CHARLEMAGNE LIM
Contact Numbers: 632-***-**** (Office); 639**-******* (Mobile)
Home Address: *** ** ******** **., ******, Quezon City, Philippines 1114
E-mail Address: ***********.***@*****.***
Highlights of Qualifications:
• Highly proficient in the life cycle engineering of electronic consumer products.
• Well-versed in CAD software, namely CoCreate, Unigraphics, Solidworks, Pro-E
• Able to quickly absorb and learn new software and design tools.
• Well developed knowledge in plastic, rubber, and sheet metal design/processes.
• Experience in printer mechanisms and touch screen displays.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.
• Able to speak and write English (fluent) and Chinese (basic)
• Able to exhibit leadership qualities and copes well in fast paced environments.
• Works independently with minimal supervision, self motivated, and highly flexible.
Professional Experience:
August 2008 – present Merlion Learning Systems (Philippines)
General Manager/Entrepreneur
• Merlion Learning Systems is an IT based company providing advanced educational technology infrastructure to schools using the Genetic Computer Institute brand name.
• Plan, develop and execute business strategy and new initiatives to meet short and long term goals for profitability.
• Manage structure and train a team which includes admin, sales, and marketing, and grow the team significantly to meet the business growth.
• Maintain and develop relationships with local partners and suppliers
• Directs all day to day operations to support the implementation of programs and services to the customers
June 2003 – June 2008 Flextronics Design Asia (Singapore)
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
• Responsible for the design and development of Hewlett Packard (HP) printers, including:
Control Panels (LCD display, keys, user interface tools)
Case parts (structural and decorative)
Mechanisms (auto-document feeder, service station, feeding tray)
• Main engineering focal point for customers (HP) and in-charge of mechanical deliverables (design, drawings, prototypes, etc)
• Interaction with cross functional teams (Electrical, Testing, QA, Manufacturing) to ensure smooth transition from design to production.
• Support activities in project management (costing, supply chain, scheduling).
• Responsible for submission of RFQs for all mechanical design requirements
August 2000 – June 2003 Panasonic AV Networks (Singapore)
Product Development Engineer
• Responsible for the design and development of mechanical parts for new AV models.
• Involved in the development of the product from concept to mass production.
• Prepare weekly reports to present the over-all progress of the current project to top management.
• Interaction with cross functional teams (Electrical, Testing, QA, Manufacturing) to ensure smooth transition from design to production.
Education:
1995-1999 De La Salle University (Philippines)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
o Gold Medal for Outstanding Thesis; September 1999
o Dean’s List (Honor for Academic Excellence), 1998-1999
Achievements and Innovations:
• Exceeded the 2009-2010 sales and business targets for Merlion Learning Systems thru successful expansion outside the Metro Manila area.
• Led a design team in successfully developing several Hewlett Packard printers and control panels into the market.
• Part of the engineering team who successfully designed and developed various Panasonic brand home theater systems (2000 – 2003).
• Mechanical Engineering Professional Licensure Examination – placed 6th overall out of more than 1500 examinees nationwide (1999).
• Design & Development of a Hybrid Micro-Transporter – one of five undergraduate students who developed a working prototype of a gasoline/electric hybrid vehicle
Specialized Training and Skills:
Work Related Engineering Skills Others
Service Station Development (2006) Machine Design MS Office (xls, doc, ppt, mpp)
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (2005) Mechatronics Graphic Design (Photoshop)
TRIZ Inventive Problem Solving (2005) Materials Engineering 3D Animation (Blender)
Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (2005) Strength of Materials Web Development (Joomla)
Personal Information:
• Born on 01 July 1978 in Manila. Married with 2 children.
Expected Salary: $85000 annually (negotiable)
References: Available upon request