● Construct transmission and driveline architectures to meet critical performance requirements of wheeled vehicles, tracked vehicles and industrial machinery-----» Featuring unique Ker-Train technology, traditional technology, or hybrid of both-----» Diesel, gasoline, electric and hybrid platforms ● Develop physical models for powertrain elements from component-level to system-level (including controllers) using MATLAB/Simulink and other tools for simulation and analysis● Design and analyze complex mechanical subsystems (unique and traditional) including gearsets, friction clutch assemblies, roller clutch assemblies and actuation or lubrication hydraulics-----» FEA, motion and energy analysis● Conduct advanced R&D and testing activities on new, patented mechanical transmission technology ● Conduct detailed engineering analysis to size OEM components including bearings, seals and springs● Work closely with engineering & technical staff to assemble test rigs, install instrumentation, program/debug software, run tests, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues that surface during testing

● Worked on the development of a new application for machine vision technology related to fault detection in automated assembly equipment, which involved:-----» Vision system development in LabVIEW and MATLAB-----» PLC and microcontroller programming (AB MicroLogix, OMRON CP1, Parallax)-----» HMI development (AB PanelView, LabVIEW)-----» Interfacing hardware devices using serial RS-232 and Ethernet protocols-----» Some machine design (using SolidWorks) and fabrication-----» Work with pneumatic components (valves, nozzles, air knives, etc.)● Co-authored and presented technical papers for the ASME/IEEE Conference on Mechatronics & Embedded Systems & Applications (MESA 2011) and 3 other International conferences (REM 2010, CARV 2011, M2VIP 2012) ● Served as a teaching assistant for 5 courses in mechatronics, controls and engineering design● Gave weekly lectures and supervised lab sessions for classes of 20 – 30 students; marked reports and exams● Assisted with designing lab exercises focusing on sensors (range, colour, etc.) and microcontrollers for applications in mobile robot navigation● Supervised 4 industry-sponsored undergraduate engineer capstone design projects● Served as a teaching assistant for a mechatronics course offered by ADMI (Advanced Design and Manufacturing Institute), a post-graduate (Master's) engineering program for working engineers

● Was accepted into the MITACS Accelerate research internship program for graduate students and partnered with Van-Rob, a leading manufacturer of steel stampings for the automotive industry ● Developed an automated ‘in-die’ spray lubrication system for a stamping press, which required:-----» Designing a hardware layout for a prototype system (nozzles, valves, pump, etc.)-----» Assembling the prototype system and installing onto a testbed die-----» Writing PLC ladder logic (for an AB SLC 500 PLC) to control the prototype system● Tested the prototype system with technical personnel and made quality measurements of sample parts ● Analyzed results of the tests and made recommendations for design and testing method modifications

● Provided coordination and support for two major multimillion-dollar plant projects; -----» A demolition/tearout of an entire (brownfield) Body Shop facility -----» A tool and equipment installation for a new Body Shop facility (2009 Chevrolet Camaro)● Compiled bid packages for construction and manufacturing subprojects that included defined scopes of work, schedule requirements, technical specifications and supporting drawings/documents for contractors● Conducted pre-bid and bid clarification meetings for representatives of up to 5 different competing contractors; worked closely with the GM Purchasing department on awarding contracts and making progress payments● Managed several subprojects ranging in budgets from $40K to $12M; the largest of which being the installation and commissioning of a facility-wide monorail conveyor system ● Conducted weekly meetings with as many as 20 representatives from general contractors, subcontractors and GM personnel to discuss and address progress updates, schedule requirements and open issues● Provided detailed direction to both general contractors and GM construction skilled trades on installation issues, technical requirements and site management

● Held positions of Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor and Production SupervisorAs a Manufacturing Engineer:● Designed CAD layouts for new multi-robot cells and modified layouts for existing cells● Investigated and resolved various equipment issues affecting product throughput and equipment downtimeAs a Maintenance Supervisor:● Supervised two different groups of ~15 skilled trades employees (electricians, industrial mechanics, etc.) ● Managed equipment breakdowns by effectively assigning manpower, contributing ideas for problem resolution and communicating with necessary managers and departments● Planned and supervised weekly downtime maintenance work (preventative, predictive and reactive)As a Production Supervisor:● Supervised two different groups of ~30 unskilled employees (sprayers, sanders, etc.)● Performed in-depth quality audits and resolved various production issues affecting quality and throughput● Gained exposure to a wide variety of processes and facilities within an automotive complex

● Created several CAD designs related to plant tooling and material handling systems; followed projects from design to fabrication and installation