Roland Ip
Austin,TX
Summary
Analytical and performance-driven problem solver with 4 years of experience in mechanical engineering. Possesses strong knowledge of engineering principles, mathematics and physics and utilization of CAD software. Committed to continuous improvement and finding creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Mechanical Engineer
National Instruments
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Designed and tested various RF products, including custom standalone device enclosures, PXIe modules, and hardware test fixtures.
- Delivered fully functional prototypes of the RMM-5585 standalone radio head two months ahead of schedule, enabling early software testing.
- Conducted thermal testing for a PXIe-5842 VST system in the Semiconductor Test System (STS) for safety validation purposes.
- Simulated load board deflection for the PXIe-5842 VST in STS, resulting in a subsequent load board stiffener redesign and a comprehensive understanding of capacity limitations for future STS iterations.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Abaco Systems
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Developed technical skills through training and shadowing experienced professionals, notably flow simulations and GD&T.
- Simulated VP869 product in Solidworks Flow Simulation to develop a heat sink solution.
ME Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Petawatt Laser
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Designed, procured parts for, and assembled various custom optomechanical equipment for high vacuum environments.
- Devised a tiered CAD filing convention to reorganize 10,000+ parts, prioritizing searchability.
- Redesigned and drafted a custom mirror mount, coordinating with a machine shop through work orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2019
Skills
- CREO Parametric
- CREO Elements/Direct
- Finite Element Analysis
- Heat Transfer
- Manufacturing Processes
- DFM/DFA
- SOLIDWORKS
- Thermal Testing
- Shock & Vibration Testing
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Staff Mechanical Engineer
National Instruments
07.2019 - 03.2023
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Abaco Systems
05.2018 - 08.2018
ME Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Petawatt Laser
06.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Texas At Austin
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