Katherine H. Xue

Lead Product Design Engineer at Standard Motor Products

Katherine H. Xue has over 28 years of experience in mechanical engineering. Katherine H. started their career in 1992 as a Product Engineer at The Will-Burt Company, where they designed various environmental products, telescoping masts, lighting systems, and ventilation systems. Katherine H. then worked at Morse Controls as a Mechanical Engineer, designing and developing gear reducers, power steering systems, and controls. Katherine then joined Barry-Wehmiller Corp. as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where they focused on designing packaging automation systems and developing control software. Katherine H. later worked at IBM as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, designing sheet metal and plastic components for system packaging. Katherine then joined ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where they designed telescopic aerial devices and led projects. Katherine H. also worked at Xylem Inc. as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, developing measuring and communication devices for rugged environments. Currently, Katherine works at Standard Motor Products as a Lead Product Design Engineer, leading a team in developing valves and sensors for the automotive industry.

Katherine H. Xue holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University. Katherine H. obtained this degree in the field of Mechanical Engineering, although the specific start and end years of their education at the university are unknown.

In addition to their formal education, Katherine has obtained several certifications related to process improvement and project management. These certifications include becoming a Six Sigma Black Belt, completing courses on Lean Six Sigma projects management, Operational Excellence, and Project Management Foundations. Katherine H. has also acquired knowledge in statistics, root cause analysis, and the use of Minitab software. These certifications were obtained primarily through LinkedIn, with the most recent ones obtained in 2022 and 2023.

Furthermore, Katherine has completed a course on Sustainability Strategies in November 2022 and a course on Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in August 2021, highlighting their commitment to addressing environmental and social considerations in their work.

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  • Lead Product Design Engineer

    August, 2020 - present