Bryan A. Ma
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced Opto Mechanical Engineer skilled in designing advanced hardware for silicon wafer metrology systems. Collaborates effectively with cross functional teams to drive product innovation. Committed to delivering innovative solutions for complex challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Opto Mechanical Engineer
ONTO Innovation
Milpitas, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Designed precision opto-mechanical hardware for next-generation wafer metrology systems.
- Developed containment and position control solutions for UV/laser sources.
- Optimized the design of wafer handling systems, expanding market reach for existing products.
- Involved in various 'continuous improvement' mechanical design projects to further optimize performance across existing product line (lift tooling, fixtures, electrical enclosures, motion system/platform improvements, etc.).
- Traveled abroad to customer sites to resolve revenue-critical escalations.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation.
- Analyzes system requirements to deliver innovative solutions for complex challenges.
Mechanical Design Engineer Intern
ONTO Innovation
Milpitas, CA
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Improved the safety of capital equipment when shipped to customers by designing critical lift tooling.
- Designed a wafer containment system to eliminate the build up contaminant particles on silicon wafers.
- Established test methods and acceptance criteria for verifying operation linear motion systems.
- Gained experience in documenting changes on existing designs and releasing new designs within the product lifecycle workflow.
Mechanical Design Engineer Intern
Nanometrics
Milpitas, CA
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Supported efforts to modernize legacy products by redesigning enclosures for packaging optical elements in lens assemblies.
- Designed a portable gas flow measurement device to enhance technician efficiency in the integration process.
- Created a fixture for calibrating spectrometers while also protecting technicians from UV exposure.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Nanometrics
Milpitas, CA
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Supported testing of wafer handling equipment, measuring coefficient of friction to understand effects on throughput.
- Designed precision alignment tooling for optical stages, ensuring smooth operation of moving optics.
- Contributed to prototype builds, gaining insights into metrology systems.
- Created CAD models, ensuring clear communication with vendors for part fabrication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA06.2022
Skills
- Opto Mechanical/ Mechanical Design
- Prototype Development
- FEA and failure analysis
- Computer-Aided Design
- Hand calculations
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Metal Fabrication
- Technical Documentation
Additional projects
- Formula SAE - Lead Suspension Engineer: Led a tight knit team in designing the suspension system for an open wheeled race car. In this role I gained experience on team leadership, creating requirements, project management, fabricating components, and mechanical design.
- Senior Design - Project LEONIDAS 3U CubeSat: For my senior design project I led a team of 6 seniors and 4 freshman to design and build a prototype miniature satellite known as a cube sat. I also contributed to this project by owning the task of designing the structure and sub-system architecture. I also managed to raise over $1000 USD in order to fund this project.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Opto Mechanical Engineer
ONTO Innovation
06.2022 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer Intern
ONTO Innovation
06.2020 - 06.2022
Mechanical Design Engineer Intern
Nanometrics
06.2019 - 09.2019
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Nanometrics
06.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Jose State University
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