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Alan Su
9 / 44 Brisbane Street, Toowong, QLD 4066
Mobile: 0402 693 788
Email: alan.wlsu@gmail.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Results-driven and versatile mechanical engineer who is passionate about mechanical design,
drawings and specialised in CAD. Demonstrates determination in professional undertakings in a
productive, client-focused company, as a self-motivated individual committed to working
collaboratively in a team environment.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Sydney Institute of Interpreting and Translating
Advance Diploma of Translation (Feb. 2014 – Aug. 2014)
The University of Queensland
Master of Engineering Science (GPA 5.0/7.0) (Feb. 2013 – Dec. 2013)
Taiwan National Cheng Kung University
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Sep. 2005 – Jun. 2009)
TECHNICAL AND COMPUTER SKILLS
Engineering software:
 AutoCAD proficient
 Hyperworks 11 proficient
 MATLAB intermediate
 Solidworks proficient
Microsoft:
 Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint,
Excel) advanced
 Microsoft Project intermediate
ENGINEERING EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Fu-Tai Engineering Corporation Limited – Taiwan
Based in Taiwan with worldwide operating locations, Fu-Tai plays an integral role in refinery and
petrochemical industry as an integrated engineering consulting firm providing Engineering,
Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) service with over 500 seasoned staff.
Mechanical Designer – (July 2011 - August 2012)
Reported to the Design Manager with responsibility for converting equipment specifications into
mechanical drawings for a wide range of pressure vessels. Rocognised as a major contributor within
Mechanical Design Department to producing high-volume designs, providing design modification and
solutions to minimise cost and improve overall production techniques.
 Developed mechanical drawings of pressure vessels including chemical processing towers, heat
exchangers, storage tanks by utilizing AutoCAD.
 Designed innovative component replacements for existing equipment improving functionality
and extending the life of equipment for a fraction of the total replacement cost.
 Produced accurate and timely reproductions.
 Properly selected materials for various components of the equipment to ensure corrosion
control.
 Designed specific welding based on standards for individual components.
 Solved engineering problems and technical calculations via advanced Microsoft Excel and
Matlab programming skills.
 Created aesthetically pleasing, presentable and accurate drawings for clients.
 Estimated material quantities required for all project drawings.
 Provided high quality service and drawing modification upon clients’ requests.
 Reviewed equipment drawings from vendors to ensure compliance with quality standards.
 Saved hundreds of man-hours of rework through meticulous design review that identified and

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eliminated potential deficiencies.
 Reduced substantial cost and 50% previous assembly time by improving previous designs.
 Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with project managers, team supervisors and other
team members with regards to project scope management, and maintained professionalism
through regular meetings.
 Completed over 2500 hours of drafting on AutoCAD focusing on the layouts and drawings of
schematic, orthographic or angle views to illustrate functional relationships between various
components.
 Successfully delivered projects on time and within budget.
OTHER ENGINEERING PROJECTS
Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Project – The University of Queensland (Feb 2013 – Dec
2013)
 Developed the project plan through Microsoft Project to ensure project management.
 Prepared preliminary chassis design and drawings by utilizing Solidworks and AutoCAD.
 Calculated mechanical properties of carbon fibre composite materials using MATLAB.
 Analysed, evaluated and compared carbon fibre composite material properties between the
results of real laboratory tests and software analysis.
 Identified and designed a series of optimum carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) layouts
from a variety of different load cases using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software – Altair
Hyperworks 11.
 Liaised with other team members to ensure design consistency and compatibility.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
 Company: Pine and Bamboo restaurant - Australia (Jan 2015 – Jun 2015)
Position : Waiter
 Company: “My Wife’s Dishes Chinese Restaurant” - Taiwan (Jun 2008 – Feb 2009)
Position : Waiter
 Company: Cram School Tutoring – Taiwan (Jun 2008 – Sep 2008)
Position : English, Maths and Physics Tutor
SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
 Competent at managing multiple projects simultaneously with the ability of problem solving,
planning ahead, and prioritising daily tasks.
 Ability to work with a flexible manner and adapt well to challenging situations and productive
environments.
 Good interpersonal skills and an excellent team player.
 Great attention to details, multi-tasking and providing customer service to satisfaction.
 The ability to quickly acquire knowledge of new or specialised software, and proactively
keeping up to date of emerging technologies.
LANGUAGES
 English - 7.5/9 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
 Mandarin Chinese
CERTIFICATES
 Recognition as a Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia
 Professional translator NAATI certificate
 Currently completing CSWA and CSWP

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VISA STATUS
Permanent Australian Resident (Skilled Independent, Visa Subclass 189)
REFEREES
Dr. Bill Daniel
Senior lecturer
School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering
The University of Queensland
Mr. Kuo,Tsun-Jen
Design manager
The Department of Equipment
Yuan Shang Engineering Corporation Limited
(Contact details available upon request)