Jason Yao, P.E.
--linkedin.com/in/the-jason-yao
Experienced engineer and project manager eager to take on new cross-disciplinary challenges, equipped with new data
analytics and data science skills. Excited to apply cutting-edge tools to explore valuable insights and drive innovation.
EDUCATION
Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, GA
Master of Science, Analytics, In Progress
Coursework: Machine Learning, Simulation, Data Visualization, Regression Modeling,
High Dimensional Data Analytics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer
Vision, Natural Language Processing
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, New York, NY
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
PROJECTS
Optimizing Object Detection Models on GPU and CPU
Working with an autonomous vehicle startup, built and analyzed the performance
of object detection frameworks in PyTorch, TensorFlow C++, TensorFlow Python,
and TensorRT
Improved the performance speed of object detection model by 4x
Built a finetuning/training pipeline for custom data training on YOLOv7
Predicting Student Performance in Higher Education Institutions
Utilized Python to perform EDA and applied various machine learning algorithms
such as logistic regression, KNN, random forest, decision tree, and PCA
Achieved 93% precision and 91% accuracy, adjustable according to requirements
MLB Spin Rate Analysis
Implemented a novel cumulative sum change detection model that successfully
detected a change in spin rate among MLB pitchers in June 2021
Processed dataset with 100k+ entries
Created visualization demonstrating the CUSUM model using Dash
WORK EXPERIENCE
NYC Department of Environmental Protection, New York, NY
QA Project Manager - Assistant Mechanical Engineer, Sep 2018 – Present
Implemented and managed QA/QC programs for 20+ concurrent construction
projects up to $800 million
Directed 15+ inspectors worldwide per week overseeing production, construction
and tests in accordance with NYC Building Code, AWWA, ASME and ASTM codes
Communicated with stakeholders and vendors to address technical issues, ensure
on-time project delivery, and facilitate permitting and detailed planning
Advised a substitution of material using statistical analysis, resulting in 30 weeks
and $300k+ savings for an WWTP project
Applied Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline the material testing process,
resulting in 20% reduction in process time
Assisted in creating BIM and drawings for WWTP in Revit and AutoCAD
Maintained and organized the bureau-wide standards and codes library
SKILLS
Coding: Python, R, SQL,
Hadoop, Git, JavaScript,
Matlab, CSS, HTML
Machine Learning:
classification, clustering,
regression, gradient boosting,
computer vision, neural
network, deep learning,
TensorFlow, PyTorch
Data Visualization: Tableau,
PowerBI, MS Excel PivotTable,
Matplotlib, Seaborn, Dash,
D3.js, ggplot2
Data Ingestion and Scraping:
Pandas, NumPy, SQL, Scrapy,
playwright, dplyr, tidyverse
Simulation: Arena, SimPy
CAD/BIM/CAE/CFD: AutoCAD,
Solidworks, Revit, Ansys
Engineering: welding, quality
assurance, construction
management, codes and
standards (AWS, ASTM, ASME,
API, AWWA, NYC BC), 3D
printing, prototyping, fluid
dynamics, mechanics,
thermodynamics, control
systems, industrial design,
material science
Mandarin Chinese
CERTIFICATIONS
New York State Professional
Engineer (# pending)
Lean-Six Sigma - Green Belt
MENTORSHIP &
VOLUNTEER
FIRST Robotics - The Chapin
School Team 7668
DEP Professional Peer Mentor
