Cheng Chen

Lead Mechanical Engineer | DFSS GB | CAD & PLM Expert | Skilled in Electro-Mechanical Designs • Lead mechanical design for NPI projects using the PROlaunch Stage-Gate process • Estimated mechanical-related capital and expense budgets to support project planning • Defined critical tasks and developed detailed project timelines in coordination with PMs • Collected and translated VOC feedback into engineering FRS • Applied DFSS methodologies to ensure robust, reliable product designs • Designed products to meet agency compliance standards, such as UL and IEC 60947-4 • Resolved manufacturing and supplier issues to prevent production downtime • Managed COs in Enovia to implement critical design updates • Investigated and resolved urgent customer issues, providing weekly updates and technical reports • Identified and executed cost-reduction initiatives to meet cost-out goals • Coordinated and led the 2025 ICD roadmapping event • Co-lead of MOTC ENGAGE iERG

• Led collaborated effort in the design of high-speed actuator from proof-of-concept to working prototype. • Directing ingress protection initiative for New Product Introduction actuator project. • Assessed potential failure modes in part designs and provided solutions to mitigate risks. • Established detailed test plans to evaluate product and component performances. • Validated performance quality through statistical analyses. • Performed tolerance stack-up investigation on sub-assemblies to identify out-of-spec dimensions. • Retrofitted existing wired sensor housing design to accept AA batteries. • Supported hardware engineer in component selection and placement to avoid mechanical interference. • 3D Modeled thermostat housing in compliance with JCI Global Product Design Language specifications. • Manage cost saving projects with total annual savings of up to $300,000. • Prioritize projects’ needs and delegate tasks to appropriate teams. • Run weekly update meetings to ensure consistent project progression. • Review material and labor estimates from procurement and manufacturing to justify business cases. • Engage external suppliers to address projects’ needs. • Drive cross-functional and global teams to ensure completion of projects. • Evaluated field return units and recommended appropriate actions to address customer complaints. • Create, implement, track, and resolve Engineering Change Notices with 100% on-time track record.

• Addressed customer and supplier issues by implementing changes on 3D models and drawings. • Conducted Finite Element Analysis simulations on models to ensure robustness of prototypes. • Coordinated necessary testing procedures to qualify design modifications and supplier samples. • Supported cost saving projects with potential total annual savings of $200,000. • Ensured continuation changes met all agency standards and requirements. • Revised outdated drawings with current workmanship and process standards. • Executed Engineering Change Orders to release design and drawing revisions.

• Reduced component costs of up to $150,000 through product redesigns and specification modifications. • Calculated expenses and savings on projects by working with sales, manufacturing, and vendors. • Validated codes and standards on changes subject to both U.S. and international agency guidelines. • Designed fixtures for specialized tests and production line assembly.

• Proposed light bar assembly redesign under tight space constraints to reduce maintenance time by 80%. • Negotiated and coordinated procurement and installation of an industrial oil heater for production. • Identified productivity improvement opportunities by studying areas of waste in assembly line.

Achievements: • Summa Cum Laude • Dean’s List: 7 semesters