Experience
Apple | Softgoods Development Engineer
2022.1 - Present Shenzhen, China
Accessory & Headband System Development for Apple Vision Pro: Led the Dual Loop Band project from concept to production, delivering 100+ prototypes to refine design decisions, integrating advanced textiles, and optimizing processes for a successful and timely launch under tight timelines.
Material Innovation: Collaborated with 10+ global suppliers across 5 countries to develop innovative textiles and machinery, scaling production for exclusive Apple products.
Process Optimization: Streamlined design and tooling processes, achieving a nearly 3x increase in production throughput (UPH from 150x to 430x) while maintaining rigorous quality standards and enhancing manufacturing efficiency.
Project and Vendor Management: Spearheaded multiple complex projects, aligning cross-functional teams and optimizing vendor collaboration to ensure design excellence, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability. Reduced lead times by 30% and boosted product reliability through meticulous project planning and execution.
Medtronic | ID Intern - Medical Device Development
2021.2 - 2021.6 Shanghai, China
Contributed to next-generation medical device development by creating sketches, 3D models, and prototypes, refining concepts for further advancement. Collaborated with Human Factors Engineers to enhance ergonomics and usability, delivering more user-friendly and accessible designs.
Xeno Dynamics | ID Intern - Medical Exoskeleton Development
2020.1 - 2020.6 Shenzhen, China
Worked with structural engineers and medical professionals to design a rehabilitation exoskeleton for paralyzed patients.
Developed sketches, prototypes, and CMF designs; coordinated with production factories to streamline manufacturing processes.
Dakota Jackson | ID Intern - Furniture Design
2019.6 - 2019.12 New York, US
Participated in the design of Steinway & Sons pianos, focusing on appearance design, structural analysis, and CMF design.
Assisted in the redesign of the company’s brand and product line, enhancing market appeal and customer engagement.
Produced high-quality 3D models and renderings for presentation and marketing purposes.
Raspberry Cultural Creativity | Product Design
2016.6 - 2017.3 Wuxi, China
Worked in an 8-designer team and was responsible for leading different cultural innovation design projects for Wuxi Museum, including product development and communication and negotiation with clients and suppliers.
Awards
Pratt Institute School of Design
2021 Excellence in Academic Achievement
2021 NYC Student Showcase Presentation
Sole graduate student representative of Pratt Institute to present my project
2021, 2019 NYCxDESIGN
Winner Award; two projects exhibited at Industry City Exhibition Center, NYC.
2021 International Design Award (IDA)
Golded Award, USA
2021 Global Grad Show
Featured in the showcase of the 100 best innovations, Dubai
Skills
3D Modeling: NX, Rhino, Solidworks, Keyshot
Softgoods development: Leather, TPU, Textile, Films, Adhesive, Foam, Nonwovens
Prototyping Tools: CNC Cutting (ZUND), CNC Sewing (JUKI), Laser Cutting/Etching, and Heat Forming/Bonding (QueenLight), 3D Print
Product Design and Development Process, DMF
Process Flow Design and Tooling Design for Efficient Manufacturing and Assembly
Project Management
Prototyping & Testing
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Visual Communication: Adobe suite (Ps, Ai, Id)
UX and UI design, Figma
Design Thinking, User Research and Workflow Mapping
Education
Pratt Institute
2018.9 - 2021.5 New York, US
Master of Industrial Design (MID)
GPA: 3.916/4.0, Class rank 1
Graduation with Distinction
Awarded Excellence in Academic Achievement
Keio University
2020/2021 Tokyo/Shanghai
Master of Media Design
Ph.D HCI Researcher
Jiangnan University
2012.9 - 2016.6 Wuxi, China
Bachelor of Integrated Innovation Design
Patent
2021. ZL202121748957.6
A device for rehabilitation of the lower limbs of children and adults through artificial muscles.
2016. 201520582430.9
A pet styling interactive lighting design.