Austin Wei
About Austin Wei
Austin Wei is a Sourcing Engineer at Plexus Corp. in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, where he has worked since 2012. He has a background in R&D engineering and extensive experience in material logistics, new product introduction, and project bidding.
Work at Plexus
Austin Wei has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Sourcing Engineer since 2012. In this role, he focuses on managing material logistics, which includes overseeing pull-in and pull-out processes. He collaborates closely with buyers to ensure efficient material management and works with process engineers to address assembly issues. His responsibilities also encompass participation in new product introduction (NPI) design reviews and tooling design for manufacturability (DFM).
Previous Experience at Askey
Prior to his current position at Plexus, Austin Wei worked as an R&D Engineer at Askey from 2006 to 2012. During his six years there, he gained valuable experience in research and development, contributing to various engineering projects. His role involved engaging in localization efforts and identifying alternative sources for materials, which enhanced his expertise in material sourcing and logistics.
Education and Expertise
Austin Wei studied at Suzhou University from 2009 to 2011, where he further developed his engineering knowledge. He also attended Henan Technology School from 2003 to 2006, laying the foundation for his technical skills. His educational background supports his extensive experience in new project bidding and request for quotation (RFQ) processes, as well as tooling modification design for manufacturability (DFM).
Skills in Material Logistics and Engineering
Austin Wei has a strong focus on material logistics management, working closely with buyers to streamline processes. He is skilled in verifying online assembly and addressing related issues in collaboration with process engineers. His involvement in new product introduction (NPI) design reviews showcases his ability to integrate engineering principles with practical applications in sourcing and manufacturing.