Kaimai Shi
Long Island City
Summary
Mechanical Engineering M.S. candidate specializing in micro/nanoscale device R&D with hands-on experience in MEMS fabrication, optical sensing, and finite element simulation. Experienced in modeling and testing micro-mechanical and optoelectronic systems, integrating material characterization with system-level analysis. Skilled in optical measurement techniques, with a strong foundation in materials physics and device engineering. Seeking an R&D role in MEMS or photonic device development.
Offering solid foundation in research principles and keen interest in developing within research environment. Contributes strong analytical mindset and ability to quickly learn and apply new research techniques. Ready to use and develop data analysis and literature review skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted infrared absorption spectroscopy on custom-grown IR-active crystals under 3–5 T magnetic fields using FTIR; identified two phonon modes (~1100 cm⁻¹) governing optical response.
- Modeled absorption spectra via Lorentz oscillator fitting in Python and Igor, quantifying a 0.08 eV energy shift and 25 % absorption enhancement.
- Tools: FTIR, VESTA, Igor Pro, Python (SciPy), MATLAB
Research Intern
Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed a macaque behavior recognition system integrating computer vision and kinematic modeling, achieving 98% key-point tracking accuracy across 20+ subjects automating data collection processes and reducing manual labeling time by 40%.
- Collaborated on the design of optical imaging and illumination setups for motion capture, gaining experience in optical sensing, signal acquisition, and calibration applicable to automated mechanical and MEMS systems.
Education
M.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Concentration in Micro/Nanoscale Engineering
Columbia University
New York, USA01.2026
B.S. - Physics
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, USA12.2023
Skills
- Python
- LabVIEW (basic DAQ & signal visualization)
- VMD
- Igor
- VESTA
- SolidWorks
- Data analysis
- Microsoft office
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Project
Technical Support & Product Optimization Engineer, E-Wheel Freedom LLC CA, Performed finite element (FEA) modal and thermal simulations to optimize aluminum-alloy chassis stiffness (+22 %) and vibration damping (–15 %), validated by accelerometer testing., Collaborated with six suppliers on motor architecture and heat dissipation design, improving efficiency (+15 %) and lifespan (+20 %) through thermal-mechanical optimization., Developed sensor-fusion diagnostic algorithm correlating current, speed, and voltage drift to identify mechanical wear; integrated results into embedded firmware diagnostics., Tools: SolidWorks, LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB
Timeline
Research Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
01.2023 - 01.2024
Research Intern
Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences
12.2022 - 07.2023
B.S. - Physics
Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Concentration in Micro/Nanoscale Engineering
Columbia University