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Professional SummaryWith extensive cross-functional expertise, I bring a well-rounded perspective to addressing complex business challenges through engineering-driven problem-solving. I specialize in component-level troubleshooting and design, ensuring quality and innovation while delivering cost-effective solutions. My strong relationships with customers and vendors, coupled with deep knowledge of product design, sustainability, and manufacturing processes, enable me to meet stringent timelines and enhance profitability.I am a dedicated professional skilled in coordinating quality improvement projects for OEM automotive clients, with proven experience in project calculation, planning, and execution of action plans. My leadership in project meetings and team management ensures compliance with approved automotive parts for assembly and retrofitting.Proficient in robotics, laser integration, plastic welding, instrument panels, airbag systems, and acoustics, I excel in optimizing production and reducing complexity through methodologies like DFMEA, SCAFF, and BOM management. I maintain a meticulous approach to quality and design verification, conducting design reviews and mock-ups while driving dynamic improvements across engineering, manufacturing, ergonomics, change control, and benchmarking. My expertise spans both pre-launch and post-launch design and integration, procurement, cost estimation, quoting, and comprehensive project planning.Professional ExperiencePrincipal Engineer - Advance Engineering GroupOctober 2022 - August 2024 International Automotive Components, IACNA Troy MISuccessfully led global design and process adaptation initiatives across Europe, China, and India, ensuring compliance with diverse regulatory and safety standards, which enhanced product reliability and market readiness.Served as the global point of contact for airbag systems and laser machinery at IACNA, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among international teams, which streamlined project execution and innovation.Played a key role in validation and testing of passenger-side airbags, demonstrating effective performance and safety under various conditions, contributing to increased consumer trust and safety ratings.Spearheaded engineering efforts for precise laser weakening and development of reliable airbag tear lines, resulting in improved safety features and deployment efficiency, significantly enhancing overall product performance.Functioned as the welding process engineer for the Passenger Airbag (PAB) chute, ensuring optimal airbag deployment through critical component design, which contributed to enhanced product functionality and safety.Product Applications Engineer - Pre FC3 Architecture EngineerJuly 2016 - September 2022 Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MIAchieved cost optimization for components such as Hard Trim, Frunk, and Registers, successfully establishing competitive pricing by the start of production for MY25, resulting in significant savings and enhanced profitability.Validated and set performance targets for future electric and gas vehicles, including SUV and Truck models, utilizing competitive benchmarking and quality data to improve customer satisfaction and market positioning.Led the development of interior and occupant packaging targets, ensuring optimal mechanical packaging for the overall vehicle design, which enhanced functionality and user experience.Conducted feasibility studies for Instrument Panel (IP) systems, evaluating key components like ducts, Electronic Brake Actuation (EBA), and Passenger Airbag Modules (PAMB) to ensure system integrity and efficiency.Delivered innovative solutions focused on advancing mobility, particularly addressing the transition to electric vehicles, which positioned the organization at the forefront of industry trends.Product Engineer - Ford Business UnitNovember 2007 - July 2016 International Automotive Components, IACNA Southfield MISuccessfully led the design and development of the MY2015 Ford Edge, overseeing critical components such as the Instrument Panel (I/P), Foam and Trim, Structural Duct, Radio Cage, and Passenger Airbag (PAB) Chute, ensuring seamless integration for both left-hand drive (LHD) and right-hand drive (RHD) models.Managed Ford-directed Component Based Released (CBR) components, providing strategic support for the CD4 global platforms, which streamlined production processes and enhanced component reliability.Coordinated the design feasibility phase for the MY13 CD4 platform, focusing on key components including the I/P, glove box, Structural Duct, Radio Cage, and Airbag, which laid the groundwork for successful project execution.Led the design assembly phase for the MY13 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Instrument Panel, collaborating effectively with secondary tooling engineering & suppliers to achieve cost-effective, high-quality production through various welding & manufacturing techniques.Managed critical documentation and processes including WERS/parts, IAC Bill of Materials (BOMs), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for the CD3/CD4 platforms, ensuring thorough oversight and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.Program Engineer Instrument Panel, Carpet & Acoustics - Ford Business Unit (FBU)October 2001- November 2007 Collins & Aikman Southfield, MILed the design phase for the 2010 MKZ Instrument Panel refresh, successfully enhancing compatibility for components like air ducts, register bezels, and chrome elements, resulting in improved assembly ease, installation efficiency, ergonomics, and durability.Coordinated with Ford and Tier II suppliers to effectively manage design delivery timelines, issue tracking, and competitive benchmarking, ensuring the maintenance of the Bill of Materials and timely project progress.Developed a comprehensive financial matrix for tracking piece costs and investments, facilitating budget management and resource allocation for the project.Created master cross-sections and 3D CAD models, enabling precise visualization and planning of design elements to enhance overall project execution.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish high standards for fit and finish, engaging daily with Tier II suppliers to support component delivery and ensure quality standards were met.Defined design specifications and best practices, including rapid prototyping, to streamline the design process and improve efficiency.Developed and executed Design Verification Test Plans, managing part change control processes to ensure all components met rigorous quality and performance standards.Designed and released various components for the 2006 Lincoln Zephyrs instrument panel, including wood appliques and register bezels, aligning the design process with Fords system requirements from initial tooling to vehicle launch.Collaborated with engineering and design teams on multiple models, including the Explorer Sport and Ranger, participating in open issue meetings to resolve design challenges.Managed all interior mastics, sound insulators, and floor carpets, ensuring seamless integration with seat trim and addressing any assembly or quality issues during customer plant builds.Product Engineer / Instrument Panels & Consoles - Supplier Quality Engineer Incoming QualityDecember 1997 - September 2001 Visteon Corporation Saline MIOptimized truck production lines to effectively address supplier quality issues, implementing actions such as sorting and managing rejects, which ensured timely resolution for both new and current truck models and enhanced overall production quality.Played a key role in Visteon's success in securing the 2003 Taurus cockpit/console business by actively participating in a competitive design initiative, contributing to the companys market position.Oversaw cross-functional teams, including Program Management, Craftsmanship, Innovation, and Interior Design, maintaining the development of the interior console and successfully integrating airbag and glove box designs for improved safety and functionality.Led the team for the C170 Focus launch at Wayne Assembly Plant, addressing potential customer concerns and ensuring effective launch coverage, which facilitated a smooth market introduction.Supported design improvements and manufacturing processes, addressing assembly and warranty resolutions while contributing to material cost reduction initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency.Manufacturing / Simultaneous Engineer & Advanced Components & Subsystem IntegrationOctober 1995 - November 1997 Ford Motor Company Dearborn MIEvaluated the feasibility of new product designs for manufacturing, providing early insights that guided the design and development process from initiation to launch, ensuring alignment with production capabilities.Led the development of advanced automated assembly and prototype equipment for electronic components and subsystems, significantly enhancing efficiency and accuracy in production.Assessed automated manufacturing processes to support new technology projects, driving innovation and streamlining operations across various product lines.Coordinated development efforts in critical areas such as machine vision, robotics, and programming, as well as machine tooling and specialized automated systems, ensuring robust mechanical design and efficient machining practices.Manufacturing Engineer, - Facilities and Tooling EngineerMarch 1989 - October 1995 Ford Saline Plant, Plastic Trim Product Division Saline MIProvided comprehensive technical support for cross-car line manufacturing, effectively addressing and troubleshooting production support and maintenance tooling issues to enhance operational efficiency.Coordinated productivity improvements by implementing benchmarking practices, specifying machinery requirements, overseeing installations, and maintaining strong vendor relationships, resulting in streamlined operations.Managed budgets for new product car lines, facilitating the integration of ergonomic solutions and advanced tools, including pneumatic and electrical torque monitoring nut runners, to improve assembly processes.Collaborated with plant engineering, management, and external personnel to successfully implement new equipment and processes, driving innovation and enhancing production capabilities.Contributed to quality maintenance for instrument panels and Ford Total Preventative Maintenance (FTPM), while developing new processing methods that optimized product designs and production quality.Improved ergonomics and supported model launches, diligently tracking quality metrics and collaborating with engineers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure successful project execution.Co-led resistance welding engineering efforts, overseeing the retooling and relocation of three welding machines, which ensured timely launches for the Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis.Served as Line Supervisor, forecasting maintenance needs and troubleshooting issues while consistently meeting production quotas for instrumentation panel lines.EducationMaster of Science in AdministrationCentral Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant MIBachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringWayne State University, Detroit MI - Major: Electrical EngineeringAssociate of Electrical Electronics Engineering TechnologyHenry Ford Community College, Dearborn MIPaul MardeuszAddress: Livonia MIPhone: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEmail: EMAIL AVAILABLE