Simon (Haibao) Wu

Hi, I'm Simon (Haibao) Wu.

Mechanical engineer and innovator advancing clean combustion and alternative fuel technologies through DOE-funded research and development.

About

Simon is a mechanical engineer and researcher specializing in advanced combustion systems, alternative fuels, and engine control technologies. His work focuses on developing high-efficiency, ultra-low-emission powertrain solutions using fuels such as dimethyl ether (DME) and propane.

He has contributed to multiple U.S. Department of Energy–funded projects, authored peer-reviewed technical publications, and is an inventor on several patented fuel system technologies. His expertise spans fuel injection systems, combustion optimization, embedded controls, and the commercialization of next-generation clean energy technologies.

Areas of Expertise

  • Fuel system development for diesel, jet fuel, and alternative fuels (dimethyl ether & propane)
  • Embedded controls and data acquisition — engine ECUs and high-speed real-time feedback systems
  • Mechanical design, control electronics, unit testing, and system integration
  • Advanced manufacturing (CNC), prototyping, and performance validation

Experience

WM International Engineering LLC 2018–Present
Senior Engineer (2024–Present), Product Engineer (2020–2024) · Darien, IL

Development and integration of mechanical and electrical hardware, embedded software, control models, and user interfaces to meet application needs.

Illinois Institute of Technology — Advanced Engine Control Laboratory 2023–Present
Research Associate · Chicago, IL

Engine control strategy development for alternative fuels, controls and instrumentation integration, and engine testing and data analysis.

Education

Illinois Institute of Technology 2020
Master of Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering · Chicago, IL
University of California, Davis 2018
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Minor in Technology Management) · Davis, CA

Elsewhere

Based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Find me on LinkedIn · GitHub · email.

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