Tien CAO Minh
About Tien CAO Minh
Tien Cao Minh is a Design Engineer II at Power Solutions International in Itasca, Illinois, with a background in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago and College of DuPage. He has expertise in tolerance analysis, engineering simulations, and quality improvement projects, and is skilled in various programming languages and 3D modeling software.
Work at Power Solutions International
Currently, Tien Cao Minh serves as a Design Engineer II at Power Solutions International, a position held since 2022. Located in Itasca, Illinois, Minh contributes to various engineering projects, focusing on design and development. His role involves utilizing advanced engineering tools and methodologies to enhance product performance and reliability.
Education and Expertise
Tien Cao Minh earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago, where he studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he completed an Associate of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the College of DuPage from 2016 to 2019. His educational background provides a solid foundation in mechanical principles and engineering practices.
Background in Mechanical Engineering
Before joining Power Solutions International, Tien worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Videojet Technologies for seven months in 2021 and 2022. His experience includes tolerance analysis, GD&T, and stack-up analysis, which are critical in ensuring product quality and precision. Minh also has a background in prototype development and tooling for production release.
Technical Skills and Tools
Tien Cao Minh is proficient in various engineering tools and programming languages. He utilizes FEA tools such as ANSYS and COMSOL for engineering simulations. His skills extend to 3D modeling software, including SolidWorks and PTC Creo, as well as 3D printing technology. Additionally, he is capable of programming in MATLAB, Python, and C++.
Project Experience and Methodologies
Minh has experience in conducting Design of Experiments (DOE) and performing DFMEA/PFMEA analyses, which are essential for risk management in engineering projects. He has also worked on cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives, specifically applying VAE/VAVE methodologies to enhance project outcomes.