Pilot Z Global Power R&D Program

After graduating, I chose to join Lite-On and participate in the Pilot Z Program.

During the training period, the curriculum was intensive and well-structured, covering topics from AI applications to data analysis. Through these courses, I gained a deeper understanding of how artificial intelligence can be integrated into manufacturing and R&D processes to enhance efficiency and quality. At the same time, Pilot Z places great emphasis not only on technical skills, but also on the development of soft skills. We received presentation skills training to learn how to communicate ideas clearly within a limited time; participated in Design Thinking courses to cultivate creative thinking and problem-solving abilities; and joined Agile workshops to strengthen cross-functional collaboration and project management skills. These competencies are equally critical in the workplace, enabling me to remain flexible and quickly identify solutions when facing complex challenges.

My favorite part of the program was the group projects. By applying design thinking methodologies, we started from user needs, analyzed pain points, and proposed improvement solutions, ultimately succeeding in optimizing internal company processes. This experience helped me truly appreciate the importance of teamwork and taught me how to build consensus among members from different professional backgrounds while integrating resources to achieve shared goals.

After completing the program, I officially transitioned into my role at work. From feeling unfamiliar at the beginning to now independently handling new requirements, development, and optimization tasks, this journey of growth has been deeply fulfilling. I firmly believe that Pilot Z is not only the starting point of my career, but also a comprehensive growth journey that equips me with both professional expertise and strong soft skills, laying a solid foundation for future challenges.

One year after completing my master’s degree in Engineering in Singapore, I was honored to be selected for Lite-On Technology’s inaugural “Pilot Z” AI Generation Management Associate Program. During the three months of intensive training, I challenged myself to give my absolute best, absorbing new skills, tools, and knowledge like a sponge. These learnings combined professional expertise, industry–academia practical experience, and immediately applicable capabilities that enhance real-world performance.

At the beginning of the program, we gained a comprehensive understanding of each business unit’s operations and visited factories, allowing us to quickly familiarize ourselves with company processes. We then completed a wide range of hard-skill courses, including AI theory and hands-on practice, Microsoft AI certifications, Google Cloud Skills Boost badges, NVIDIA simulation course certifications, as well as lectures covering engineering, quality, finance, and supply chain management. In parallel, soft-skill courses—such as presentation skills, communication, design thinking, agile methodologies, and reading groups—further strengthened our interpersonal abilities and critical thinking.

What left the deepest impression on me was the countless group discussions and collaborative projects. In addition to proposing AI application concepts related to our respective departments, we were required to integrate what we had learned and develop customized AI projects tailored to the needs of different business units. From problem identification to real-world implementation, every project was fully executed, truly embodying the principle of “learning by doing.” Throughout the development process, team members worked closely together, and even when challenges arose, we successfully delivered an intelligent search platform and customized AI assistants within the given timeline. These solutions laid a solid foundation for improving future work efficiency for more than 110 colleagues across domestic and international teams.

After completing the program, I experienced a significant improvement in both my professional capabilities and mindset. I now approach challenges with greater confidence and collaborate and communicate more effectively. After joining my department, the AI and project experience gained through Pilot Z enabled me to quickly support the deployment of department-specific AI agents—accelerating knowledge acquisition, enhancing team efficiency, and significantly shortening my own adaptation period.

I graduated from the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Graduate Institute of Mechanical Engineering at National Central University. During my graduate studies, I focused on semiconductor material processes, including etching and polishing technologies. After graduation, I worked as a real-time defect analysis engineer at a semiconductor company, accumulating two years of hands-on production line experience. This experience gave me a deep understanding of the importance of manufacturing processes, but it also prompted me to reflect on whether I could further develop my strengths in a more challenging field.

When Lite-On offered a career opportunity as an R&D engineer, I saw the possibility of transformation. In particular, the Pilot Z Program included AI-related courses, which was a major attraction for me. I did not just want to keep up with the AI trend—I wanted to become someone who can skillfully apply AI tools, ensuring that I am not left behind by the times, but instead able to drive change.

During the Pilot Z training, I took part in many hands-on AI courses, learning everything from fundamental concepts to practical applications. The learning process was both challenging and rewarding. In addition to individually pursuing professional certifications, we also completed multiple group projects. Through division of labor and collaboration, we were able to leverage each other’s strengths and compensate for weaknesses. My favorite part was the project execution process itself—it not only strengthened my connection with teammates, but also taught me how to collaborate efficiently. The sense of accomplishment when a project was completed was truly irreplaceable.

After completing the program, I clearly felt my own transformation. My presentation skills, communication abilities, and hands-on AI capabilities all improved significantly. More importantly, my mindset became far more proactive. After joining my team, I actively sought advice from senior colleagues, embraced challenges with confidence, and continuously explored ways to integrate AI into my daily work. For example, tasks such as organizing reliability testing requirements used to require extensive manual comparison. Now, I am able to develop my own AI agent—by simply inputting the product type, the system can automatically generate the required test items, greatly improving efficiency.