Led & managed Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) strategy development, process improvements & competency develop training in line with Strategic Priorities.Facilitated alignment on Global Next Gen Manufacturing Strategy & Technologies for Propulsion Systems.Documented Manuf. Factory of the Future, Workforce of the Future, Digital Engineering Transformation strategies (Manufacturing 4.0 / IIOT).Developed Asset Lifecycle Management Process to maximize asset reuse & minimize capital investment.Advanced the digital thread & expanded use of digital tools and methods (Manufacturing 4.0 / IIOT) for virtual validation & physical factory connectivity. Led Global Digital Engineering Governance of simulation & modeling procedures, tools and methods for representation, analysis and optimization of powertrain engineering systems, processes & equipment. Directed PTME business operations, quality operating systems, communications, & global website.Layout, Facilities & Infrastructure: Developed powertrain plant 2D/3D department layouts supporting all new model programs reflecting Production Systems, Material Flow Strategy, Part Storage, Pedestrian Safety & Ford Production System. Ran Facility & Infrastructure Engineering for the design, procurement & installation of infrastructure & construction / renovation of the manufacturing building.Process Re-Engineering and Standards: Defined and ensured implementation of standard engineering process tools and methods, Led Manufacturing ISO Audits (internal/external) / compliance demonstration. Developed, maintained, and continuously improved manufacturing processes, tools and methods based on lessons learned and industry best practices (Bill of Processes, Manufacturing Engineering Standards, Ford Automotive Procedures, etc.).People Strategies and Training: Led Global PTME Training for core competency growth of manufacturing talent. Defined Learning Maps and Next Gen organizational competency needs.

Generated & delivered electric vehicle & battery strategies & feasibility studies supporting business objectives. - Led & managed strategy development & feasibility studies in support of Electrification.- Integrated Electrification Product Programs into 2011 & 2012 Global Product Cycle Plan based on approved electrification strategy: Established electrification strategy for commercial vehicles.- Created product plans for high voltage battery including make/buy studies & long-term global footprint.- Developed product plans for global CD-size hybrid electric & plug-in electric vehicles.- Delivered up-fitter solution for first Ford Badged electrified product; Led negotiations with Azure Dynamics on Transit Connect Electric; Delivered business case & customer pricing improvements to achieve objectives.Orchestrated business negotiations & partnership agreements for the Americas, Europe & Asia Pacific Regions. - Developed region-wide strategies & plans in support of Asia Pacific & Africa business development, including capacity investments, strategic partnerships, functional strategies, segment strategies, market strategies & resource allocation & deployment.- Directed Commercial Vehicle Studies in support Asia Pacific Growth; Identified Whitespace opportunities through Portfolio Strategy assessment; Quantified business opportunities in Mini Commercial & Light Commercial Bus/Van segments; Identified gaps in the portfolio leading to new Commercial Product opportunities (Medium Utility & T6 Truck); Worked with JV partners to shape & approve product & technology plans.- Facilitated China Research & Engineering Recommendations to support global PD long-term staffing strategy for Asia Pacific region & China R&E resulting in approval of three phase plan.- Business Development / Associations Management: Governed & managed new & existing partner development including strategic planning, business process development, contract terms & negotiations.

Directed strategy planning, P&L, product implementation and launch activities for $2 Billion business.

Delivered quality and reliability improvements and warranty analysis for Econoline platform.

Advanced through a series of product engineering positions in body, chassis, restraints, & vehicle engineering with consistently strong performance. Improved technology & processes in Product Development.

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