Kris Chhouk
About Kris Chhouk
Kris Chhouk is a Senior Technical Engineer with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently working at Scientific Games since 2014. He holds multiple degrees in engineering and has contributed to the development of various gaming products while also providing technical training to technicians.
Current Role at Scientific Games
Kris Chhouk has been serving as a Senior Technical Engineer at Scientific Games since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for debugging gaming systems and generating technical training materials to address potential issues. He has contributed to the development of various gaming products, including i-Table, i-Roulette, and Fusion Virtual. His work supports the operational efficiency and technical advancement of gaming technologies.
Previous Experience in Gaming Technology
Prior to his current position, Kris Chhouk worked at Bally Technologies as a Senior Technical Engineer for one year, from 2013 to 2014. He also held multiple roles at Shuffle Master Inc, including Product Support Specialist and Electronic Table Master Technician, where he focused on product support and technical troubleshooting. His experience spans over a decade in the gaming technology sector, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Educational Background and Certifications
Kris Chhouk has a diverse educational background in engineering and technology. He earned an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD from Bellevue Community College from 1987 to 1989. He also completed courses in ComTIA A+ Hardware/Software/Networking and CISCO/CCNA Routing and Switching at the College of Southern Nevada from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he studied Manufacturing Engineering at The Boeing Company Trade School, obtaining a certificate in Engineering and Manufacturing Technology.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Kris Chhouk possesses extensive technical skills, including the use of various hand tools such as pneumatic punches and routers. He is responsible for creating preproduction engineering prototypes to ensure compliance and submission readiness. He has authored technical installation and servicing guides for new gaming products, contributing to the knowledge base within the industry. His role also includes providing technical training to casino technicians and SM/Bally technicians.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Kris Chhouk's career includes significant roles at various organizations. He worked at Boeing Commercial Airplanes as a Manufacturing Engineer from 1997 to 2001. He also served as a Field Engineer at SHFL Entertainment from 2007 to 2013. His early career included a brief position as a Production Technician at Shuffle Master Inc in 2004. This timeline reflects his steady progression and accumulation of experience in the engineering and gaming sectors.