Joey X.
Senior Engineer @Illuminate USA
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Engineer @Illuminate USA
Columbus, OH, US
End-to-End Factory Setup & System LocalizationWorked in the full establishment of a 5GW solar panel manufacturing plant (1 million sq ft), from construction to production ramp-up. Transformed complex East Asian automation systems into localized, practical, and sustainable solutions tailored for U.S. operations, enabling long-term stability and accountability.2. Leadership in Innovation of Key Manufacturing EquipmentsSpearheaded innovation projects targeting critical machines on the production line. Leveraged deep understanding of manufacturing realities, process bottlenecks, and technical constraints to develop solutions with local and vendor engineers. Ensured successful implementation and sustained benefits through hands-on collaboration and system validation.3. AGV & Auto Packaging Line – Flagship Efficiency InitiativesLed the rollout of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and the Auto Packaging Line—strategic, company-level projects new to U.S. solar factories operations. These initiatives significantly increased automation, enhanced reliability, and reduced manpower costs, positioning the factory as a model of advanced manufacturing.4. Automation Systems & Control OptimizationDirected SCADA/MES and other Info-Systems development and integration by working with local and Longi IT teams. Delivered improvements in dashboard features, data calibration, HMI layout optimization, and PLC code debugging to enhance equipment performance and production control.5. Engineering Support, Technical Coordination & LogisticsProvided technical support for production issues, performed failure analysis, and developed SOPs. Led training for local engineers, coordinated with dispatch teams, and ensured cross-functional alignment on root-cause investigations. Also supported logistics, special procurement, and post-sale service handling for equipment vendors.
EDUCATION
Université de Lyon
Master of Science - MS, CPS2 Program: AI and IoT
Purdue University
PhD Candidate, Computer Engineering
Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée
DUT2, Informatique
Shanghai Normal University
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
ABOUT JOEY X.
Manufacturing Systems Project Manager with a rare combination of U.S. greenfield factory…
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