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Cell Phone: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEE-mail: EMAIL AVAILABLESUMMARYAutomotive Engineering Professional with International Business Experience seeking a senior level program position in HVAC Automotive applications. Past assignments have spanned the major phases of product design, development and release to manufacturing. Personal strengths lie within the enjoyment of being a part of a diverse and multicultural work force striving for excellence in a global automotive market place.CORE EXPERTISEManagement of Product / Process Engineering Programs in the Automotive and Heavy Truck Industry Management Consulting Subject matter areas of expertise: Powertrain Design, Automatic Transmission Systems Remanufacturing HVAC, Integrated Product Development Processes, Vehicle Systems Integration, Team Manager, Resource Supervision.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEDetroit Heavy Truck Engineering, LLC 11/2014 PresentDirector of Applications Engineering PMOAlternative Fuel Systems (CNG/LNG/Methanol ) Technical Programs - China OEMDirect and control the activities of all LNG and Methanol Engineering Programs for Major OEM Customers in China Full Design & Engineering Technical Leadership responsibilities for Mine Hual Trucks and Locomotives running alternative fuels (Primarily LNG) activities leading to release and product launch of CNG / LNG Fuels Systems for OEM and Dealer Customers. Partner with other leaders in the organization to establish objectives and action plans for product delivery.Quantum and Agility Fuel Systems, Inc. Lake Forest, CA 9/2012 - 11/2014Senior Engineering Manager / Director of Engineering ApplicationsAlternative Fuel Systems (CNG/LNG) Product Program Management OEM IntegrationDirect responsibilities for ll Engineering Programs for Major OEM Customers US & Canada Manage a staff of 8 technical Project Engineers taking programs through the Design & Engineering activities leading to release and product launch of CNG / LNG Fuels Systems for OEM and Dealer Customers. Partner with other leaders in the organization to establish objectives and action plans for product delivery.Design & Engineering Program responsibilities for the truck industry covering a wide range of applications of CNG/LNG Systems for OEM and Tier 1 customers. Ensure budget, schedules and performance indicators meet company targets and customer objectives. Provide technical and strategic guidance to subordinate program managers to ensure achievement of goals and objectives. Develop and continuously improve methods, systems and technical processes in a complex and rapidly changing alternative fuels marketplace.Navistar, Inc. (IPD) Integrated Product Development Lisle, IL 10/2004 - 9/2012 Engineering - Senior Manager, Chief EngineerAlternative Fuel Sys Powertrains (LNG & CNG) Vehicle Engineering(United States Patent Number #7810466 B2 10/2010)Served as a central leader for design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and marketing as the product(s) move to production and distribution via the Navistar Product Development (NPD) process. Responsible for truck program thru its full lifecycle from initial concepts, thru development, and onto product launch. Validation Planning: Master Design Verification Plan.Leadership of, Design Engineering, Validation, Release and Launch of OE Customer Programs.Alternative Fuels - Base Engine Systems, Design and Validation focused on Functional Objectives for Quality, Cost & DeliveryDV & PV Test, DVP&R, DFMEA Development Plan & Execution Engine Calibration Development for HDDT Cycles to comply with EPA, NOM, EURO Standards Chassis & Dynamometer Cert Programs / engineering Leadership for Diesel Programs Functional Approval and Sign-Off of Engine Targets and Launch Readiness Subsystems Design Approval, Exhaust After-treatment Development (Durability and Thermal Cycling)Turbo Charging (Air Mgmt) and EGR Sys Dev. TCE Data Management and Powertrain / Vehicle Package Approval, SDRC-Ideas, VIS Mock-Up Design Management & Validation TestingFord Motor Company Livonia, Michigan 11/1998 10/2004Program Manager - Automatic TransmissionsProgram Management of Re-Manufacturing Programs for Ford Motorcraft Engines and Automatic Transmissions. Management of Product Engineers and Technicians engaged in Aftermarket Product Engineering / Program Launch Management with Tier-1 Reman Suppliers (ATC, WTI & AER), Design Change Releases, Quality Improvement Design Upgrades, Material Cost reduction target achievements, Program Launch Cost/Profitability Containment. Critical Timing & Issues Resolution., Supplier Relations and Continuous Improvement.Reman Program Involvement:AX4S/AX4N Livonia and Vandyke Transmission Plants (ATC) Gen. Assy and Main Controls Transfer.4R100/ 4R70W Sharonville and Livonia Transmission (ATC) Plants Gen Assy4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L Engine: Romeo, Windsor and Essex Engine Plants (AER) Modular V8 & V6 ProductsMAHLE USA Inc., GmbH . 6/1993 11/1998Senior Engineering Manager : Ford Engine Programs Power Conversion ComponentsEngineering Program Management Mahle Inc: Ford Motor Company NAO Programs Produced Globally.Engineering, Manufacturing, & Business Development Management responsibility with extended working assignments in Germany, England, Japan, Brazil, and Mexico with other short assignments to Korea, China (Hong Kong), Bombay (Mumbai), India for Business Development Opportunity Assessments.Responsibility for managing the activities of engineers and technicians, involved all aspects of engineering design, development, testing and analyses of the products to ensure the successful completion of series production launches.Power Conversion Engine Components (Piston, Pin, Rings, Rod, Bearings) Design-Applications Engineering, Purchasing Interface, Commercial Sales, Engine Plant Liaison, Total account responsibility from Proto-Type through Final Design Release, to JOB #1 Production Launch, to Aftermarket & Logistics Profit & Loss responsibility for the total Account Group.GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION Warren, MI 5/1979 6/1993Senior Experimental Engineer- Powertrain Control Center - Milford Proving GroundsControl Systems Development, Sensor & Actuator Requirements, Calibration Development, OBD-II Strategy & Planning, Vehicle Build & Vehicle Validation Testing. Project Management of OBD-II Compliance Planning, Warranty Reduction Programs., Electromechanical Components Development, Noise Vibration and Harshness for Powertrain/Body Systems and Base Engine Noise Reduction Program, Vehicle Fuel Systems and evaporative emissions/on-board vapor recovery projects. Responsible for the test and development of proposed product and component designs. Exercised a high level of independent judgment, experimental and analytical ability and innovation in carrying out demanding test assignments. Gave technical direction over a small group of engineers and technicians. Demonstrated a considerable amount of creativity and perception as a problem solver in the development of productsGeneral Motors Corporation APMES, Technical Center, WarrenSenior Project Engineer / Manufacturing Systems Engineering - Program ManagementElectric & Hybrid Vehicles Platform Program, - GM Advanced Engineering StaffProduction Systems Engineering Team for the GM Impact (EV-1) and the HX3 (Parallel Hybrid Concept Vehicle) Spent nearly three years on the Vehicle Development as a Manufacturing Program Manager specializing in the Manufacturing Systems Integration and Plant Conversion for new Powertrain Systems: 1991 International Auto Show (HX3 & Impact Concept Vehicles, Sun Racer),Advanced Engineering Staff, Technical Center, WarrenAdvanced Product Engineer - GM Technical Center AESEngine Combustion Systems Design & Emissions Microprocessor Control Systems Development, Vehicle Fuel Systems Development, Electronic Port Fuel Injection Systems Calibration, and Diagnostics via Engine Dynamometer Laboratory Studies, 2 Stroke Cycle Engine Performance Development. A wide variety of other base engine development experience. Received two large financial awards related to U.S. Patents granted for Two Stroke Engine Emission Control (United States Patent Number #4,932,371 of 8/1989 & 6/1990) involving Base Engine Component Development and Engine Performance Optimization for the General Motors Corporation.Pontiac Motor Division- Product Engineering GroupSr. Engineering Associate - GM - Pontiac Motor Division, Product Engineering.Experimental Engine Testing, Engine Build, Durability Test, Systems Validation (83-P Car), Dynamometer Laboratory Operations, Vehicle HVAC Design and Development (82-F Car) Build and Test. Environmental Testing, Cold Start Development & Hot Fuel Handling. Mechanical Systems Testing, Noise and vibration, noise reduction programs (Valve Train), Thermal Management, Automatic Transmission Cold Weather Development and Durability Improvements (THM-125 and THM-350)CHRYSLER Corporation 8/1976 5/1979Detroit Forge & Axle Division Detroit, MichiganElden Axle &, Plymouth Assy.Production OperationsForge, Foundry and Stamping Operations, Connecting Rods, Ring Gears, Forged Pinions, Axles & Steering Shafts. Production Manufacturing OperationsMillwright Apprenticeship Program - Machine Repair, Production of Hood Hinge Torsion Bars,Operations in Trim, Heat-Treat. Departments. Major Stamping Operations: Body Side Hood and Deck lid, Various Body Panel / sub-component stamping operations. Quick Die Change Technology Exposure.Formal Education & TrainingUniversity of Detroit-Mercy - Detroit, MichiganMBA - International Business, 1989Major: Multinational MarketingMinor: Macro Economics GPA: 3.20Lawrence Technological University - Southfield, Mich.BSIM Industrial Management - Manufacturing Engineering, 1987Major: Production Systems & Mechanical EngineeringMinor: Economic & Labor Relations GPA: 3.12Oakland Community College - Auburn Hills, MichiganAAS - Mechanical Engineering, 1983 Cum LaudeMajor: Automotive Engineering TechnologyMinor: Mathematics & Physics GPA: 3.35FOREIGN LANGUAGE TRAININGGerman I & II, III Basic Fluency Goethe InstituteSpanish I (Mexico) Basic FunctionalJapanese, Basic/Introductory, Mazda Japan - Assignment
Swedish I, Basic, High School Exchange Student Program
Lived in Uppsala & Avesta, Sweden for 1 YearProfessional Accomplishments & AwardsUnited States Patent(s) Number #4,932,371 of 8/1989 & 6/1990U.S. Patents granted for Two Stroke Engine Emission Control - General Motors CorporationUnited States Patent(s) Number #7,810,466, B2 of 3/2007 & 10/2010U.S. Patents granted for EGR / Turbo System Mount Structure Navistar-International Truck & Engine Co.Maximum Suggestions Awards - 1987 & 1989 - $10,000General Motors Corp. Advanced EngineeringSociety of Automotive Engineers Associate member, active in So. Cal. & DetroitSection Activities,1979-Present - 30 + Years of Distinguished ServiceSix Sigma - Certified Green Belt - Ford Motor Co. Sponsored trainingAutomotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)Member Volunteer Active committee member in the QS-9000, Quality Area. Currently working on Web-XML Schemas for e-APQP & PPAP 1999 - 2003. |
