Ts. Muhammad Winal Zikril Zulkifli

Ts. Muhammad Winal Zikril Zulkifli

Manufacturing Engineer | R&D Specialist | Liaison Officer

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About Me

I am a versatile engineer and technologist based in Putrajaya, Malaysia, with a unique blend of skills spanning Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics, and Software Development. With a background in Human-Robot Interaction research and practical experience in R&D and industrial automation, I specialize in bridging the gap between mechanical design and intelligent software. Currently serving as a Liaison Officer for the Ministry of Higher Education, I also actively freelance in 3D design and AI integration.

Technical Proficiency

Design & CAD

  • SolidWorks & AutoCAD
  • Fusion 360
  • Blender & Unreal Engine 5
  • Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
  • 3D Printing & Prototyping

Machining & Hardware

  • PLC Programming
  • Arduino & Microcontrollers
  • Lathe & Milling Operations
  • Laser Cutting
  • Equipment Maintenance (Level 2 Certified)

Software Development

  • Python & C++
  • TensorFlow & Machine Learning
  • ROS (Robot Operating System)
  • Web Dev (WordPress, HTML)
  • VoiceFlow & LLM Integration

Professional Experience

Mar 2021 - Present

Liaison Officer (Pegawai Tadbir)

Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) | Putrajaya

Bridging communication between MTUN universities and the Ministry. [cite_start]Managing grant funds, ensuring regulatory compliance (MyGRANTS), and facilitating effective fund allocation. [cite: 382, 384]

Apr 2019 - Sept 2019

Software Engineer (R&D)

Endstruct Schematix

Developed and tested autonomous vehicles. Orchestrated coordination between software teams and mechanical analysis units. [cite_start]Worked on image processing for self-driving cars. [cite: 353, 508]

Sept 2015 - July 2016

Design Engineer (R&D)

PENSONIC Holding

Designed innovative home appliances (Interchangeable Fan, Personal Blender). [cite_start]Utilized business intelligence and patent analysis to harness emerging technologies. [cite: 360, 361, 499]

July 2009 - Sept 2011

Equipment Specialist

INTEL Technology

Operated and maintained ICOS T130 visual inspection machines. [cite_start]Level 2 Certified in pin rework machinery and Level 1 in bake-out equipment. [cite: 380]

Education

2017 - 2019

Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering

Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM)

Focus: Human-Robot Interaction. [cite_start]Created assessment tools and introduced animal-like robots ("PARO") for depression rehabilitation. [cite: 337, 339]

2011 - 2015

Bachelor of Manufacturing Engineering (Robotic & Automation)

Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM)

CGPA: 3.01. [cite_start]Engineered a sophisticated movement tracking system leveraging image processing. [cite: 340, 341]

2006 - 2009

Diploma in Industrial Electronic (Mechatronic)

German Malaysian Institute (GMI)

[cite_start]

Specialized in PLC, pneumatic systems, and drive technologies. [cite: 342, 343]

Featured Projects

PARO Robot

PARO Therapeutic Robot

Implemented a seal-like robot as an assistive device for post-stroke depression therapy using OpenCV-Python for mood recognition.

Python
OpenCV
Robotics
Best Paper Award ITOBA
Projectile System

Camera-Guided Weapon System

Designed a mobile platform with 2-DOF, integrating motion control with gyroscopic feedback and real-time image tracking.

Mechatronics
Wireless Control
Silver Medal (UTeM-EX)
3D Printed Arm Sling

3D Printed Arm Sling

A supportive arm sling leveraging 3D printing technology to improve comfort and functionality for injury recovery.

3D Printing
Medical Device
Gold Medal
Arc Robot

Arc Robot Sculpture

Sustainable art project creating robot sculptures from waste items, showcasing creativity and environmental awareness.

Sustainability
Art
1st Prize
AI Assistant

Custom AI Assistant

Integrated LLMs (ChatGPT/Claude) for specific user requirements on websites and WhatsApp.

AI
Web Dev
LLM
Switch Tester

Semi-Auto Switch Tester

Constructed a QC machine with touch screen interface and PLC programming to reduce error rates in switch testing.

PLC
Automation
Best GMI FYP

Selected Publications