Felix Zhang
About Felix Zhang
Felix Zhang is a Staff Engineer with expertise in material and coating development, having authored 30 papers, 8 patents, and 2 book chapters. He has a strong background in emerging technologies and specializes in manufacturing technologies related to metal cutting tools and biomedical devices.
Work at Kennametal
Felix Zhang currently serves as a Staff Engineer at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2019. His role encompasses responsibilities in research and development, particularly focusing on manufacturing technologies and processes related to metal cutting tools and biomedical devices. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Engineer at Kennametal from 2015 to 2019, with experience in both the United States and Asia. His contributions include R&D strategy landscaping and staff recruiting and coaching within the Asia-Pacific region.
Education and Expertise
Felix Zhang has a robust educational background, having studied at several prestigious institutions. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering with a minor in Financial Mathematics from the National University of Singapore, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He participated in an exchange program at the University of California, San Diego, focusing on Biomedical Engineering from 2006 to 2007. He also completed a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at the National University of Singapore from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he attended a summer program in Financial Mathematics at Peking University in 2007.
Research Contributions
Felix Zhang has authored 30 papers, 8 patents, and 2 book chapters, reflecting his expertise in material and coating development. His research interests include emerging technologies such as computer vision, artificial intelligence, and additive manufacturing. His experience extends to project proposal and intellectual property authoring and presentation, showcasing his ability to contribute to both academic and practical applications in his field.
Professional Background
Felix Zhang has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in engineering roles. He worked as a Senior Engineer at Kennametal in the United States from 2015 to 2016 and continued in the same role in Singapore and China from 2016 to 2019. His current position as Staff Engineer since 2019 further emphasizes his ongoing commitment to advancing manufacturing technologies and processes.