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Marion, Ohio, Us

New Hudson, Mi, Us

Senior Mechanical Engineer for EV programs. Provide engineering and project management services to Martin customers. Led body design and fabrication for customer proof of concept EV work vehicles, including 2 show vehicles for the 2023 NTEA show,

Attendorn, North Rhine Westphalia, De

Responsible for design, development, testing and launch of stabilizer bars and coil springs from RFQ through post launch support using Mubea's gate review process. Products launched include front stabilizer bars for Toyota Highlander, front and rear stabilizer bars Nissan QX50 and Acura TLX, Toyota TRD coil springs for the C-HR, and various Nissan springs. Support launch and engineering activities at facilities in Kentucky and Guanajuato, Mexico. Create key documents including the DFMEA, DVP&R, 2D and 3D CAD in CATIA or Solidworks, FEA, and additional customer specific documents.

Troy, Michigan, Us

Work with automotive OEM customers to design and develop stabilizer bars and coil springs for multiple platforms, starting with initial prototypes and following through with the entire development process. Responsible for all engineering functions, including initial design and FEA analysis (ANSYS), development of the DFMEA and DVP&R, DV and PV testing, CAD drawings and 3D models, failure analysis (when required), tooling kick-off, and launch/PPAP support during initial off-tool production. Launched the first two cross forged tubular stabilizer bars in N. America on 2016 Lexus RX and Jeep programs. Implemented VA designs for 2015 Highlander and developed/released minor model change coils and stabilizer bars on several additional models. As part of FEA team developed improved models for variable wall tubing, hot forming, and rubber bushings. Worked with plant to double fatigue life for tubular stabilizer bars.

Cypress, California, Us

Work with internal R&D to ensure new products are delivered in accordance with OEM specifications and schedules. Develop and maintain timing and development schedules. Negotiate test plans with the customer (Ford) and present test results.

Lisle, Il, Us

Lead a team of 2 engineers to design, develop, and/or source all special tools and diagnostic equipment for the maintenance and repair of MRAP and other Navistar Defense vehicles.

Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, Jp

Responsible for establishing propshaft (driveshaft) design and test capabilities in the US. Purchased more than $1.2M in test equipment. Work with Honda R&D in the US and Showa Japan R&D to manage current development programs and deal with all engineering issues discovered during prototype testing. Work with Honda to develop future models and explore the feasibility of new technologies.

Deployed to Kuwait as Battle Captain for 1-148 IN, 37th IBCT. In charge of the battalion headquarters (dayshift) for a 600 man battalion. Responsible for preparing daily briefings and receiving all orders and messages. When issues arise, separate issues that require the attention of the commander or senior staff and deal with routine issues on my own authority based on previous guidance.

Maumee, Ohio, Us

Responsible for the design, development, prototypes, testing, quality and warranty of drive shafts. Worked extensively with customers, suppliers, manufacturing plants, and the testing and prototype groups to ensure timely product launch. Successfully lead drive shaft development for the Mazda/Ford J97M/U (Ford Ranger for the international market) from initial RFQ to launch. Also lead programs with Hino (Y137), ZF, and Isuzu and supported the Toyota Tundra/Sequoia program. Frequently traveled on short notice to customers and suppliers in the US and Asia, with extended stays at Mazda's HQ in Hiroshima for key events.

Responded to customer requests for technical assistance, managed machine inspection program, and developed structural repair procedures. Identified failure trends and worked closely with Hitachi Japan to determine root cause and implement countermeasures. Conducted failure analysis and judged warranty claims (>$50,000/month). Created software for warranty parts recall and analysis, preventive maintenance and repair contracts, training management, and others.

Worked with Dealers and field personnel to identify and correct failure trends. Worked with the head office in Tokyo to develop and implement product improvements. Assigned to the Komatsu, Ltd. head office in Japan for 6 months as a liaison and for familiarization with the personnel and procedures at the head office and in the factories. Developed procedures to analyze electronic warranty data for early signs of design flaws. Created databases for flat rate service work, preventive maintenance, and to monitor dealer service performance and market share.

M.S., Engineering Management

Bs, Engineering Physics