Lanny Lan

Senior Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience delivering end-to-end engineering solutions in precision machining and production environments. Recently relocated to New Zealand and available for immediate start. Strong background in project delivery, manufacturing optimisation, DFM/DFA, and solving complex shop-floor problems.

Experienced in working closely with cross-functional teams (design, machining, QC, assembly) to deliver practical, production-ready solutions that improve efficiency, quality and delivery performance.

CNC Training & CAD/CAM Project Experience at CNC Training and Consultancy Ltd (2026-03 – 2026-04)

• Undertook structured industry training in CNC machining, programming, and production workflow, with strong focus on practical machining centre operation and manufacturing best practices in New Zealand workshop environments.
• Programmed CNC machining operations using manual G-code logic and CAD/CAM machining principles, including milling, drilling, and multi-step machining sequences.
• Participated in the design and development of jigs, fixtures, and production support tooling using SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor.
• Supported fixture and tooling design improvements to enhance machining stability, repeatability, and setup efficiency.
• Collaborated between design intent and machining execution by aligning CAD models, engineering drawings, and real machine constraints.
• Built strong practical capability in translating engineering design into shop-floor production solutions.

Senior Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineer at Guangzhou Henghui Precision Manufacturing & Engineering Co., Ltd. (2011-01 – 2026-01)

Concluded long-term role to relocate to New Zealand.

• Delivered engineering support across 500+ CNC machining, tooling and production projects.
• Led process improvement initiatives reducing defects by 28% and improving throughput by 22%.
• Diagnosed and resolved production instability issues including tolerance drift and tool wear.
• Coordinated suppliers and supported capital equipment upgrades and layout improvements.
• Supported structured NPI transitions from design release to production validation.

Mechanical Engineer at Franke Kitchen Systems Co., Ltd. (2006-01 – 2011-12)

Designed mechanical structures and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor. Prepared 3D models and detailed 2D drawings for prototypes and mass production. Conducted feasibility assessments and DFM reviews for stainless steel components. Delivered engineering PPTs and technical presentations to corporate clients. Supported prototype testing, troubleshooting, and production improvements.

• Delivered 100+ mechanical designs for commercial kitchen equipment, covering stainless-steel assemblies, thermal systems, and structural mechanisms.
• Reduced prototype iteration cycle by 35% by standardising drawing templates and tolerances, improving communication with tooling suppliers.
• Strengthened global team collaboration through US engineering placement.
• Completed a one-year engineering placement in the United States, working in an English-speaking engineering environment and supporting equipment commissioning, process setup and production improvement initiatives.

Product Engineer at Guangdong Shine Electric Appliances Co., Ltd. (2004-01 – 2006-12)

Developed new electric appliance products from concept to production. Produced 3D models and 2D drawings using AutoCAD and Creo. Worked with production teams to optimize structures for manufacturability.

• Developed 50+ heater/fan models that entered long-term mass production, improving product reliability and manufacturability.
• Improved assembly efficiency by 20% through redesign of mechanical interfaces and reduction of fastener count.

Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Tooling & Manufacturing) at Foshan Boguang Plastic Products Co., Ltd. (2003-01 – 2004-12)

Gained hands-on experience across the full plastic injection mould manufacturing process, from design to production.

• Produced product drawings and mould designs using CAD (2D & 3D)
• Operated conventional machines including milling and turning to manufacture mould components
• Programmed and operated CNC machining centres using Mastercam
• Worked directly in injection moulding workshops, setting up and running moulding processes
• Identified and troubleshot common injection defects (e.g. warping, shrinkage, surface issues)
• Developed strong practical understanding of DFM, tooling, and production workflows
• Bridged theoretical engineering knowledge with real-world manufacturing through daily hands-on work

Bachelor in Polymer Materials & Engineering – Guangdong University of Technology