Jim Y.

Structural Lead（ a leading listed heat pump company ）

Jun 2019 - Present • 6 yrs 11 mos

280 Tons/Day Large Heat Pump Sludge Drying System Role: Structure Lead & Principal Design Engineer. Description: National cement kiln waste treatment project. Designed 48 modules with automatic dust removal, ash cleaning, and self‑cleaning systems. Over 100,000 parts; modular design enabled assembly line production. Key outcomes: 12 days shorter production cycle; cost reduced by 850,000 RMB; highly recognized by company leadership. 45kW R290 Commercial Modular Heat Pump (Europe) Role: Project Lead & Structure Principal Designer. Description: Company’s first R290 commercial heat pump. Developed innovative refrigerant leakage protection, liquid‑cooled electrical control, and screw‑less exterior design. High container packing density reduces logistics cost. Key outcomes: 12 personal patents; CE & TUV certified; ready for mass production. High-Integration Water System for German Homes Role: Product Manager & Structure Lead. Description: Designed a compact water system (60% volume reduction) with quick‑connect technology – installation time reduced by 40%. Achieved DVGW water certification (European highest standard). Improved energy efficiency by 15%. Key outcomes: Modular design, front‑access maintenance (60% less repair work), remote APP control. R290 Ultra-Quiet & High-Efficiency Heat Pump Series (Europe) Role: Project Lead & Principal Structure Designer. Description: Developed a new generation of R290 heat pump series for European family heating, hot water, and pool heating. Achieved noise level ≤43dB . Designed multiple safety protection systems against refrigerant leakage, passing EN60335 and TUV certification. Key outcomes: 12 patents; mass production; first year sales covered Germany, France, and Nordic markets.

Mechanical Design Expert （Midea Group）

Feb 2015 - Sep 2019 • 4 yrs 7 mos

Role: Project Director / Project Manager / Lead Structural Engineer Key Achievements 1. R32 High-Efficiency & Low-Noise Platform (5kW–16kW) • Led the full R&D of this series platform, covering 5kW, 7kW, 10kW, 12kW, and 16kW models • Completed a new chassis architecture achieving high energy efficiency and low noise performance • Managed approximately $1.5M USD in mold and tooling investment • Platform successfully launched and validated for European market requirements 2. European Hydraulic Module Box (2 Models) • Developed two models of the European hydraulic module box • Significantly improved installation efficiency for heat pump products • Designed to meet European market standards and field installation needs

Structural Lead (Chigo Air Conditioning Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 00449.HK))

Jul 2001 - Jun 2015 • 13 yrs 11 mos

Foshan Kezhi Mold Factory (2001/08 – 2004/01) Role: Engineer (Mold Design / Product Design) Product design, mold design, trial run tracking, product & mold optimization Only engineer proficient in PROE, handled core design tasks Grew fast under senior mentors, gained rich experience in complex product & mold design Chigo (2004 – 2015, 11 years) Roles: Chief Engineer → Senior Engineer / Structure Expert → R&D Structure Head → New Tech Director Smart & Innovative Products (2010-2015) Led world's 1st smart cloud AC (platform, APP, self-diagnosis, sleep curve, weather-adaptive). Set industry standards from zero Managed JD Cloud & Alibaba Cloud AC projects Led shared AC (NB-IoT, 2G), 3-in-1 purifier/humidifier AC Cloud AC won: China Excellent Patent (1), invention patents (5), AWE Award, Tech Innovation Leader Award Cloud AC = 1/3 of company sales. Named Top 10 Outstanding Employee, promoted to New Tech Director Central AC & Export Products (2007-2010) Developed new seat-mounted AC, cost 5-10% lower than industry avg Built PTAC line (12 core models, 50+ series) with US team Led 50+ large projects (cassette, VRF, duct), expanded 150+ models Co-developed 30+ series with Carrier, Ice Air. Drove 20%+ annual sales growth Export PM (2005-2007) Completed 15 new AC products & 38 series expansions. Tooling investment: $1.7M (12M RMB) Product Line Development (2004-2005) Led wall-mounted AC: 3 new chassis, 23 panels Developed 1 mobile AC core → 8 series, 7 new designs Optimized dehumidifier (8 models) Developed 1 window AC core → 3 series Designed 1 decorative cabinet AC Industrial Design (2004-2005) Completed concept designs & feasibility analysis. Named Top 10 Outstanding Employee Patents (Chigo period) 24 patents: 1 China Excellent Patent, 3 invention, 11 utility model, 9 design Core Competencies Mold & product design background. PROE/CREO expert 200+ new products concept to mass production