Bill Xu
Mechanical Design Engineer
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Phone: 416-***-****, Email: addbm5@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
20+ years DFMA experience as a mechanical design engineer
Experienced with R&D in all phases of engineering design, evaluate, and execute process
Experienced with conceptual design, prototyping, simulating, and validation from scratch to end
Experienced with 2D detailing and 3D designing which conforming to ASME Y14.5 and ISO standard/regulation in certain industrial using PTC Creo/Pro-E, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other CAD applications
Experienced with hands-on approach of professional engineering design and document control methodology
Eligible for P. Eng
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
BYAU, China, (Evaluated as equivalent BSME of University of Toronto by CES)
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
NEAU, China, (Evaluated as equivalent MSME of University of Toronto by CES)
EXPERIENCE:
Wellbake Manufacturing, Barrie, Ontario 2019 to 2020
Mechanical Design Engineer
Completed design and management of large-scale equipment which used in bakery industry
Carried on research and development dough sheeting machine, mixer and other downstream equipment
Kept abreast of new technologies and research new processes and methodologies
Analyzed customer design proposals, specifications, and other data; completed feasibility studies, initial 3D conceptual design, prototyping, detailed design, analysis, manufacturing, assembly and validation
EAM Mosca, Whitby, Ontario 2014 to 2019
Mechanical Engineer
Involved production of automated strapping packaging machine/unitizer. Configured layout of unitizes as per requirements and technical specifications from customer
Completed new machine design, existing machinery refine-design, upgrade, retrofit, cost control and reduction. Identified product features and options base on industry trends and customer feedback
Carried out customized 3D design with Pro-E/Creo according requirements and specifications of unitizer
Completed full design for ongoing product enhancements that meet market requirements
Created concise documentation packages (detailed fabrication, components & assembly drawings, and bill of materials) which released to manufacturing ensuring product assembly
Created and maintained design parts library, project archives, and ECN (Engineering Change Notice)
Prepared documentation of new generation product proposal design for presentation
Developed floor layout and configuration of machine base on customer’s existing plant blueprint
Selected appropriate components and conducted essential calculation for design
Resolved engineering issues by working with customer, vendors and other team members
Used Top-Down Design methodologies to apply model-centric design on new generation product development
Liaised effectively with internal and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers
Fortress Technology Inc., Toronto, Ontario 2011 to 2014
Mechanical Designer
Involved of completed automated metal detection systems design and development
Applied engineering principles to complete design of conveyor, driving system, frame, and adjustable supports
Created formal documentation of 2D and 3D designs of components and assemblies
Designed automation-controlled devices, material handling mechanism, such as material rejecting, guiding, loading/offloading, transecting, muting and guarding system which conforming NEMA Standard accordingly
Created and maintained detailed component level drawings that include material specifications, material coatings, and GD&T. Reviewed fabrication drawings for conformity to client specification
Maintained all information during the project, including complete project archiving
Completed IQ, OQ, PQ process with clients to establish documented evidence for new equipment acquiring
Determined specification of components, and selected best material needed for production, specified system components to ensure conformance with engineering specifications
AGC Automotive Canada Inc., Bradford, Ontario 2002 to 2011
Production Supervisor/Engineer
Used multi-disciplinary of engineering to enhance the processes and machinery on automotive parts production
Optimized process in order to improve productivity and reduce cost
Involved design improvement of machine, and fixtures/jigs, such as encapsulation injection model, urethane apply machine, testing jig/fixture
Utilized Six Sigma/Learn Manufacturing techniques and methods to improve and ensure products quality
Involved robotic soldering line project from scratch, commissioning, to formal mass production
Conducted programming of robotic operating with Kawasaki AS Language. Designed manipulator for terminal handling and soldering
Troubleshooting and reviewed program of PLC on integrated automation system of pneumatic fixture devices, conveyor, robotic, infrared thermal imaging and muting system
Attend project kick-off meeting for new projects, and any other project review meetings when necessary
Involved in design of automation equipment, including jig/fixture for assembly, testing rigs, downstream machinery, and automotive parts assembly production line
Beihai Lab of the Chinese Academy of Science, Qingdao, China 1995 to 2001
Project Manager/Sr. Mechanical Engineer
Involved testing projects for home appliance manufactures
Led team utilizing various technologies to develop validation testing equipment and fixtures (rigs/devices), which provide product performance results/parameters while testing for client within time constraints
Developed testing machinery from concept to products, which including preliminary design, prototyping testing, final design and product launch support. The products included thermostat testing, constant temperature lab, water pump testing, pressure switch testing, drop testing, fatigue testing, and so on
Maintained internal and external customer expectations through the project life cycle
Completed project plans, proposal solutions in conjunction with colleagues and clients needs/demands
Estimated costs and submitted bids for engineering solutions
Represented the company in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects
Worked directly with vendors to negotiate appropriate production processes, managed costs involved in production
Ensured timelines and design contents meet requirements of clients
On-site commissioning and testing of products
HLG Academy of Mechanical Engineering Science, Harbin, China 1993 to 1995
Mechanical Engineer
Involved development of special equipments, execute testing (feasibility, verification & validation), established simulation model using simulation theory/principle
Conducted simulating test and simulation experiment to guide conceptual design and prototyping
Ensured compliance with the customer Health & Safety regulations and Quality Standards
Possessed innovation patent of Compact Baler (Patent #ZL 98 243496.0) from concept to release product (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6QhEX4rtjs)
SKILLS
Resource Management
Planning and Organizing
Team-oriented and Collaborate
Self-motivate and Detail-oriented
Personal Initiative and Commitment
Strategic Thinking and Problem-solving
Mechanical Aptitude and Innovate Attitude