Tiandi Xu
About Tiandi Xu
Tiandi Xu is a New Product Introduction Manager at Novocure in San Diego, California, with extensive experience in engineering and project management across various industries.
New Product Introduction Manager at Novocure
Tiandi Xu currently holds the position of New Product Introduction Manager at Novocure in San Diego, California, United States. In this role, Tiandi oversees the complete lifecycle of product development, including design, testing, tooling, manufacturing operations, quality assurance, materials and processes (M&P), Material Review Board (MRB), and supply chain coordination. Tiandi's extensive expertise in project management and strategic supplier development is crucial for the successful introduction of new products at Novocure.
Previous Roles at Abbott Vascular and United Technologies Aerospace Systems
From 2019 to 2021, Tiandi Xu served as a Project Manager - EU MDR (Quality Assurance & Compliance) at Abbott Vascular in Temecula, CA. During this period, Tiandi ensured quality compliance and managed projects in alignment with the European Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR) standards. Prior to that, Tiandi worked at United Technologies Aerospace Systems as Project Manager -- Operation Strategy & Cost Management from 2013 to 2018. In this role, based in the Greater San Diego Area, Tiandi focused on operational strategies and cost management, leveraging lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
Early Career: Goodrich Aerostructures and HEICO Aerospace
Tiandi Xu's early career includes significant roles at Goodrich Aerostructures, where they worked as a Project Engineer -- A350 XWB Value Stream from 2008 to 2010, and Project Manager/ME -- Supply Chain/UTAS from 2010 to 2013. Tiandi's role involved supply chain management and engineering support for aerospace structures. Additionally, Tiandi held the position of Sr. Design Engineer -- PCT at Chromalloy Gas Turbine from 2002 to 2008. Tiandi's initial industry experience began at HEICO Aerospace as a Mechanical Engineer -- Jet Avion from 1999 to 2001.
Educational Background in Engineering
Tiandi Xu holds a Master’s degree in Industrial System & Engineering from Florida International University. This advanced education provided the foundation for Tiandi's approach to complex system design and manufacturing processes. Prior to this, Tiandi earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Tiandi’s academic credentials have been pivotal in developing a robust understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principles.
Expertise in Engineering and Project Management
With a diverse engineering background spanning over two decades, Tiandi Xu specializes in reverse engineering, metrology, and the use of CAD/CAM software for mechanical design and manufacturing. Tiandi is adept at global sourcing, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement (CI) practices. In addition, Tiandi’s capability in supplier management ensures quality compliance and strategic sourcing. Tiandi is also known for mentoring junior engineers, helping them develop critical skills in engineering and project management.