Kyle Chiu

Education 626-***-**** ad43a6@r.postjobfree.com U.S. Citizen

University of Southern California − Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering May 2023 University of Southern California − Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering May 2021 Engineering Experience

Robotics Intern, Ellison Technologies June 2022 − Aug 2022

• Employed RoboDK robot operation simulations to check joint configurations for each end effector position to ensure adequate clearance with machine tools and to optimize usable area

• Developed Python functions to reduce set-up time by 50% by indexing and interpolating coordinates

• Facilitated machine shop integration with commercial hardware by modifying a metric robot base to accommodate imperial spacing threaded tabletop

• Tested load-bearing capacity of novel fastening methods

• Reduced robot operation cycle times by 30% by verifying speed capabilities

• Installed tailored robotic solutions at machine shops on-site Design Intern, The Bromack Company June 2021 − Aug 2021

• Reduced wasted material by 15% through optimizing wood sheet layout in AutoCAD

• Streamlined production of finished laminate wood pieces by reducing labor and time required

• Developed production-ready designs and drawings for wood and stone fixtures with human factors and locking mechanisms (cabinets, drawers, etc.) from architectural drawings in SolidWorks

• Generated BOM for each fixture to improve inventory tracking and procurement

• Optimized machine usage by creating efficient tool paths for a three-axis CNC machine in bSuite Product Engineer, AirStrike Systems Feb 2019 − July 2020

• Developed tests to evaluate 3D printed material strength and decrease gas cartridge release times by 80%

• Designed and rapidly prototyped a volume-optimized resetting mechanism and a linkage with multiple possible configurations to fit different customer needs in Autodesk Fusion 360 and 3D printing

• Selected materials and processes to achieve optimal seals on paint cartridges to retain water-based paint while ensuring reliable release and minimizing environmental impact

• Conducted tests and established criteria for assessing seal effectiveness Projects

Rail-Mounted Airgun Suppressor

• Reduced airgun muzzle report by 10 dB by designing a suppressor in Fusion 360 for a nonstandard mount Pod Filter Intake Adapter

• Designed a pod filter adapter to integrate with stock intake components for drop-in conversion Other Experience

Accounting Associate, Alan C. Liou, CPA Nov 2023 − Apr 2024

• Recalculated inventory values to ensure inventory movement matches final counts

• Performed test of controls and substantive testing on sales, collection, disbursements, and amortization

• Compared physical inventory counts with known amounts to assess and determine sources of discrepancies

• Traveled to client offices for auditing fieldwork to collect necessary documents Property Manager, Sigma Phi Delta Alpha Chapter Dec 2019 − Present

• Managed a $20,000 monthly budget and oversaw and assisted with repairs and major renovations

• Implemented processes to expedite the tenant onboarding process and automate financial indicators

• Coordinated with on-site handyman and addressed tenant issues promptly Skills

Design Tools: Autodesk Fusion 360, SolidWorks, NX, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, FEA, Cura, 3D Printing Languages: MATLAB, Mathematica, Python

Certifications: Amateur Radio Technician Class Operator License

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