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United States

Yokohama-Shi, Kanagawa, Jp

In my role as Sr Design Release Engineer at Nissan Motor Corporation, I oversee the development of various interior trim components for a major SUV program. I lead the design and release of specifications for key parts, manage engineering changes, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.Role Responsibilities• Release of specifications for assigned parts. • Manage engineering changes to solve quality and manufacturing issues raised during pilot builds. • Responsible for definition, release, monitoring and judgement of Validation Plan (DV & PV).• Create and develop Value Optimization Ideas to improve the cost balance of components. • Supervise supplier´s activities to assure Nissan requirements through different development phases.• Monitor and report assigned subsystem budget to Vehicle Chief Engineer.Project Highlights• Lead Engineer for Tonneau Cover ASSY, Lug Side Trim Panels, Lug Floor Board, Lug Trim Boxes. • Team Member contribution for Side Trim panels and Headliner.• Project transferred from Nissan Japan.

Dublin, Oh, Us

Shanghai , Cn

In my role as Lead Product Engineer at Yanfeng, I spearheaded product engineering efforts for door trim panels, ensuring top-quality products and meeting supplier requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I developed innovative solutions for product enhancements and cost efficiencies. Main Achievements:• Successfully recovered a 2-month delay for timely TKO.• Provided remarkable solutions for 2 major issues, allowing company to meet the quoted budget.Highlights• Door Trim Panels for EV Cadillac SUV.• 2 direct Product Engineers and 15 project contributors.• Negotiation / collaboration with Chinese tool maker.• Responsible for DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T, Product Validation, BOM release, Materials development, Engineering Changes, and support for cost reconciliation & quoting.• Main engineering representative with OEM and suppliers. • Release, manage and cascade part specifications internally in accordance with OEM requirements.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Developed and managed the design of interior door trim panels for different programs, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. My innovative approach led to significant savings for GM and the successful introduction of new technologies.Role Responsibilities• Responsible for project planification to meet deliverables on time & quality. • Create “Statement of Requirements” for supplier selection & initial contracting.• Owner of all engineering change documents for quoting (EWOs).• Plan and overseeing project activities such as materials selection, CAE simulation, GD&T definition, TKO for tooling & checking fixtures, and engineering changes during launch phase.• Owner of BOM, EWOs & ECRs, DFMEA, DRBFM for project documentation.• Define and supervise Validation Testing (DVP&R) to ensure failure modes are effectively replicated on testing.• Support GM Plant on-site troubleshooting launch issues (PRTS, Design, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality).• Track PPAP steps along launch stage and support SQE conducting supplier quality audits (IATF 16949) on-site.Notable Project Achievements:• Outstanding timing management to recover 4 months delay and meet FIV construction on time.• Introduction of new wrapping technology (ESL) for GM, meaning savings around $800K USD.• Masterful cost optimization saving around $500K USD for Tooling and $6 USD for Piece Price.• Development of an App for Automated PN Release. Recognized as innovative OpEx project.Project Highlights• Project Management from Initial Data Release through production in MVB-S. • Development included Decorative Plates and Ambient Lighting system.• Team management of 3 direct program engineers, 8 design engineers indirectly, around 30 project contributors, and 3 supplier.• Negotiation with suppliers at China and Austria, project stakeholders at USA, China, and Germany. ASM Plant at China.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Remarkable Achievements• First GM Full Autonomous Vehicle (Cruise Company), needing special requirements definition.• Successfully developed this special GVDP in 12 months, from concept to first Integrations.• Saved $700K USD by implementing no prototype tools strategy, going directly from CAD to hard tools, earning a GM President's award.Highlights• Led a team of 2 program engineers, 5 design engineers indirectly, and supplier with 2 direct reports. • Supplier were located at USA, project stakeholders at USA and Korea. ASM Plant at USA.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Notable Achievements• Managed specifications release for over 900 PN´s and +30 EWOS.• Accommodated big A class surface change post-tool construction with exceptional time management.• Developed a method to evaluate residual tension in wrapped parts, solving delamination issue during launch phase.Highlights- Global Vehicle program with 3 different manufacturing plants (USA, MEX, ARG).- I co-led a team of 3 design engineers, around 30 project contributors, and 3 suppliers.- Project transferred from GM Germany and re-engineered with base at USA.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Project Highlights• First GM Hybrid Vehicle, introducing new materials for door trim panels.• Support DRE for main launch and Lead DRE for Mid Cycle Program.Project Achievements• Achieved execution within the assigned budget according to cost book, showcasing strong project management skills.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Responsible for engineering design of components for different vehicles. Trained about GM´s BP and Industry standards.Notable Achievements- Main contributor for definition of 2 best practices related to safety issues. - 4 products designed (AW mats) for GM global accessories division.- 3 components for the Chevy Volt/Opel Ampera door trim panels.

Responsible for development of new products (die-cut and plastic products) for different industries. Also, in charge for design of some dies and injection mold tools. Responsible for cost estimation and viability analysis of new products. *1 metal bracket manufactured for Nissan´s Tier 2 supplier.

Diploma, Business Administration And Management, General

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor Degre In Aeronautical Engineering, With Specialization In Design And Manufacturing Of Aircrafts