CHRIS LIU
North York,ON
Summary
Specialized in Machine Design & Automated Tooling & Design of Experiments
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Design Engineer
Next Hydrogen Corp
06.2024 - Current
- Designed automated tooling and test rigs for critical component reliability testing.
- Defined DOE and led critical testing processes, including pressure, thermal, and flow evaluations.
- Reviewed technical drawings within the mechanical and process engineering team to ensure design accuracy.
- Acted as a technical liaison to support electrolyzer promotion and adoption in the Chinese market.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tesla
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented conveyor cleaning stations for gigafactories, improving battery production efficiency by 5%.
- Led the design of new electrolyte dispensing module, reducing machine footprint by 25% and enhancing process efficiency.
- Owned the design of lab filler systems for battery electrolyte prototypes; defined DOE to optimize filler performance.
- Supported battery manufacturing operations by designing automated tooling and proposing ECNs for implementation.
- Served as liaison between mechanical, controls, and manufacturing teams to review P&ID and process flows, ensuring seamless integration.
Mechanical Designer
StackTeck Systems Ltd
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed mechanical solutions for future In-Mold Labeling (IML) and packaging automation systems (FastTrack).
- Created 3D models, detailed drawings, and applied GD&T to ensure part and assembly accuracy and manufacturability.
- Improved machine-building efficiency by 15% through the implementation of DFM and DFA principles.
- Managed SolidWorks PDM systems to streamline workflows and enhance team productivity.
Mechanical Designer
2D Electronics & Automation
11.2017 - 03.2020
- Designed and delivered automation projects with budgets ranging from $10K to $500K.
- Developed automation systems for injection molding machines from concept to completion.
- Machined prototype parts and assisted with assembly, expediting installation timelines.
- Engaged directly with customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure satisfaction and foster strong client relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Automotive Engineering
Mcmaster University
Hamilton, ON01-2017
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON01-2017
Skills
- SolidWorks
- AutoCAD
- Process P&ID
- GD&T
- Tolerance Analysis
- FEA/CFD
- DFM/DFA
- FMEA
- DOE
- Microsoft Suite
Timeline
Mechanical Design Engineer
Next Hydrogen Corp
06.2024 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tesla
05.2021 - 05.2024
Mechanical Designer
StackTeck Systems Ltd
03.2020 - 05.2021
Mechanical Designer
2D Electronics & Automation
11.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Automotive Engineering
Mcmaster University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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