Dave Shea Email & Phone Number

Sr Calibration Lead Engineer responsible for calibrating, compiling, and managing calibration projects for new and current production motorcycle programs that meet or exceed requirements for performance, drivability, and emissions.•Develop pre-production engines / vehicles to ensure program(s) meet government emissions regulations•Coordinate testing aspects of engine and vehicle development projects. Develop test criteria, systems requirement specifications, and test plans. Set… Show more Sr Calibration Lead Engineer responsible for calibrating, compiling, and managing calibration projects for new and current production motorcycle programs that meet or exceed requirements for performance, drivability, and emissions.•Develop pre-production engines / vehicles to ensure program(s) meet government emissions regulations•Coordinate testing aspects of engine and vehicle development projects. Develop test criteria, systems requirement specifications, and test plans. Set goals, objectives, and schedules•Test new or improved engine and vehicle components to validate key performance characteristics•Root cause failure analysis during the development process•Record and analyze test data using statistical, analytical, and other post process techniques•Present SME analysis to management and provide direction for the team•Design, develop, test, and implement new software strategies•Motorcycle limit testing to evaluate safety control systems such as traction control, ABS, and diagnostics Show less

Fast paced role as Lead Electronics Engineer for MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers privateer race team.•Dynamometer test and trackside race team support.•Calibrated race engines with maximum performance and durability in mind.•Post race data review to assess engine health and provide rider feedback.•Designed control systems to ensure safety of the rider and hardware.•Designed (CAD) and manufactured race components as necessary.•Modified and repaired electrical harness… Show more Fast paced role as Lead Electronics Engineer for MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers privateer race team.•Dynamometer test and trackside race team support.•Calibrated race engines with maximum performance and durability in mind.•Post race data review to assess engine health and provide rider feedback.•Designed control systems to ensure safety of the rider and hardware.•Designed (CAD) and manufactured race components as necessary.•Modified and repaired electrical harness for reliability.•Updated and maintained CAN bus communication protocols for data acquisition. Show less

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

3D printed design solutions for sailing with a worldwide dealer network.•Design new components based on customer needs using Solidworks•Additive manufacturing with engineering grade materials and custom-built 3D printers

Wyoming, Minnesota, United States

East Troy, Wi

Simulation and analysis of motorcycle components for 5+ simultaneous projects. Determined load cases based on test data, component type, and duty cycle to provide feedback to the design and test groups.•Consistently predicted and correlated failure modes using OptiStruct, Abaqus, and Radioss solvers•Developed PSD analysis using nCode DesignLife to predict fatigue life of parts•Delivered daily feedback to design engineers to reduce risk and minimize cost•Executed powertrain… Show more Simulation and analysis of motorcycle components for 5+ simultaneous projects. Determined load cases based on test data, component type, and duty cycle to provide feedback to the design and test groups.•Consistently predicted and correlated failure modes using OptiStruct, Abaqus, and Radioss solvers•Developed PSD analysis using nCode DesignLife to predict fatigue life of parts•Delivered daily feedback to design engineers to reduce risk and minimize cost•Executed powertrain analysis and problem solving on multiple engine platforms to successfully improve engine reliability•Frequently provided test group with transducer / gauge locations and load case based on simulation•Designed race exhaust and auxiliary fuel tank for World Superbike and AMA Superbike Show less

Melrose Park, Il

Calibration and after-treatment validation engineer responsible for test planning, vehicle instrumentation, execution of test, and reporting of test results.•Primarily confirmed features and functionality of pre-released engine calibrations•Test lead for high priority testing involving newly developed after-treatment technology•Managed vehicle instrumentation and data-logger setup on vehicles with over 100 transducers•Utilized wind tunnel, chassis dynamometer, over-the-road,… Show more Calibration and after-treatment validation engineer responsible for test planning, vehicle instrumentation, execution of test, and reporting of test results.•Primarily confirmed features and functionality of pre-released engine calibrations•Test lead for high priority testing involving newly developed after-treatment technology•Managed vehicle instrumentation and data-logger setup on vehicles with over 100 transducers•Utilized wind tunnel, chassis dynamometer, over-the-road, and controlled environment testing Show less

Lisle, Il

Hands on role requiring mechanical knowledge of trucks and engines.•Individually selected for role based on hands on aptitude and mechanical knowledge•Rebuilt MAXXFORCE DT 7.6 L engine for OBD testing•Retrofitted and calibrated engines with OBD components•Documented and reported component failures•Maintained R&Q fleet

Lisle, Il

Base engine design engineer supporting medium duty inline and V engines. Communicated with suppliers and created and tracked engineering changes.•Responsible for engineering changes to drawings and production parts•Organized meetings with suppliers and component engineers to solve engineering issues•Maintained engineering database for internal production changes

Four-year team member providing competitive engine and electronic packages based on both Yamaha R6 and Aprilia SXV550 platforms.•Designed tuned intake and exhaust specific for application•Analyzed designs using Fluent, Virtual Four Stroke, and Finite Element Analysis•Manufacturing methods such as machining, composite molding, rapid prototyping, and water-jet•Modified and assembled engines•Engine, traction, and launch control calibration using DTA Fast•Planned and… Show more Four-year team member providing competitive engine and electronic packages based on both Yamaha R6 and Aprilia SXV550 platforms.•Designed tuned intake and exhaust specific for application•Analyzed designs using Fluent, Virtual Four Stroke, and Finite Element Analysis•Manufacturing methods such as machining, composite molding, rapid prototyping, and water-jet•Modified and assembled engines•Engine, traction, and launch control calibration using DTA Fast•Planned and implemented the race car’s electrical system Show less

Melrose Park, Il

Base engine, Inline Platform, engineering intern assigned to new engine program. Tasked with tracking project timelines and informing management of high-risk items critical to meeting milestones. •Procured materials for launch of new engine program•Connected with component engineers to develop program timeline•Created a build manual for prototype engines•Maintained database and inventory for prototype builds•Oversaw fabrication of components for concept validation engines

Dekalb, Il

• Operate heavy machinery such as forklift, powered pallet jack, and order picker• Modify/Adjust inventory for damaged or lost items • Fill orders for customers

• Evaluate and diagnose battery and charging systems• Properly change and dynamically balance tires using Coats tire machines• Certified suspension technician• Aligned and repaired suspension components when needed