Han-Chuan (Randy) Tsao, PMP, P.E.
Engineering Manager - Refrigeration Systems at Aprilaire- Claim this Profile
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Jason Makowski
Randy is a go-getter. Driven and determined, he finds a good balance of relationship management and results. Alwyas fact and data driven, I expect his busiess training to catapult him to the next level of management potential.
Terry Anderson
Randy delivers. No BS. No drama. Certainly no excuses. Randy just gets it done; and gets it done quickly. Exceedingly high level of technical acumen as a refrigeration engineer. Has all the right credentials and is versatile in HVAC, appliances and consumer goods. Randy is one of the best engineers I have ever worked with.
Jason Makowski
Randy is a go-getter. Driven and determined, he finds a good balance of relationship management and results. Alwyas fact and data driven, I expect his busiess training to catapult him to the next level of management potential.
Terry Anderson
Randy delivers. No BS. No drama. Certainly no excuses. Randy just gets it done; and gets it done quickly. Exceedingly high level of technical acumen as a refrigeration engineer. Has all the right credentials and is versatile in HVAC, appliances and consumer goods. Randy is one of the best engineers I have ever worked with.
Jason Makowski
Randy is a go-getter. Driven and determined, he finds a good balance of relationship management and results. Alwyas fact and data driven, I expect his busiess training to catapult him to the next level of management potential.
Terry Anderson
Randy delivers. No BS. No drama. Certainly no excuses. Randy just gets it done; and gets it done quickly. Exceedingly high level of technical acumen as a refrigeration engineer. Has all the right credentials and is versatile in HVAC, appliances and consumer goods. Randy is one of the best engineers I have ever worked with.
Jason Makowski
Randy is a go-getter. Driven and determined, he finds a good balance of relationship management and results. Alwyas fact and data driven, I expect his busiess training to catapult him to the next level of management potential.
Terry Anderson
Randy delivers. No BS. No drama. Certainly no excuses. Randy just gets it done; and gets it done quickly. Exceedingly high level of technical acumen as a refrigeration engineer. Has all the right credentials and is versatile in HVAC, appliances and consumer goods. Randy is one of the best engineers I have ever worked with.
Credentials
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Business Foundations Specialization
Wharton School of Business on CourseraDec, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Professional Engineer (P.E.)
Texas Board of Professional EngineersDec, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management InstituteJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
LEED Green Associate
Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI)Jul, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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AprilAire
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United States
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Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Engineering Manager - Refrigeration Systems
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Oct 2020 - Present
- Leading a team of four to drive refrigeration projects and initiatives from ideation to production
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Principal Refrigeration Engineer
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Jun 2018 - Oct 2020
- SME of company's dehumidification and refrigerant related products for both residential and light commercial applications
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Whirlpool Corporation
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Cooling Engineer
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Nov 2016 - Mar 2018
1. Led continuous improvement projects for cooling system on FDBM refrigeratorplatform; constructed Business Cases to demonstrate the business needs and presented the ROI for resource allocation:- Implemented dual-source of vacuum-insulation-panels for $1.4-million annual savings- Transitioned sealed system joint connection to leak-free technology for 5000-ppm qualityimprovement and to initiate production standardization for multi-door products- Qualified dual-source of refrigerant valves for $500K cost improvement2. Managed Airflow Ducts Knowledge Objective for refrigeration products: created Base FMEA and Base DVP
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Goodman Manufacturing
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Design Engineer
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Aug 2013 - Nov 2016
* Execuated the projects according to the guidance of UL-1995 and AHRI-210/2401. Guided the development of the next generation's 16-SEER and 18-SEER 2-stage AC product lines - To achieve ENERGY STAR Tier-2 and Tier-3 AHRI ratings- To reduce manufacturing complexity by standardizing designs2. Led the project of copper material transition for outdoor coil to improve the annual cost by $2.3-million3. Led the project to develop premium 16-SEER / 9-HSPF heat pumps with 7-mm outdoor coil - Combined the technologies of variable speed blower and 2-stage compressor- Offered highly competitive AHRI ratings to expand heat pump market share4. Managed the project of 14-SEER / 8.2-HSPF heat pumps development with 7-mm outdoor coil to meet the 2015 Federal minimum efficiency, as well as $7-million annual cost improvement- Coordinated cross-functional teams, including engineering, CAD, manufacturing, and R&D- Upgraded the AHRI ratings to match with more compact indoor air-handlers and coils for customers
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Thermal Edge Inc
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mechanical Refrigeration Engineer
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Feb 2012 - Jul 2013
1. Developed online product recommendation program for the company's website2. Developed new high capacity air-to-air heat exchanger using heat pipe technology3. Rationalized the performance of the air-conditioner product line by conducting performance testing, revising air flow path, simulating coils' performance, and analyzing data4. Assisted sales team with customers' request about thermal management and heat transfer5. Assisted customer service team with product issues and problem solving
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University of Maryland
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Research Assistant
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Sep 2009 - Dec 2011
Conducted the project of hybrid cooled heat exchanger:1. Designed the test system for the experiment2. Constructed the test facility, including the wind tunnel, water circulation, and the heat pump3. Conducted the experiment by varying design parameters4. Analyzed the data from heat exchanger experiment
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Vice Platoon Leader
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Jul 2008 - Jul 2009
Rank: Second LieutenantServed as a vice platoon for an year; led 22 soldiers and managed 36 vehicles for the company
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Project Researcher
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Jul 2007 - Jul 2008
1. Project member of "Innovative small wind power system" Designed and analyzed the shape of blades of a small wind power system based on NACA airfoil profile2. Project member of "Electric vehicle design and fabrication" Designed and analyzed the shape of electric vehicle by making the car profile streamlined
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Education
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2020 - 2023
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Management Science, Marketing -
2009 - 2011
University of Maryland
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering -
2004 - 2008
National Taiwan University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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