Wes Yan

Hands-on by Design

I'm a build-first engineer who thrives on rapid ideation and hands-on problem solving, using physical prototypes as a way to think, test, and align teams early in the design process. With a background in mechanical engineering and a concentration in technology and business innovation, I'm comfortable balancing technical feasibility with user needs, market constraints, and long-term product viability.

I've led and contributed to multidisciplinary teams on projects ranging from wearable sensor systems and medical devices to sustainable battery recycling prototypes, often serving as the link between concept development and technical execution. Whether I'm in the lab, the shop, or a design review, I value collaboration, clear communication, and fast iteration which enables early ideas to be transformed into functional systems that teams can build on and scale.