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Ziying Ran

Liverpool

Summary

Results-oriented product designer with 2+ years of working experience and 4 year of PhD in Mechanical Designing, Finite element Analysis and Product Development; seeking a position that allows me to utilize my education and relevant work experience while gaining valuable professional experience in a team oriented environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

University Of Liverpool
11.2023 - Current
  • Worked on ocular biomechanical related projects by FEA and coding, mainly focusing on contact lens design and development, diseases inducted corneal topography changes.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis

Lecturer

Chongqing Aerospace Polytechnic
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • Instructed modules such as Circuit Analysis and Application, CAD Electronic Engineering Drawing;
  • Fostered strong relationships with students;
  • Coordinated and led engaging lab sessions for hands-on application. Designed and implemented standardized final tests for each module.
  • Associate editor: AutoCAD Electronic Engineering Drawing (ISBN: 9787122332462).

Product Designer

Sichuan Academy Of Aerospace Technology, China
04.2016 - 01.2018
  • Developed containers and vehicle components utilizing metal and fiber materials, overseeing the entire design process.
  • Generated detailed 3D models of products and executed comprehensive CAD modeling and calculations to ensure precision and functionality.
  • Orchestrated and actively participated in field trials to conduct thorough product testing, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Communication with manufacturing companies to coordinate production and assembly tests.
  • Collaborated with suppliers for component selection, ensuring quality and compatibility with project specifications.

Education

Ph.D. - Engineering

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, UK
2024

Master of Science - Material Science

Columbia University
New York, USA
2015

Bachelor of Science - Materials Engineering

University of Science And Technology, Beijing
Beijing, China
2013

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in FEA, Structure Analysis, Machine Learning.
  • Skilled in MATLAB, Abaqus, Creo, Auto-CAD Mechanical.
  • Knowledgeable in Python, C and C++, Adobe Premiere, MS office, Electric soldering.
  • Good at Teamwork, Research, Problem-solving, Communication, Presentation, Teaching, Reporting, Lab Options.
  • Mandarin Chinese (Native speaker)
  • CFA Level II Candidate

Affiliations

  • Normal Patent: dielectric constant detector fixture 2019
  • National Defense Patent: a new type of vertical march fixture, China 2018
  • National Defense Patent: a new type of fragile end cover of launch box, China 2017
  • National Third-Class Scholarship, China 2011

Timeline

Research Assistant

University Of Liverpool
11.2023 - Current

Lecturer

Chongqing Aerospace Polytechnic
01.2018 - 09.2020

Product Designer

Sichuan Academy Of Aerospace Technology, China
04.2016 - 01.2018

Ph.D. - Engineering

University of Liverpool

Master of Science - Material Science

Columbia University

Bachelor of Science - Materials Engineering

University of Science And Technology, Beijing
Ziying Ran