Tommy Yap
Senior Development Engineer at ASTech Pte Ltd- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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ABB Collaborative Robot (YuMi) Training
ABBJun, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
WSQ 3D Printing for Rapid Product Development
NTU, Centre for Continuing EducationJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Perform Advanced Spreadsheet Functions (Advanced Excel - ICDL)
Kaplan Learning Institute - Kaplan ProfessionalNov, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
SolidWorks Essentials Training 2014
ZON Systems Pte. Ltd.Jun, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Autodesk Inventor Professional 2012 (Customised for STI)
IMAGINiT TechnologiesApr, 2008- Nov, 2024 -
8D Method Course
Alpha Consulting & Training Pte LtdOct, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
AutoCad 2002 Level 2
NTUC, Skill Development DepartmentJun, 2004- Nov, 2024
Experience
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ASTech Pte Ltd
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Singapore
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Development Engineer
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May 2023 - Present
- Enhance product development & Simulation.- Develop new technologies to optimise existing solutions.- Produce project specifications for new application or system.- Evaluate and generate mechanical functional test parameter.- System time study analysis.- Lead project to ensure design meet project specifications.- Generate layout drawings, design approval drawings, mechanical assembly drawings, detailed dimensional drawings, pneumatic circuit and BOM lists.- Mechanical design modification and improvement. Show less
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Senior Mechanical Designer
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Feb 2023 - Apr 2023
- Lead project to ensure design meet project specifications.- Design machine based on project specifications.- Generate layout drawings, design approval drawings, mechanical assembly drawings, detailed dimensional drawings, pneumatic circuit and BOM lists.- Mechanical design modularization and standardization.- Conduct factory acceptance test.- Conduct internal and end-user operation and maintenance training.- Update design progress to department head.- Create internal written knowledge transfer material.- Create operation and maintenance manual for machines designed.- Ensure given tasks complete within given timeline.- Provide technical support and solutions to sales inquiry.- Generate proposal, costing and tender documents for sales inquiry.- Liaise with suppliers on components selection and quotation.- Liaise with customers on mechanical design.- Troubleshoot mechanical design issues.- Perform system maintenance and support for system in production.- Train, supervise and assist Mechanical Designer. Show less
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Sigma Design, Product Design and Engineering
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United States
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Design Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Nov 2019 - Jun 2022
- Manual, semi- & fully automated fixture & tools design for HP, AB Sciex, Resmed, Thermofisher, Continental & etc. - Design machine for semi steel rod tightening system for Natsteel. - Conceptual design of Auto Hand Sanitizer Dispenser Station for SMRT. - Job scope: Conceptual, Presentation, Quotation, Design, Drawing, Sourcing & release order, Assembly, Testing, Deliver, Improvement, Operation Manual & Report. - Manual, semi- & fully automated fixture & tools design for HP, AB Sciex, Resmed, Thermofisher, Continental & etc. - Design machine for semi steel rod tightening system for Natsteel. - Conceptual design of Auto Hand Sanitizer Dispenser Station for SMRT. - Job scope: Conceptual, Presentation, Quotation, Design, Drawing, Sourcing & release order, Assembly, Testing, Deliver, Improvement, Operation Manual & Report.
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Pepperl + Fuchs Asia Pte Ltd, Singapore
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Singapore
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
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Apr 2015 - Mar 2018
- Fixture & tools design for production (TPU). Example: SMART fixture, electronic alert, safety design & etc. - Support in fixture design modification or improvement for existing production. - Projects with automation design/system and leading integration of equipment or production process. - Involve or support in product transfer required jig & fixture design for R+D and production pilot run. - Using 3D Printing Technology for design presentation, conceptual visualize, application test and ergonomic study. - Technical or technology propose & support for equipment and process continue improvement (CIP). - Taking course or training to support robotic programming. Show less
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Opto Precision Pte Ltd
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Singapore
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Engineer (Mechanical)
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Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
- Process development. - Designed jig & fixture for production: degate, bonding & dip-coat process as well as QA inspection. - Providing technical support, advice & design for production process development or improvement. Example: Development of Google X project. - Taking care of mechanical & automation issue at Degate Department. - Guidance and manage junior for automation project, mechanical design and process development. - Recommended relevant machine for process in term of performance, lead-time and cost requirements. Show less
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Festo
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Germany
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Mechanical Application Engineer (ISM/ELA-S.E.Asia)
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Mar 2012 - Feb 2014
- Designed and propose system for customer solution, Example: ASM, ST-Micro, Seagate & etc. - Providing required knowledge and expectation for sale personnel and member. - Providing technical support & advice to customer, Example: Xyratex – Omega 3500. - Designing demo kit for sale enhancement program or promotion exhibition. - Development of new product for market needs and sale. - Designed and propose system for customer solution, Example: ASM, ST-Micro, Seagate & etc. - Providing required knowledge and expectation for sale personnel and member. - Providing technical support & advice to customer, Example: Xyratex – Omega 3500. - Designing demo kit for sale enhancement program or promotion exhibition. - Development of new product for market needs and sale.
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Mechanical Design Engineer (IPS)
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Jul 2007 - Feb 2012
- Designed and developed high throughput and better reliability Taper PnP Module in term of improving its high vacuum response, smaller PnP profile and with Linear Motor transfer. - Supporting and designed customized module with respect of customer need and demand. - Conducting on-site testing and monitoring of prototype as well as the early batch of new module design. Guiding Manufacturing for the following up after handing to Production. - Sourcing of right equipment and part for design to maintain the cost and its supply. As well as constantly improve module performance with latest design and technology. - Ensure QC inspection and conduct Engineering Change for better performance and quality. - Participating in Safety Committee for Factory Safety Acts and voluntary to become First Aider. Show less
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Seagate Technology International (AMK)
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Singapore
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Equipment Design Engineer (AMO/EDE)
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Aug 2005 - Jul 2007
- Designed and developed high accuracy and precision Automatic Drive Assembly Station, with respect of its Cycle Time and Yield. - In-charge or monitoring Production Line of its performance and improve its reliability & quality. - Supporting new project – Viper Test for new product launch and its Carrier Design for testing. - Fulfill SOP-39 Safety Equipment regulation and ensure design standardization. - Participated in Teamcenter Engineering & UGS NX early implementation. - Designed and developed high accuracy and precision Automatic Drive Assembly Station, with respect of its Cycle Time and Yield. - In-charge or monitoring Production Line of its performance and improve its reliability & quality. - Supporting new project – Viper Test for new product launch and its Carrier Design for testing. - Fulfill SOP-39 Safety Equipment regulation and ensure design standardization. - Participated in Teamcenter Engineering & UGS NX early implementation.
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Design Engineer
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Apr 2004 - Aug 2005
- Supported and developed 60 station I/P for use in Panasonic AVK3 AI machine, targeting sale increase in China market. - Supporting JVK3B AI machine to pass AQ2 test, in order to mass production. - Maintaining ISO quality systems to ensure design documentations and design changes are carried out properly and efficiently by using PDM. - Participated in ‘Restriction of Hazardous Substances’ project for our product enhancement towards green environment. - Supported and developed 60 station I/P for use in Panasonic AVK3 AI machine, targeting sale increase in China market. - Supporting JVK3B AI machine to pass AQ2 test, in order to mass production. - Maintaining ISO quality systems to ensure design documentations and design changes are carried out properly and efficiently by using PDM. - Participated in ‘Restriction of Hazardous Substances’ project for our product enhancement towards green environment.
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Amtek Technology (S) Pte. Ltd.
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Singapore
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Assistant Engineer
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Apr 2002 - Mar 2004
- Reports to Senior Engineer. - Developed and designed stamping moulds, tools, Jigs & Fixtures and commissioning prototypes for secondary processes and QA inspections. - Customizing customers’ design requirements (individual design specifications). - Providing troubleshooting and analytical services to solve customers’ quality related issues. - Maintaining ISO quality systems by ensuring design documentations and design changes are carried out properly and efficiently. - Junior guidance. Show less
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Design Engineer
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Jun 1998 - Mar 2002
- Designed and developed ‘Retractable Tape Cutter Unit’ for use in Panasert AVK2B AI machine, thereby increasing Tape Cutter’s lifespan by two times. - Conducted Panasert AVK2B AI on-site machine evaluation in AOC (China). - Participated in standardizing machine platforms (common Main Frames) for AVK2B and JVK3 AI machines yielding a cost down of S$6,500 per machine. - Maintaining ISO quality systems by ensuring design documentations and design changes are carried out properly and efficiently. - Participated in cost down of machines through ‘Direct Material Cost Down by Design’ and ‘Parts & Unit Standardization’. - Participated in machine Quality Improvement Projects. - Projects planning and scheduling. - Junior guidance a team of three Engineers in day-to-day work. Show less
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Education
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1996 - 1998
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Product Design -
1992 - 1994
Institute of Technical Education (Macpherson)
Industrial Technician Certificate in Mechanical Engineer, Industrial Automation & Robotics
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