Experience

Paradigm Electronics Inc.

• Canada
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Mar 2015 - Present

  Paradigm Electronics Inc. is an industry leading Canadian manufacturer and global distributor of high-quality consumer electronics products. Paradigm is a fast-paced industry, focuses on design, development & manufacturing numerous consumer audio products under the brand names Paradigm, Anthem & Martin Logan. Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall Electro-Mechanical design & development of new products such as 70V 2-Channel Amplifiers, Slim Power Amplifier, ARC Microphone, 8/12/16 Channels of Multiple Distribution Amps, High Power Amp MCA Gen2 and Power Amp for Sub-Woofers(XR11/XR13) & active AMP Speaker(Founder 120H) followed by : - Define the look and feel of new Anthem products - Surface definition and CMF -Conceptual, detailed designing, R&D & documentation - Create 3D models, 2D drawings, exploded assembly drawings & assembly instructions - Perform FEA structural and Thermal analysis using SolidWorks simulation - Create top-level BOMs/Costs and provide mechanical cost analysis - Participate in the product development process and the project management of oversea CMs - Procurement, create PO, build and assess rapid prototyping to validate design fit & form to meet quality integrity - Create designs for DFMA - Validate engineering samples and provide inspection reports - Participate in qualifying offshore vendors and manage vendors through the parts RFQ process - Track progress, and manage local/offshore CMs and suppliers for TFT display integrated with glass/acrylic panels via optical bonding, sheet metal, CNC machining, extrusion, die-cast, stamping & injection molding - Create cabling routing and wire harness design using advanced SolidWorks - Create MQD, Inspection & final products approval - Support manufacturing to resolve day-to-day mechanical issues - Work in close collaboration with external CM/ODM and internal R&D departments such as Industrial Design, PCB layout Designer, Electrical, SW and Audio DSP Engineers to release products



Nymi

• Canada
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead Mechanical Engineer

  • Oct 2013 - Jan 2015

  Nymi-Toronto Based Startups; designed and developed Nymi wristband, a wearable security device that allows users to seamlessly unlock devices, remember passwords, potential NFC payment and more, using their HeartID ECG as an unique biometric to authenticate and confirm your identity. The device consists of wireless communication, motion sensor, proximity sensor, LEDs notification and vibe motor. Responsibilities included: • Successfully contributed to Nymi in many ways including early beta developer unit, detailed design, rapid prototyping, design validation, test fixtures, documentations, manufacturing support, FAI and tooling ready for mass production. • Generated 3D models, 2D drawings and assembly instruction drawings using SolidWorks 2014. • Defined surface textures, finishes, band stiffness & selected materials for bio-compatibility. • Optimized mechanical designs to improve product quality, functionality, reliability, cosmetic appearance & manufacturability. • Reviewed tooling DFM and provided feedback to ensure design is feasible for production. • Actively contributed to problem solving activities with CM for both early design stages through to production. • Ensured the overall product design meets DFM/DFA, regulatory and environmental safety standards. • Components sourcing and generating specifications for Li-Po Battery, Vibe Motor and Magnet force. • Researched, identified and recommended new materials to meet product requirements. • Took from ID and concept transformation to reality and ensuring the product design meets water/UV resistances and flammability



Novero

• Germany
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Apr 2010 - Jul 2013

  • Responsible for Design & development of smart phone, convertible tablet-notebook and HD Video Glasses • Project lead and responsible for overall system levels of electro-mechanical design thru fast- paced products cycle development. • Participated in sourcing and cost reduction activities for both product development and tooling. • Managed and coordinated with offshore ODM partner to design & develop of convertible tablet-notebook from concept and detailed design to manufacturing through production. • Liaised with offshore suppliers to ensure the products delivery on schedule, designs meet manufacturability and serviceability. •Travelled to offshore ODM to coordinate pre-production build activity from design release through manufacture, integration and overseen production lines to ensure high quality standard are met. • Managed offshore ODM, Li-Polymer Battery, Magnesium Die Cast, Hinge Mechanism and Plastic suppliers. • Provided technical inputs and review various new product developments from concept to detailed design through manufacturing • Responsible in building, procuring rapid prototype parts, tracking progress, design verification, testing & integration • Managed vendors for component developments • Investigated new materials/packaging technology for smart handheld devices • Responsible in development of LGF, Dome Switches, LDS/PDS processes for antenna integrated with plastic housing • Support future product development activities and tooling cost analysis • Responsible in updating and maintaining mechanical design open issues and weekly progress tracking document. • Interfaced with cross-functional team members to resolve daily electro-mechanical issues. •·Performed hands-on prototyping and coordinate testing activities with our internal testing facility in Germany. .• Generated BOMs, 3D solid modelling, 2D and assembly drawings including tools & fixtures using CATIA V5.



ORBCOMM Canada

• Canada
• Telecommunications
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Mechanical Engineer

  • Jul 2009 - Oct 2009

  Led in mechanical design, development, analysis, manufacture, integration and test various Mobile Satellite Terminals (GPS), which are used to track and monitor mobile containers, trailers, heavy equipment, marine and fixed assets in various industries for security management and communication applications. The design and analysis were performed using SolidWorks 2009 and COSMOS/hand calculations. SkyWave acquired the GlobalWave division from Transcore in July of 2009. Led in mechanical design, development, analysis, manufacture, integration and test various Mobile Satellite Terminals (GPS), which are used to track and monitor mobile containers, trailers, heavy equipment, marine and fixed assets in various industries for security management and communication applications. The design and analysis were performed using SolidWorks 2009 and COSMOS/hand calculations. SkyWave acquired the GlobalWave division from Transcore in July of 2009.



DAT Freight & Analytics

• United States
• Truck Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr. Mechanical Engineer

  • Jul 2001 - Jul 2009

  Led in mechanical design, development, analysis, manufacture, integration and test various Mobile Satellite Terminals (GPS), which are used to track and monitor mobile containers, trailers, heavy equipments, marine and fixed assets in various industries for security management and communication applications. The design and analysis were performed using SolidWorks 2009 and COSMOS/hand calculations. Led in mechanical design, development, analysis, manufacture, integration and test various Mobile Satellite Terminals (GPS), which are used to track and monitor mobile containers, trailers, heavy equipments, marine and fixed assets in various industries for security management and communication applications. The design and analysis were performed using SolidWorks 2009 and COSMOS/hand calculations.



Honeywell

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Design/Analyst Engineer

  • Jul 1996 - Jun 2001

  Responsible for overall aspects of Electro-Mechanical Packaging including design, development, analysis, define requirements, approval documents, internal design review, track progress/schedule, build prototype, integration and tests. Along with interfacing to multi-disciplinary technical and non-technical staffs in developed of the High Voltage and Low Voltage Power Control Systems for X-33 next generation of Space Shuttle and Solid State Power Control Electrical Load Management Centre, for various aircraft platforms such as Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) and Airbus A380. The design and analysis were performed using PRO/E, ANASYS and hand calculations.

• Adanced Member of Technical Staff - Mechanical Design/Analyst Engineer

  • Jun 1993 - Jun 1996

  Responsibilities includes liaison with NASA in the verification and development of the MOPITT Space Optical Instrument to spacecraft interface and integration requirements. Performed mechanical design and analysis of overall MOPITT Optical instrument Subsystem Structure was successfully launched on NASA’s Earth Observation System Spacecraft.Responsible of mechanical developement, analysis, verification and test of TPA (Thermal Plasma Analyzer) Space Instrument was successful launched on the Japanese Planet B Spacecraft for journey to Mars Mission, similar to NANO-GAS and ACTORS Microgravity Experiments that flew on NASA Space Shuttle Payload Deck were successful. The design and analysis were performed using SDRC I-DEAS Master Series, Model Solution Solver and NASTRAN.



EMS Technologies

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Mechanical Design/Structural Analysis Engineer

  • Nov 1990 - May 1993

  Responsible for mechanical design, development and structural analysis of the RADARSAT1 SAR Antenna Input Splitter honeycomb panel, Space Science Optical Instruments, Canadarm Force Moment Sensor and various electronic packagings for the space stations. All projects were launched successfully. The design and analysis were performed using SDRC I-DEAS Master Series, Model Solution Solver and NASTRAN. Responsible for mechanical design, development and structural analysis of the RADARSAT1 SAR Antenna Input Splitter honeycomb panel, Space Science Optical Instruments, Canadarm Force Moment Sensor and various electronic packagings for the space stations. All projects were launched successfully. The design and analysis were performed using SDRC I-DEAS Master Series, Model Solution Solver and NASTRAN.