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Wu, Jung Wai (Edmund)
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Chief Technology Officer |
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Mr. Wu, Jung-Wai (“Mr. Wu”) assumed the role of Chief Technology Officer at Cape EMS Berhad on 3 May 2023, and is responsible for enhancing product quality and performance through meticulous customer and internal product design reviews. He also oversees the Research and Development (R&D) and Engineering teams within the organisation. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tamkang University and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University. |
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He started his career as an Engineer at Control Data Corporation in 1988 and joined China Electronics Corporation (CEC) in 1989 till 2001 where he held various roles within the organization, including Engineer, QA Manager, Engineering Manager, Director of Sales and Engineering, and Vice General Manager. |
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He then served as a Senior Director/VP at JDS Uniphase Corporation from 2001 to 2004, contributing to the establishment and oversight of Active Devices operations. From 2004 to 2007, he was Chief Operating Officer at Global Lighting Technologies, where he managed high-performance Micro-Lens LCD modules for renowned clients like Apple and Honeywell. |
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In 2007 to 2014, he co-founded and managed Appotronics Corp. in Shenzhen, China, which specialize in Semiconductor Light Source technology for projectors and stage lamps. His leadership resulted in over 200 patents and a client base spanning USA, Europe, China, and Korea. The company’s success was underscored by the prestigious Champion Award at the 2010 China Entrepreneurship Competition and its subsequent public offering in Shenzhen. |
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Mr. Wu served as the Executive Director of Atron PTE LTD in Singapore from 2014 to 2016, focusing on developing medical modules. He executed a comprehensive overhaul of the business, improving engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, and supply chain systems. He also introduced fresh talent to strengthen the company’s capabilities. |
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From 2017 to 2022, he transitioned to academia, serving as a professor at Tamkang University in Taiwan. During this time, he also contributed his expertise as a lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Management at Fu-Jen University. |
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In 2020, he co-founded Sounds Great Co. Ltd., a startup that revolutionized semiconductor speakers with innovative Motion Chip technology. His breakthrough allowed speakers to be significantly reduced in size, maintaining exceptional sound quality. As a major IP inventor with over 50 company patents, he led the company’s R&D and operational functions. |
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He is also a published author and actively participates in various industry associations. He is widely recognised as an Outstanding Alumni of Tamkang University. |
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