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Develop and deliver high quality calibrations and Controls Systems for Electronically Regulated Fuel Systems and Aero Shutters. Manage 10 Product Programs (2-7 Models each) with 4 Model Years simultaneously. Develop Calibrations using Calibration development tools of INCA, XETC, CDM, CRETA, MDA, MatLab, and Fully Instrumented Vehicles while running Calibration Procedures, which include collecting and analyzing data, then testing the cals in-vehicle while driving. Created, Ran, Refined Test procedures for developing calibrations. Led Root Cause Analysis of Fuel Related problems in calibration development, fleet, and customer vehicles. Performed Diagnostic Operational Evaluations on Fuel System and Aero Shutters using Serial Data Link and NeoVI.

Project Management-Lead ADV (Analysis/Development/Validation) Plan for Side Closures for three new vehicles. Led problem solving process to diagnose and validate window regulator function and test equipment interfaces. Provide technical leadership across platform groups. Lead test hardware reduction process for partitions by working effectively with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams. Execute Validation sign-off Process. Take appropriate action on issues, lead recovery plan efforts as necessary. Develop and maintain partition ADV Plan/Schedule. Design for Six Sigma Training and Projects. Facilitate/Participate in DFMEA Product Design Events. Deliver On-time Results for all Projects and Test Properties. Ensure adherence to MVSS (Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) by performing testing and providing documentation.This position involves effective use of many of my natural and developed skills including: Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, Partnering with senior management to analyze and solve issues,Multitasking by handling diverse assignments concurrently,Strong knowledge of engineering methodology,Strong written and oral communication skills necessary for meetings and presentations.

Implemented Lean Principles. Launched new manufacturing lines for producing Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) service parts for the Ford, Volkswagen, and GM vehicles. As the liaison for supplier launch and quality improvement actions, led team of design and manufacturing engineers in successfully resolving issues that caused 8% scrap rates at the assembly plant (Reduced to 0% within 3 days). Launched formal Quality Systems - ISO 9001/QS9000, including internal auditing and procedure writing. Conducted Kaizen events, for continuous improvement of individual EGR Valve Production Cells. Created the Bill of Materials and Process Flow diagrams for the build sequences. Investigated and corrected EGR Valve Vibration test failures.

Led team of programming engineers to establish system functional control codes for the Cadillac, Buick, and Oldsmobile vehicles. Generated testing methods to detect failure modes in the OnStar system prior to launch. Executed processes to diagnose root causes and incorporate and validate corrective actions. Trained teams of new engineers to replicate validation procedures, perform root cause analysis of failures, and sustain the application of OnStar systems to other vehicle lines. Team Member in successful launch of flagship OnStar product line using quality verification techniques

Identified product problems with vehicle electrical systems and incorporated resolution actions through communication with the dealership technicians and field service engineers and aggressive diagnosis procedures and wiring schematic logic. Utilized On-Board Diagnosis Data to analyze failure modes remotely. Established standard operating procedures and videos to train dealership technicians and customer service representatives. Stratified and prioritized design revisions to permanently correct the issues. Wrote technical service bulletins (TSB) to ensure consistent understanding of the issues and implementation of resolution actions. Provided on-site support for dealerships to assist with vehicle diagnostics and repairs. Successfully achieved product quality improvements by conducting dealership forums: gathered feedback on product quality and implemented continuous improvement strategies.

Wrote Service Information Manuals (SIM), Technical Service Bulletins (TSB), and Owner’s Manuals with respect to the entire Entertainment, Brake Controls, and Cruise Controls Systems. Identified product issues related to these systems (and interfaces to other systems) through analysis of Customer Satisfaction and Vehicle Repair data and Hands-On Problem Identification and Observation, which assisted in improving Cadillac Motor Car Division Customer Satisfaction Ratings by 20% in a single year. Stratified and prioritized this data and proposed corrective actions to permanently solve and eliminate product failure modes. As liaison between Cadillac Design Engineering and the Automobile Dealerships, led teams of engineers, auto dealership owners, and auto dealership repair technicians to successfully eliminate current and potential vehicle failure modes and customer satisfaction issues.

For future vehicle electrical systems: Led systems engineering in brainstorming product development ideas, produced Cost Estimates for these new ideas, including designing or redesigning entertainment system displays, new audio systems, keyless entry, personalization, active cruise control, video monitoring – safety and entertainment – “deer monitoring, perimeter monitoring, cell phone communications, crash detection, and rear view video”. Developed and analyzed Cost Estimates on advanced product development by identifying areas for future market impact by consulting customers, other systems engineers, suppliers and automotive manufacturing engineers. Produced quotes with multiple alternatives to optimize the balance of product demands, tooling and piece costs, product weight and manufacturing needs. Communicated and supported Systems Engineering and Project Teams, informing and updating them regularly.

Implemented Lean Processes. Optimized and Eliminated a Electrical Testing Station, which improved assembly processing efficiency by 10 minute per vehicle! Saved the assembly process floor over 20,000 square feet, and $2,000,000 in tooling and maintenance costs. Wrote technical thesis documenting these findings. Improved product quality by root cause analysis procedures on product electrical faults and executed product improvement recommendations. Read Electrical wiring schematics of vehicle electronics and manufacturing test equipment to diagnose failure modes and recommended corrective actions. Performed PLC Programming. Wrote code to collect and analyze paint module color data for color monitoring on each vehicle produced, improving equipment reliability.