United Kingdom
As a passionate, goal-oriented engineer, I specialise in the development of advanced imaging technologies such as medical devices and industrial quality inspection. With over 7 years of experience in the reseach field, I developed a strong skillset in optical system design and hands-on free space/fibre optic implementation. As exciting as building the hardware is, it is essential to run thorough optical modelling/simulation piror to implemention, which luckily I'm very much enjoy. I am proficient in runing ray-tracing analysis with ZeMax, 3D mechnical design with CAD software (Creo, Solidworks, FreeCAD), and programming languages including MATLAB, Python, and C/C++. I contributed to multiple research projects with a strong focus in real-life impact rather than theoretical frameworks building. The projects are supported by major funding bodies, including the GCRF-EPSRC (EP/R014094/1, 2018–2022; EP/W006642/1, 2022–2023) and the Wellcome Trust (222530/Z/21/Z, 2023–2024). I am also an ICURe alumnus from the SETsquared February 2023 cohort, where I successfully secured initial funding and led my team through to the final spin-out stage. Working in the research field also means I frequently attend international conferences, giving presentations, writing/publishing sicentific papers, and initiating collaborations. I have authored and co-authored numerous publications in high-impact journals such as Optics and Lasers in Engineering, Scientific Reports, and others. Public speaking has never been my strongest skill, but I’m actively working on it. I’m a proud member of Toastmasters, the international public speaking club, and I plan to continue growing in this area for as long as I can open and close my lips. I’m always keen to connect with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities. Don't be shy to connect and say hi!
Role of the job: Optical Engineer and Analyst for the investigation of thin film in lubrication Goal: To develop optical systems such as polarised light microscopy and Brewster's angle microscopy for in-situ investigation thin film in Electrohydrodynamic lubrication (EHL) how the properties of liquid crystals (LCs) can be leveraged in lubrication. Responsibilities: • Designing, numerical modelling and testing of optical systems • Develop specifications for optical subsystems and ensuring solutions meet system requirements. • Collaborate with mechanical engineers, chemists, and physicists to integrate optical system into metrology tools. • Identify and resolve performance issues in optical systems during development, type-testing, and prototyping phases. • Document designs, testing procedures, results, and analysis. • Present findings and proposals to stakeholders and wider audiences.
Role of the job: Optical Imaging System Engineer Goal: Development of multiple optical systems (optical coherence tomography (OCT)) for biological, medical and industrial applications. Achievements: • Developed and designed advanced optical imaging systems, with a focus on optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fundus photography • Extensive experience in building free-space optics (lens, mirror, polariser, wave-plates, fibre etc), signal and image processing, and algorithm development • Used MATLAB, Python, C, and C++ to develop high-performance imaging algorithms and software • Effective communicator and team player with a strong work ethic. Able to work independently as well as in a team setting • Experience in prototype development of medical devices, collaborating with other engineers and designers on interdisciplinary projects
Role: Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant Goal: Development of a multi-modal line-scanning retinal imaging device for the detection of sight-threatening diseases. Key Responsibilities: • Optical design, simulation, and aberration management using Zemax; performance evaluation in MATLAB; and 3D CAD design in Creo Parametric. • Hands-on assembly and testing of optical systems and sub-assemblies for rapid prototyping, optimisation, and iteration. • Development of multi-component driver software and user interfaces using C/C++, Python, and MATLAB. • Supporting teaching and tutorial sessions, including dissertation reviews, marking, and providing feedback to students.
ICURe – Innovation-to-Commercialisation of University Research Role: Market Explorer and Researcher for Technology Translation Opportunities Goal: To investigate potential commercialisation pathways for patented innovations in the medical and industrial sectors. Key Achievements: • Secured £35k funding to support market exploration and research. • Conducted international market research across the EU, Asia, Africa, and the US through virtual meetings, trade shows, conferences, and surveys. • Gained critical market insights and secured letters of support from researchers, engineers, industry experts, and medical professionals. • Identified key industrial partners and potential customer segments. • Identified market gaps and new ideas for further research and development. • Developed a feasible commercialisation strategy to be expanded into a full business plan.
• Responsible for dealing with customers directly. (Communication skill) • Independently providing support and solutions to customers’ problems with electronic devices. e.g. iPad, iPhone, Windows. (Proficiency in Windows, IOS devices and Microsoft Office) • Communicating efficiently with visually impaired customers and making sure they feel comfortable with the service rendered. (Communication skill, interpersonal skill)