Nina Labs Junior Engineer
Worked on IoT smart pourer technology for premium beverage service. Led iterative testing efforts that improved pour accuracy by 80% through data-driven discoveries and mechanical design optimization.
Project Overview
Engineering Scope & Objectives
Key Responsibilities
- Drove design optimization initiatives to enhance manufacturability and production efficiency
- Designed mechanical test jigs in SolidWorks and developed automated validation protocols using Python and MATLAB
- Led iterative testing efforts, improving pour accuracy by approximately 80% through test driven discoveries
- Collaborated with team to accelerate development and ensure on-time product launch
Engineering Challenges
- Achieving precise liquid flow measurement accuracy in varying environmental conditions
- Developing reliable locking mechanisms that work with various bottle neck sizes
- Creating test protocols that simulate real-world usage patterns and edge cases
- Balancing design for manufacturability with performance requirements
Solutions & Innovations
- Developed modular test jigs allowing rapid configuration changes for different product variants
- Implemented automated data collection systems using Python to analyze pour patterns
- Created MATLAB models to predict system behavior and optimize design parameters
- Established iterative testing methodology that reduced development cycles by 30%
Project Gallery
Engineering Work at Nina Labs
Pour accuracy testing in action
Automated testing protocol demonstration
Technical Implementation
Engineering Solutions
Test Automation Framework
Developed comprehensive testing protocols combining hardware fixtures with software automation:
- Python Scripts: Automated data collection from sensors, real-time analysis, and report generation
- MATLAB Models: Statistical analysis of pour patterns and predictive modeling for design optimization
- Test Fixtures: Modular jigs designed in SolidWorks for rapid prototype validation
Key Performance Improvements
Project Outcomes
Results & Achievements
Key Engineering Achievements
Pour Accuracy Revolution
Achieved 80% improvement in pour accuracy through iterative testing and design refinement, setting new standards for IoT beverage technology
Automated Testing Framework
Built comprehensive test automation using Python and MATLAB, reducing manual testing time by 50% and improving data reliability
Design for Manufacturing
Optimized mechanical designs for scalable production, balancing performance requirements with manufacturing constraints
On-Time Product Launch
Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launch, meeting all critical milestones
Interested in My Work?
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