Thomas Lai

Experience

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  Epson Portland Inc.

  Aug 1988 - Jan 1993

  Manufacturing Engineer

  - New Process Introduction: Evaluated machines and selected optimum process control parameters for good process capability based on statistical analysis.- Process Improvement: Improved working methods, designed new fixtures, and reduced process waste.

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  CONTOUR-ARC, INC.

  Jan 1996 - Nov 2002

  Mechanical Engineer

  - Mechanical Design: Developed automated welding machines from conceptual to final product. Integrated robotic welding systems and designed fixtures for robotic applications.- Electrical & Programming: Designed electrical layouts and wiring diagrams. Wrote PLC programs for automated welding machines. Wrote CNC programs for milling machine center.

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  HB Fuller

  Dec 2003 - Nov 2019

  Mechanical Engineer

  - Mechanical Design: Designed tape dispensing equipment from manual to fully automated servo motor driven systems. - Electrical: Specified system requirements and specifications for contractors to develop control and programming.- Customer Support: Provided technical support for customers from North America to Europe.