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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEEngineering LeaderPassion for improving quality, being data driven and having a Systems Engineering mindsetExperienced in delivering programs and leading people. Leader in developing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools with a Systems Engineering focus. Deployed Product Development tools, process and methods to a broad audience utilizing problem solving and communication skills. Adept in all phases of the Product Development lifecycle from cradle to grave.
CORE COMPETENCIES Failure Mode Avoidance Systems Engineering
Agile Methodologies Product Development
Product Verification Digital Thread/Digital Twin Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Design ValidationPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEAMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, Sterling Heights, MI 2023Senior Systems Engineer 2023Systems Engineer on XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle, focusing on requirement management and system modeling.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Dearborn, MI 1999-2023
Engineering Tools Lead 2019-2023Business lead for Requirements Management and Failure Mode Avoidance PD tools, as well as several other tools, including company Innovation tool (IdeaPlace), Ford Internal BOM tool and Teamcenter PLM for CAD and CATIA. Researched and developed Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning methods to assess tool robustness (ChatBot, data analysis). Managed up to 25 employees at a time including engineers, interns, communications and training specialists. Development - Partnered with IT to develop new Product Development PLM tool (focused on Requirements/Specifications Management, Design Verification and Failure Mode Avoidance). The tool was a consolidation of 7 individual tools. Leveraged Agile methodology to resolve all issues and deliver the program on time with no impact to engineering work. Led User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) development including a partnership with Purdue University UX Department that allowed engineers to complete engineering tasks more efficiently. Deployment - Led deployment of new tool to over 25,000 Ford employees working in PD, manufacturing, service, and finance. Recognized by PD upper management for outstanding support of new tool/process. Increased engineering efficiency by over 33%. Improved signoff and retention by leveraging custom workflows. Allowed for improved on-time delivery of program objectives for engineers and suppliers. Led development of training materials including single point lessons, videos, and reference materials. Authored communications in support of the rollout of the training and new tool. Conducted user surveys and incorporated feedback into the tool development. Partnered with Ford Quality Office to define and develop a new Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) process for Product Development (DFMEA, SCCAF) and Manufacturing (PFMEA, Control Plan). Utilized Connected Vehicle data, Quality History and Digital Thread/Digital Twin philosophies to improve engineer adherence to Failure Mode analysis to improve overall quality of Ford vehicles.Systems Engineering Supervisor 2015-2019Leader in developing and transforming Product Development to a System Engineering Process and Model Based (MBSE) toolset. Facilitated early versions of digital thread linking Functional and Regulatory Requirements (and Verification), Functional, Logical and Physical (R-F-L-P) representations of System decomposition up and down the Systems Engineering V to move the company away from the antiquated way of working in isolated silos. Architected paradigm shift from document-based process to an object-based process with a focus on efficiency, data traceability and reusability.Safety Investigations Engineer 2014 - 2015
Worked in Critical Concerns Review Group as technical liaison on safety investigations with detailed reporting, including developing and executing recalls. Coordinated many internal and external investigations into the safety of Ford vehicles. Gathered warranty, field and customer data, conducted phone interviews, developed test plans, executed testing and developed a thorough understanding of the issue and the potential impact on the safety of the vehicle. Led the development of the assessment on safety and supported the review process to determine if a safety-related defect or noncompliance existed, including drafting of an 8D. Led the identification of potentially impacted vehicles, relying on the data analysis and root cause determination. Led the cross-functional team, including key stakeholders from the product development teams, customer service division, and Office of General Counsel.Chassis Design and Release Engineer 2007 - 2014Control Arm, Fastened Joints, Bushing, and Ball Joint Design and Release engineer on several vehicle programs including first ever Independent Rear Suspension for Ford Mustang. Created and managed FMEA and DVP for suspension components and systems. Project management of 2D and 3D CAD, cost, weight, Bill of Materials, Statement of Work for suppliers and durability/ reliability targets of components, working with Purchasing, Marketing, Service, Finance, and Manufacturing. Led Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for Tier 1-3 suppliers supporting vehicle programs.Chassis Systems Integration Engineer 2003 - 2007Suspension / Chassis Systems Lead for multiple SUV/Body on Frame vehicles. Collaborated with Vehicle Engineering (NVH, Durability, Vehicle Dynamics) on defining Chassis System level targets to achieve vehicle level attributes. Defined system level targets, test plans and conducted analytical and physical test signoff according to program timing. Developed and cascaded component level targets and requirements to chassis component engineers.EDUCATIONMaster of Science (M.S.)Automotive Engineering, University of Michigan-DearbornDearborn, MI
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan-DearbornDearborn, MI
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Architecture and Systems Engineering Certification, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified Trained in CATIA CAD Modeling - Ford Internal MSC ADAMS Simulation Software Siemens Active Workspace |
