GEORGE DIEP
Engineer MSME
GEORGE DIEP
PERSONAL STATEMENT
I am a technology specialist and jack-of-all-trades engineer interested in systems engineering and testing, product management, and program management.
I have experience and education in robotics, computer science, mechanical engineering, information technology systems, technical demonstrations, and product marketing. I am an enthusiastic and quick learner who is always looking for the next big challenge.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER II - MECHANICAL– AMAZON ROBOTICS
August 2015 – Jun 2016
●Design creative solutions to complex problems for robotic warehouse automation systems.
●Prepare models and drawings in Solidworks taking into account FEA and tolerance analysis.
●Design and fabricate or procure rapid prototype parts for evaluation.
●Develop relationships with manufacturers and vendors to improve manufacturability and reduce costs.
●Research and write revision controlled product requirement and specification documentation.
●Create installation and assembly instructions.
HARDWARE TEST ENGINEER II– AMAZON ROBOTICS
June 2012 – August 2015
●Develop and execute test plans for all hardware and firmware from prototype to production stages.
●Design, install, and perform upgrades or modifications to hardware and software test systems including 3 full sized test warehouse environments and 9-12 different test fixtures.
●Implement revision-controlled documentation and review system for test plan execution and functional requirement traceability. Track test plan traceability against functional requirements and specifications.
●Participate in Failure Mode Engineering Analysis of failed test parts.
DEMO FLOOR AND DESIGN STUDIO MANAGER – KIVA SYSTEMS
October 2010 – June 2012
●Design and maintain 20,000 sq.ft. prototype warehouse and 7 different trade show demonstrations.
●Present over 50 detailed product demonstrations to executive level clients.
●Assist solutions design by producing custom configured prototypes for customer evaluation.
●Project manager for installation of multi-level robotic lift system and mezzanine.
●Serve as general knowledge expert in overall product details for both internal and external customers.
FIELD SUPPORT ENGINEER – KIVA SYSTEMS
June 2008 – October 2010
●Oversee all on-site hardware systems across 13 remote customer sites and 1,500 robots.
●Debug and inspect electromechanical robotic equipment, related software, and operational issues.
●Lead preventative maintenance, overhaul, and retrofit teams.
●Design and implement customer training on the operation and maintenance of their Kiva System.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CO-OP - VANDERWEIL ENGINEERS
May 2007 - February 2008
●Assist in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for large construction projects ranging from hotels and casinos to sports stadiums.
●Create detailed construction diagrams and drawings using AutoCAD.
SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Making sure it all fits together
Integrating software, firmware, and hardware systems requires detailed knowledge of how each interact with the others. Quick learning and familiarization of each system is essential as is the ability to develop concise, realistic, and test-able requirements.
MECHANICAL DESIGN
Make it strong, cheap, and fast
Simple solutions to complex problems involve clever design, extensive simulation, proper material selection, validation testing, and working relationships with manufacturers.
TEST ENGINEERING
Making sure it works
Requirements validation requires a full understanding of what a product needs to do and what it should not do. Engineering testing pushes a product to its limits and evaluates new technologies for possible integration.
PROJECTS
MULTI-HEIGHT STACKING TOTES
Rotating these totes 90 degrees with respect to each other allows them to nest within each other at 4 different heights (one for each orientation). Storage space is saved while using only a single tote design without the need for managing an inventory of different sized totes.
ROBOTIC MEZZANINE AND LIFT SYSTEM
I was both project manager and product manager for this integration of the Kiva Robotic System and a multi-level mezzanine and lift. As project manager, I coordinated the contractor and vendor installation and commissioning of this project. As product manger, I was responsible for writing product requirements for the design and installation of future mezzanines and concrete flooring systems.
KIVA BOT TESTING
From prototype to production, I was responsible for verification test plan development and execution. Along the way, I implemented a product requirement and test plan trace-ability and review system (Jama Contour) to support the validation testing.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
MS, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Boston University - 2008
BA, COMPUTER SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS
Wesleyan University - 2004
LET'S CONNECT
Just for Fun
THINGS I LOVE
PHOTOGRAPHY
CYCLING
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
