Edward Lai

Edward (Xingjian) Lai is a seasoned professional currently serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Accenture, specializing in industrial AI and machine learning. Edward holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, which complements their extensive experience in data science, having previously worked as a Data Scientist and Senior Data Scientist at umlaut company. Edward's background includes internships at Cummins Inc. and MEGA-PHASE, where they contributed to tooling management and automation engineering, respectively. They also served as a Graduate Student Instructor and Research Assistant at the University of Michigan, focusing on smart manufacturing and factory operations.