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Vincent Tan Kok Ann

Vincent Tan Kok Ann

Test Support Senior Engineer
Singapore

Summary

Developed technical and leadership skills in fast-paced engineering environments, seeking to transition into new field. Strong background in problem-solving and project management, with experience in cross-functional team collaboration. Eager to apply transferrable skills to drive success in new role.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Test Support Senior Engineer

AMS-Osram
01.2017 - 12.2023
  • Being the first batch of enginner hire, was posted to Austria to acquire the necessary skillset for the start-up of the production lines in Singapore
  • Coordinate and facilitate the establishment of new manufacturing wafer sort cleanroom
  • Involve in coordination of hook up and facilities planning for new wafer sort facilities
  • Take charge of the probecard team to maintain good working probecards during testing
  • Coordinate and align with other test engineers to improve the wafer yield
  • Well-versed in using PRVX 4 for probecard testing/troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Take charge of cost reduction project for production line
  • Liaise with vendors on new probecard design

Customer Service Support Engineer

Synergie Cad
11.2014 - 10.2017
  • Support local vendor on probecard related issues during setup
  • Trouble-shoot and repair faulty PCB circuitry of the probecard

Customer Service Support Engineer

FormFactor Inc
01.2011 - 12.2014
  • Due to having extensive knowledge on FFI probe cards, was being transferred to the position of Customer Service Support Engineer
  • Knowledge Gain: Able to troubleshoot different type of issues face by FFI probe cards
  • Example: like open/ short issue, pin alignment issue, deep probe mark issue...etc
  • Inter-posers repair and replacement
  • Able to do planarity adjustment on any type of FFI probe cards
  • Learned how to use PRVX for testing on vertical probe cards
  • Acquired the skill to replace and rebuild vertical probe card
  • Able to do pin adjustment and simple repair on MicroProbe cards
  • For example VX-Rf, vertical pointed probe card, cantilever...etc
  • Roles: Alias with customer and ensure they have smooth running operation using FFI probe cards
  • Do repair work on FFI probe card sent back by customer
  • Prepare PowerPoint and conduct lessons to the customer on how to use and maintain FFI product
  • Conduct safety training to technician on how to safely handle a probe card
  • Help with the Sale Team to present FFI technology to new customer
  • Undertake projects on new FFI technology

Manufacturing Specialist

FormFactor Inc
01.2009 - 12.2010
  • Went to US Livermore for 4 months to train on FFI probe cards
  • This is to prepare us for setting up the production line in FFI Singapore upon our completion of training in US
  • Trained on how to repair probe pin when they are damage
  • (example: realignment and replacement)
  • Disassemble and assemble FFI probe cards
  • Inter-posers repair and replacement
  • Able to use low-mag and high-mag scope to perform IQC check on the probe pins

System Test Engineer

Electroglas Pte Ltd
02.2008 - 02.2009
  • Appointed to oversee the smooth transition of Singapore Production Plant to China (Shanghai Flextronic)
  • Manage and deal with suppliers and customer base in Shanghai
  • Liaise closely with sales and manufacturing department
  • Closely monitor monthly production targets
  • Have regular discussions and feedback to improve the process workflow
  • Conduct regular inspection of machinery
  • Ensure all safety procedures and measures are adhere to

System Test Technician

Electroglas Pte Ltd
11.2005 - 01.2008
  • Perform assembly, power up, set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of prober and PCBs
  • Example: Liner Scale adjustment
  • Adjust and fix tolerances or mechanical levels within required specifications in complex electro-mechanical assemblies
  • To take on all other duties as and when assigned
  • Knowledge in 300mm prober and package test handler
  • Able to build the whole EG6000 prober, and similar machine type

Education

Diploma - Diploma in Electronics, Communication And Computer

Ngee Ann Polytechnics
Singapore
04.2001 -

Skills

    Team leadership

    Management skills

    Problem-solving abilities

    Troubleshooting skills

Timeline

Test Support Senior Engineer

AMS-Osram
01.2017 - 12.2023

Customer Service Support Engineer

Synergie Cad
11.2014 - 10.2017

Customer Service Support Engineer

FormFactor Inc
01.2011 - 12.2014

Manufacturing Specialist

FormFactor Inc
01.2009 - 12.2010

System Test Engineer

Electroglas Pte Ltd
02.2008 - 02.2009

System Test Technician

Electroglas Pte Ltd
11.2005 - 01.2008

Diploma - Diploma in Electronics, Communication And Computer

Ngee Ann Polytechnics
04.2001 -
Vincent Tan Kok AnnTest Support Senior Engineer