Wai Wah (Warren) Cheah
About Wai Wah (Warren) Cheah
Wai Wah (Warren) Cheah serves as the Director of Business Operations at Intelligent Automation (CYGIA) in Sunnyvale, where he has worked since 2016. With extensive experience in business operations and project management, he has previously held key roles at GoerTek Inc. and Foxlink, overseeing significant projects for major technology companies.
Work at Intelligent Automation (CYGIA)
Wai Wah (Warren) Cheah has served as the Director of Business Operations at Intelligent Automation (CYGIA) since 2016. In this role, he oversees capital expenditure sales and project delivery for major technology companies in the United States, including Google, Facebook, Tesla, and Amazon. His responsibilities include investigating and recommending new automation technologies and processes to key customers, as well as leading negotiations for hardware supply agreements and service level agreements.
Previous Experience at GoerTek Inc.
Prior to his current position, Cheah worked at GoerTek Inc. from 2011 to 2016. He held two roles during his tenure: Senior Account Manager from 2011 to 2014 and Director of Business Operations from 2014 to 2016. In these positions, he was responsible for managing client relationships and overseeing business operations, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Career Background at Foxlink and Immersion Corporation
Cheah's career includes significant experience at Foxlink, where he worked as a Senior Project Manager from 2007 to 2011 and as a Project Manager from 2005 to 2007. His role involved managing project timelines and deliverables. Before Foxlink, he was employed at Immersion Corporation as a Senior Electromechanical Application Engineer from 2001 to 2005, focusing on electromechanical applications and engineering solutions.
Education and Expertise
Cheah holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, both from Utah State University. He studied there from 1994 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in business operations and project management within the technology sector.
Vendor Selection and Project Guidance
In his current role, Cheah provides guidance during the vendor selection process and reviews design proposals for award presentations. He also supports purchasing and import/export documentation for transactions with factories in China, ensuring compliance and efficiency in operations.