Hong L.
About Hong L.
Hong L. serves as the Sr. Director of NPI and Manufacturing Engineering at Alamar Biosciences, Inc., bringing over 20 years of experience in hardware R&D and engineering. He has a strong educational background in materials science and mechanical engineering, with previous roles at Cytek Biosciences, Apple, and Prysm Inc.
Work at Alamar Biosciences
Hong L. currently serves as the Sr. Director of NPI and Manufacturing Engineering at Alamar Biosciences, Inc. since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing new product introduction (NPI) processes and manufacturing engineering initiatives. His position is based in Fremont, California, where he contributes to the company's mission by leveraging his extensive experience in hardware engineering and product development.
Previous Experience at Cytek Biosciences
Before joining Alamar Biosciences, Hong L. worked at Cytek Biosciences as the Director of NPI and Hardware Engineering. His tenure lasted from 2018 to 2024, where he focused on enhancing product development processes and engineering practices. This role was also located in Fremont, California, and allowed him to apply his expertise in hardware R&D and continuous improvement.
Educational Background
Hong L. has a solid educational foundation in engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science from Tsinghua University. He furthered his studies at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He completed his academic journey with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. This educational background supports his extensive experience in the engineering field.
Career History in Engineering
Hong L. has over 20 years of experience in various engineering roles. Prior to his position at Cytek Biosciences, he held several key positions, including Technical Program Manager at Apple for three months in 2018, Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Engineering at Prysm Inc. from 2014 to 2017, and Sr. Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Operation at Optoplex from 2008 to 2014. He also worked as a Principal R&D Engineer at Optoplex from 2001 to 2008.
Skills and Expertise
Hong L. possesses a diverse skill set that includes hardware R&D, product development, continuous improvement, NPI, and manufacturing engineering. His strong analytical and innovative capabilities complement his ability to multi-task and work collaboratively within teams. He is recognized for his effective communication skills, which enhance his interactions in engineering and management contexts.