Victor Chub

- Led mechanical design and development of an autonomous agricultural robot for weed control - Designed drivetrain, chassis, and implement subsystems for reliable operation in harsh outdoor environments - Built rapid prototypes and test rigs to validate mechanisms, materials, and field performance. - Translated early concepts into manufacturable designs using CAD, DFMA, and iterative testing - Established mechanical architecture, design standards, and documentation practices for the company - Collaborated with robotics, controls, and software teams to integrate mechanical systems with sensing and autonomy - Conducted field testing to identify failure modes and improve robustness of the platform - Selected manufacturing processes and suppliers for low-volume production and future scale

- Designed an electro-mechanical self-cleaning system for a beverage dispensing machine. - Developed, tested, and implemented a custom high-reliability valve system. - Used laboratory and field testing data to understand problems and make design decisions. - Implemented and maintained company-wide release management and PDM system.

- Led and mentored a small team of Mechanical Engineers. - Established lean design system approach to NPD. - Led FMEA-driven new product development process. - Developed a novel EdTech product.

- Spearheaded the design of a new award-winning aerial vehicle-mounted product from concepts to CM-ready specifications. - Guided and mentored a team of engineers through every step of new product development. - Facilitated workshops to improve the team’s knowledge in CAD, DFMA, FEA, and testing. - Established documentation, testing, and SOPs development practices, improving development and prototyping efficiency. - Optimized 200+ part designs for manufacturing processes: injection molding, sheet metal forming, extrusion, stamping, CNC, thermoforming, and metal casting. - Optimized existing assemblies to reduce errors by 50% and assembly time by 20%.

- Led an R&D effort on new lighting technology, improving efficiency and beam quality. - Using new lighting technology, developed a market-ready, award-winning product from initial concepts to the final design. - Engaged with 20+ suppliers (local and Asia) to deliver parts and assemblies within specs. - Accelerated suppliers’ testing capabilities by using GD&T, developing testing fixtures and jigs, and improving the quality of delivered parts. - Collaborated with a multidisciplinary (EE, FW, Optical) team to develop complex electromechanical and optomechanical assemblies.

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- Designed 30+ high-profile client-facing visualizations and documents by combining CAD, sketching, prototyping, and 3D rendering. - Reduced the team CAD effort by 20% by developing a smart CAD library that populates and updates BOM automatically. - Ensured projects’ Title 24 compliance through technical lighting calculations.

- Designed and developed tooling for mid-to-high volume manufacturing of consumer products. - Managed, planned, scheduled, and coordinated phases of engineering projects. - Developed customer-facing documentation and instructions. - Managed large assemblies and BOMs utilizing PDM.

- Created parametric 3D models for efficient design iteration and manufacturability. - Produced photo-realistic renderings and performed post-processing to enhance visual presentations. - Set up 3D scenes for rendering, simulation, and design validation. - Converted measured hand sketches into precise 3D models, ensuring accuracy and design intent.

- Developed initial design concepts and gathered key information for potential projects. - Designed new LED lighting fixtures in collaboration with manufacturers to ensure manufacturability. - Performed indoor and outdoor lighting calculations to optimize illumination and energy efficiency. - Assessed project feasibility, considering technical and economic constraints. - Created detailed designs, including 3D renderings and Photoshop layouts, for project visualization. - Produced video clips with rendered sequences to enhance project presentations. - Drafted blueprints, including principal, electrical, and control schematics, using AutoCAD/ArchiCAD. - Supervised projects to ensure successful execution and alignment with design intent.

- Developed new furniture designs and concepts, focusing on aesthetics and functionality. - Collaborated with furniture manufacturers to create detailed blueprints for fabrication. - Designed government and office interiors, optimizing space utilization and workflow efficiency. - Planned ergonomic furniture arrangements to enhance comfort and usability. - Curated flooring, carpet, and paint samples for client approval, ensuring cohesive design aesthetics. - Created 3D models and blueprints of furniture, providing accurate visualizations for production and client presentations.