Bin Jou
About Bin Jou
Bin Jou is a Principal Research Scientist and Staff VP at FM Global, known for his contributions to Industry 4.0 and IIoT technologies.
Current Role at FM Global
Bin Jou is currently serving as the Principal Research Scientist and Staff Vice President at FM Global. Since joining the company in 2013, he has been instrumental in driving the corporate vision and objectives through innovative and strategic projects. His work involves developing and leading research initiatives that align with the company's goals. Located in the Greater Boston Area, he also pioneers projects in the field of Industry 4.0 and IIoT to propel FM Global's technological advancements forward.
Previous Experience at Pratt & Whitney
Bin Jou worked at Pratt & Whitney as the Structure Integration Manager from 2012 to 2013 and as the Integrated Product Team Leader from 2011 to 2012. In these roles, he managed multiple projects related to structural integration and product development. His tenure at Pratt & Whitney, located in Middletown, CT, allowed him to refine his engineering and leadership skills.
Experience at GE Power & Water and GE Global Research
Prior to his time at Pratt & Whitney, Bin Jou worked at GE Power & Water as a Senior Engineer/Technical Leader from 2008 to 2010 and at GE Global Research as a Research Engineer from 2005 to 2008. In these capacities, he was involved in leading technical projects and conducting significant research in the engineering sector, mainly in Schenectady, NY, and Niskayuna, NY.
Educational Background
Bin Jou holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, studying part-time from 2011 to 2019. His dual expertise in engineering and business management positions him as a well-rounded leader in his field.
Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement
Bin Jou is actively involved in developing strategic partnerships with organizations such as ASME, EPRI, OEMs, and academia. These collaborations aim to advance research and engineering initiatives. He also engages with broader research and user communities to advocate for FM Global's engineering and research programs, ensuring the company's initiatives gain visibility and support within the industry.