Melanie Tse

Ergonomic assessments for train cab and saloon design, evaluating layout, reach, visibility, comfort for both drivers and passengers using CATIA and Human Builder. Human Factors Integration Plan and bid submissions Requirements and Safety Management, mitigating risks and entrapments by design.

Ergonomics Design Engineer - Alstom Transport - Derby, UK

(2023-01)

• Ergonomic assessments for train cab and saloon design, evaluating layout, reach, visibility, comfort for both drivers and passengers using CATIA and Human Builder.
• Human Factors Integration Plan and bid submissions
• Requirements and Safety Management, mitigating risks and entrapments by design.
• Cab controls and indicators supporting design and human factors assessments
• Research and development project on driver vigilance detection technologies, exploring biometric monitoring, fatigue detection, and AI-based alertness systems.
• Colours, Materials and Finishes (CMF) study for neurodiversity impact on interiors design.
• Human error and reliability assessments, 3D CATIA/RULA analysis to assess design noncompliances using digital human modelling and human error and workload
• Mock-up development, including full reports of cab and passenger area ergonomic assessments, with physical prototypes and supporting design validation.
• HMI design, glare and visibility assessments, ensuring interface usability and safety through simulation and standards-based evaluation.
• User trials and inclusive design testing, engaging diverse participants to validate accessibility, usability, and comfort across cab and saloon environments.

Mechanical Design Engineer - Interiors - Alstom Transport - Derby, UK

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

• HS2 Engineering Team – Leading vestibule and partitions design, with integrated HVAC systems and a focus on thermodynamic comfort across high-speed rail environments.
• Guiding teams through the Concept Design Phase, overseeing requirements definition and supplier coordination to ensure alignment with project goals and technical standards.
• Change Engineer for design modification solutions, specialising in ceilings and partitions for commuter platforms, with proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, and AutoCAD.

Manufacturing Engineer - Alstom Transport - Derby, UK

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Full implementation of Visual Factory and paperless manufacturing documentation across project production lines, including training of all production line staff.
• Developed Electronic P8s tool for digital Quality snagging processes.

Question Writer and Reviewer - World Mathematics Championships (WMC) Eunoia Ventures - Singapore

(2020-01)

Write and review questions for competition rounds, aimed at middle school and high school students across Asia, Europe and South America

Subject Tutor and Personal Statement support - World Mathematics Championships (WMC) Eunoia Ventures - Singapore

(2020-01)

Competition Mentor and Adjudicator - World Mathematics Championships (WMC) Eunoia Ventures - Singapore

(2020-01)

Mentor and adjudicator for competition rounds, for Senior WMC Finals in London (2024-2026) and Junior WMC Finals in Melbourne (2024-2026)

Masters of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Imperial College London