DONGJIN SHIN
Artesia,CA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in LCD module & product design, 3D modeling, and quality assurance. Proven track record in vendor management and manufacturing coordination.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
True Vision Displays, Inc.
Cerritos, California
09.2007 - Current
- Leading research and development of military and aviation-grade LCD display modules, ensuring compliance with stringent defense and aerospace standards for reliability in harsh environments.
- Developed detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks, facilitating accurate manufacturing and documentation.
- Prepared and led design review meetings, including Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR), to validate concepts, mitigate risks, and secure stakeholder approval. (Using PPT)
- Sourced and onboarded vendors, issuing fabrication instructions and overseeing supplier performance to ensure quality of high-precision components.
- Conducted product inspections, functional testing, and environmental validation to verify compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
- Directed in-house manufacturing processes, providing clear production directives to ensure on-time delivery and process consistency.
- Evaluated new inquiries and RFQs for custom LCD modules; performed technical feasibility assessments and made go/no-go development decisions.
- Authored and maintained QA documentation, including test reports, compliance records, and configuration management files for traceability and audits. (MS word, Excel)
- Established and documented manufacturing and testing processes, including quality assurance protocols and inspection criteria to enhance compliance.
Mechanical Project Engineer
SK Teletech
Seoul, South Korea
06.2004 - 09.2006
- Led full-cycle R&D for mobile phones, managing design, prototyping, vendor sourcing, quality validation, and patent applications to enhance product competitiveness.
- Continued core development tasks for 6 months post-recruitment to SK, contributing to strategic initiatives before promotion to Advanced Development Team.
- Focused on next-generation cellphone projects aimed at surpassing leading market devices, driving innovations in hardware, features, and user experience.
Mechanical Engineer
Samsung Electronics
Suwon, South Korea
01.2002 - 06.2004
- Performed 3D modeling (CAD) and converted designs to 2D drawings.
- Coordinated mold development with stakeholders, leading technical discussions and design reviews to align project objectives.
- Issued manufacturing instructions to vendors and led production meetings with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings to drive product development strategy and ensure informed decision-making.
- Conducted quality testing and validation to ensure products met standards; Lifecycle test, SAR test, Mechanical test and etc.
- Partnered with electronics teams through regular meetings to resolve interdisciplinary issues and ensure seamless integration.
- Directed development and fabrication of new components and parts, issuing clear production directives; LCD modules, Antenna, etc.
- Developed prototypes, executed testing, and iterated designs based on results.
- Organized and led design review meetings, preparing materials and driving discussions for critical decisions.
- Identified innovative ideas, prepared documentation, and successfully filed patent applications for intellectual property registration.
- Coordinated with Purchasing and Inventory teams to ensure stable parts availability, aligning supply with development timelines.
- Research and development of mobile phone (cell phone).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Hanyang Univ.
Seoul, South Korea02.2002
Skills
- Mechanical design
- Quality assurance
- Design review
- 3D modeling & 2D drawing
- Manufacturing coordination
- Vendor management
- LCD & product design
Languages
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
True Vision Displays, Inc.
09.2007 - Current
Mechanical Project Engineer
SK Teletech
06.2004 - 09.2006
Mechanical Engineer
Samsung Electronics
01.2002 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Hanyang Univ.