD tool design, testing and
sustaining; design improvement/optimization; design calculations
. Downhole tool seal design and sealing high pressure testing skills
(33,000psi at 150 C; 25,000psi at 0 C)
. Downhole tool jig/fixture and test system design, assembly system design
and manufacturing
. Proficient in advanced 3D CAD modeling and drafting with GD & T
(SolidWorks2014 with EPDM, AutoCAD2012;Inventor), experience in Finite
Element Analysis (ANSYS)
. Extensive experience in multi-projects scheduling, budget and management
. Solid skills in engineering issue analysis, troubleshooting and technical
support at shop floor
. Skilled in coordinating and collaborating with different departments, and
in liaison with vendors/customers; supplier sourcing
. 7 years experience in establishing manufacturing plant and setting up
production line, equipment specification selection and maintenance; multi-
projects management; production management
. Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
. Knowledge of oil and gas equipment and international standards (ASME API,
ANSI, CSA, OH&S, etc.)
. Expertise and extensive experience in manufacturing Technologies
(machining, welding, casting, heat-treatment, sheet metal molding and
plastic injection molding)
. SolidWorks2014 EPDM training Certificate; First Aid Safety Certificate
EDUCATION
. Engineering Design and Drafting Technology
SAIT, Calgary, Canada
. Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Nanchang Hangkong University, China
Main Courses: Mechanical Optimum Design, Finite Element Analysis, CAE
. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Material Processing)
Nanchang Hangkong University, China
ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT
SolidWorks; AutoCAD; ANSYS CAD/CAE/CAM System Integration
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma CRTP (Training Program) at Bow
Valley College
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Engineer (R&D)-Project 2012-Now
XACT Downhole Telemetry Inc.
> Downhole Tool develop/design, MWD/LWD tool design, redesign and
retrofitting; Component testing and failure analysis
> Conceptual design, detailed design on downhole tools and provide 3D
models, 2D drawings with GD&T
> Create Bill of Materials(BOMs), Engineering Change Notices(ECNs, NCRs);
build prototypes and systems suitable for testing
> New product prototyping, testing; Find solutions for tough design issues
occurred in operations
> Design downhole tool seal and sealing test under high pressure and
high/low temperature
> Design jigs/fixtures, crossovers for prototype testing; Create lab
testing procedures and set up test system
> Select different components and materials for tool design and testing and
for seal design and testing
> Assemble tools and system; perform testing; analyze test results and
provide test reports
> Provide engineering support in workshop for product assembling, testing,
technical problem solving
> Undertake design projects; Cooperate with third party for product test
and analysis
> Simulate and analyze stress/strain of products/components with ANSYS
> Organize meeting with vendors, manufacturing for technical issue analysis
and problem solving
> High pressure high temperature test on downhole sealing and select
sealing materials; document test results
> Help Vendors/suppliers to solve technical problems and provide
instructions for quality, manufacturing technology /method selection
Mechanical Engineer 2010-2012
Schlumberger Canada Ltd. Extreme Engineering, Calgary
> Understand specifications, data sheets, and customer requirements of the
product required; and convert conceptual design into technical options
and prototyping; Undertake technical projects
> Design MWD/LWD tools, products and assist in commercialization in
agreement with project technical and timing objectives
> Create Bill of Materials(BOMs), Engineering Change Notices(ECNs, NCRs);
build prototypes and systems suitable for testing and set up and run lab
simulations.
> Design testing procedures and perform tests. Conduct and document test
results and develop client presentation; Provide timely corrective
actions on all assigned defects and issues
> Conduct and participate in technical reviews of requirements,
specifications, designs, code and other artifacts; Ensure commitments are
agreed, reviewed and met.
> Direct, provide guidance and review work of technicians. Mentor junior
engineers regarding technical matters.
> Create and maintain product documentation (requirements, specification,
design, development, integration, test procedures and results) following
the PLMP custom form of the project.
> Communicate with Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering on products or
systems.
> Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and
presentations.
Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract Job) 2009-2010
INOVA Geophysical Equipment Ltd., Calgary, Canada
> Prepared preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings
and schematics
> Conferred with research and other engineering personnel and prepares
design modifications as required
> Provided technical support and services for mechanical engineering,
projects
> Prepared and interpreted conventional and computer-assisted design (CAD)
engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for equipment and
components;
> Prepared cost and material estimates, projects schedules and reports
> Conducted tests and analyses of equipment, components and materials to
determine their performance, strength, response to stress and other
characteristics;
> Designed products, moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures for use in
manufacturing processes
> Conducted new product life tests on assemblies and record and analysis
results
> Worked with other engineers and reviewed and approved designs,
calculations and cost estimates
> Developed methods and procedures for testing products or systems
> Investigated mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
Commodity Engineer 2007-2008
SMART Technologies ULC, Calgary, Canada
> Participated in projects for research and development of new equipment
> Improved current processes and practices for projects by acting as the
primary technical liaison between PD/NPI and vendors
> Analyzed product structures, provided project support and guidance in the
design of components, optimized components structure for reliability,
cost and longevity
> Reviewed design drawings (with SolidWorks) for conformity and errors
before delivering to suppliers
> Provided technical support to vendors to help achieve desired design
goals
> Analyzed quality issues of components from vendors, calculated
load/stress, tested components, created analysis reports and suggestions
to solve problems
> Sourced, audited and managed suppliers, obtained and negotiated
preliminary pricing, lead times and samples, analyzed quality of samples
with PD/NPI
> Analyzed quality issues of components from suppliers, tested components
and provided analysis reports and suggestions to solve problems on the
technical standpoint
> Created, updated and maintained procurement/ management documentation
Mechanical Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer/ Lead Project Engineer 2000-
2006
American Beichi Electronic Lights Co. Ltd., Nanchang, China
> Designed layout of a manufacturing plant and established a production
line based on Lean Manufacturing principles
> designed machine/equipment (with SolidWorks) and analyzed stress with FEA
(ANSYS)
> Designed and installed a painting system, designed auxiliary jig/fixtures
(with SolidWorks)
> Developed a series of new mechanical products with advanced 3D modeling
software (SolidWorks) and did prototyping, assembling, testing and
quality analysis
> Created Bills of Materials (BOM), process drawings and technical
documents
> Managed projects on planning, budget, quality and time-line
> Created and optimized processing procedures based on Lean Manufacturing
principles
> Coordinated issues between design and manufacturing that improved
manufacturability and quality
> Supervised up to 7 engineers by delegating, reviewing and approving their
design and engineering changes, reviewed engineering drawings for
conformity and errors
> Analyzed and evaluated customer proposals on component manufacturing and
changes
> Mentor junior/intermediate engineers/technicians
Mechanical Design/Manufacturing Engineer 1995-2000
Hong Kong Symatex Mechanical and Electronic Manufacturing Co. (Shen Zhen)
Ltd., China
> Designed mechanical structure/equipment with 3D modeling (SolidWorks),
and analyzed load and stress with FEA software (ANSYS)
> Developed electrical appliances like hair dryers, bathroom scales, juice
extractors and other electric equipment
> Designed auxiliary equipment and developed engineering drawings, created
technical documents and provided technical support for manufacturing
> Analyzed issues and solved problems in production, developed and
optimized processing procedures and provided technical support for
manufacturing
> Supervised up to 5 engineers by assigning and approving their design and
changes, reviewed engineering drawings for conformity and errors
> Coordinated issues between design and manufacturing to improve efficiency
and quality
> Created, updated and maintained documentations
Mechanical Design Engineer 1991-1995
Jiangxi Petro-Chemical Machinery Plant, China
> Designed equipment/products for oil and gas industry
> Designed mechanical components for oil refining equipment
> Developed CAD drawings (with AutoCAD) and processing procedures for
manufacturing
> Performed prototyping, analyzed issues and solved technical problems at
shop floor
> Inspected quality for production and assembly