Yale Guan

Medical Device Manufactor, Senior Mechanical Engineer.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

About

I am a Mechatronics Engineer with a strong foundation in product development and a drive to take on complex, impactful engineering challenges. As a graduate of the University of Waterloo, my career has been centered on product development roles within manufacturing environments, where I have built deep expertise in mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and materials. I bring advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, strong analytical problem-solving ability, and a track record of delivering reliable, high-quality design solutions under demanding requirements. Beyond my professional work, I maintain a strong commitment to hands-on innovation. I have designed and built several robotics projects—including a bipedal walking robot, an automated pill dispenser, and multiple RC-controlled systems—which have further strengthened my prototyping skills and provided extensive practical experience with 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machining. My long-term goal is to continue growing as a Product Engineer, integrating my technical depth, creativity, and passion for building into products that make a real impact. I am always open to new challenges and opportunities to apply my skills to forward-thinking product development initiatives.

Experience

  • Traferox Technologies Inc. ()
    • Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
      Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

      Senior Design Engineer in organ-transplant medical devices, developing systems that maintain and treat donor organs outside the human body for evaluation and transport. Working across multiple organ-specific product lines, to improve organ viability, enabling accurate assessment, and safe transportation. My work increase transplant success rates and expand the availability of donor organs. -Define product architecture and drive end-to-end mechanical design. -Expert in SolidWorks modelling, complex assemblies, and detailed component development. -Optimize manufacturability across materials, tolerances, cost, and production methods. -Execute rapid prototyping, supplier sourcing, and component procurement. -Build and test prototype systems; refine designs through validation and clinical feedback. -Develop assembly processes, fixtures, BOMs, and technical specifications. -Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver capital equipment and disposable products. -Contribute to IP strategy, risk assessments, and future product roadmaps.

    • Mechanical Design Engineer
      Dec 2022 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      Design engineering for organ transplant medical device, used to keep organs alive outside the human body for transplantation. -3D/2D CAD of biomedical components -Testing and prototyping -Design evaluations and implementation -Research and development

  • Lead Mechanical Engineer / Production Manager at Robo Wunderkind
    Sep 2017 - Dec 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    • Design and manufacturing engineer for the full product development cycle • Project lead, coordinating between departments, managing production schedules, and organizing weekly team meetings • Leading mechanical design, manufacturing management and quality control • Designs all mechanical parts in coordination with industrial design and PCB design departments • Maintain 3D, 2D CAD for the complete product in SolidWorks • Create and maintain BOM, testing procedures, assembly SOP, and other production documents • Devised and implement testing jigs and assembly fixtures for production and testing • Co-developed packaging design for product packaging and logistics packaging • Coordinate instructions with Chinese suppliers, manufacturer OEM, and logistics companies • Draft contracts and agreements with Chinese suppliers • Support supply and inventory management

  • Product Developer at Teknion
    Sep 2016 - Sep 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Manufacturing Engineer of consumer electronics for businesses • Participated in the design of new products, and improvement of old products • Worked extensively with customers to develop custom products • Coordinated with production staff to improve design and ease of assembly • Created engineering models for prototyping and manufacturing in SolidWorks • Developed assembly SOP for existing and new products • Conducted product testing to ensure products meet all UL and CSA regulations

  • Mechanical Engineer at Metalumen Manufacturing, Inc.
    May 2015 - Sep 2015 · 5 mos

    • Developed a new product line of LED lighting products • Created prototype designs in SolidWorks • Created and maintain the BOM for new products • Conducted comprehensive mechanical and electrical testing on prototypes • Experimented with multiple materials and manufacturing process to achieve desired results • Collected feedback from factory workers on the challenges of producing the product

  • CAD Operator at Plan Group Inc.
    Sep 2014 - Dec 2014 · 4 mos

    Worked on the mechanical and electrical layout for the 100 Adelaide high rise