Shuang Liu, PhD, MBA
About Shuang Liu, PhD, MBA
Shuang Liu, PhD, MBA, is an Advanced Laser Process Development Engineer at Miller Electric Mfg. Co. with extensive expertise in welding process development and a strong academic background in laser manufacturing and mechanical design.
Work at Miller Electric
Shuang Liu has been employed at Miller Electric Mfg. Co. since 2014, serving as an Advanced Laser Process Development Engineer. In this role, Liu focuses on work simplification projects aimed at standardizing components in industrial welding equipment. Liu also leads cross-divisional projects that have the potential to generate over $30 million in new revenue growth opportunities. The position allows Liu to leverage extensive knowledge in welding process development, particularly in laser welding and arc welding.
Education and Expertise
Shuang Liu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Laser Manufacturing from Southern Methodist University, where Liu studied from 2010 to 2014. Liu also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh between 2016 and 2019. Prior to these degrees, Liu obtained a Master's degree in Laser Manufacturing and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design and Automation from Soochow University in China. Liu possesses deep knowledge in arc welding physics, heat transfer, mechanics, fluid dynamics, and metallurgy.
Background
Before joining Miller Electric, Shuang Liu gained valuable experience in various roles. Liu worked as a Research Assistant in Laser-aided Manufacturing at Southern Methodist University from 2010 to 2014 and at Soochow University from 2007 to 2010. Liu also held positions at Bosch China, first as an Assistant of Mechanical Design Engineer for four months in 2007 and later as an Assistant of Sourcing Engineer for three months in 2008. This diverse background has contributed to Liu's expertise in welding techniques.
Achievements
Shuang Liu has extensive experience in welding process development, including various techniques such as laser cladding, laser additive manufacturing, autogenous laser welding, hybrid laser/GMA welding, laser cutting, laser heat treatment, laser paint stripping, laser powder coating, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Liu has successfully led projects that foster collaboration between the company and universities, promoting innovation in the field of welding technology.