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Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Managed the design and development of mechanical systems and components supporting motorcycle full-vehicle programs. Served as project lead on yearly vehicle launch cycles achieving a ~95% component PPAP rate by material readiness dates. • Generated system and component level requirements, assessing engineering design tradeoffs for vehicle performance, product reliability, and human factors ensuring designs met stringent technical and regulatory specifications.• Communicated design intent clearly through digital models and physical prototypes, guiding development from early concept stages to production-ready mock-ups, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams.• Led comprehensive design and technical reviews, facilitating collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and senior leadership to ensure successful project execution and alignment with vehicle platform deliverables.• Conducted rigorous risk analysis and employed robust Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) methodologies, along with failure analysis techniques, to ensure component and system reliability throughout the product lifecycle.• Directed the work of designers and technicians and mentored junior engineers and college co-ops.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Served as technical project lead with design ownership of cost-optimized vehicle components and systems, driving significant cost reductions while maintaining or improving product quality and performance. Partnered with suppliers to optimize design and manufacturing processes, delivering over $15.0M in annual cost savings through strategic VAVE initiatives.• Defined strategic framework for VAVE projects, developed and gained leadership approval for project business cases.• Analyzed risk-adjusted variables within the value equation to reduce organizational costs and optimize manufacturing complexity and supply chains without compromising product quality or integrity.• Achieved a 25% reduction in project launch timelines accelerating the implementation of cost-optimized solutions.• Advised on supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing collaboration, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and performance objectives to meet both business and engineering goals.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

• Lead design and delivery of vehicle components and systems in support of motorcycle chassis and powertrain systems• Delivered the sunsetting of Twin Cam powertrain; tooling transfer from powertrain factory, set-up and qualified alternate suppliers, service/warranty full-engine validation DVP&R• Technical lead for products focusing on mitigating risk, engineering judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement• Ensured integration across appropriate programs and vehicle platforms; accomplished on-time product delivery for yearly launch cycles

Westfield, Indiana, Us

Responsible for developing weight-optimized aerodynamic composite structures for tactical aerostat airframes, payloads, and ground support systems for unmanned aerial surveillance and reconnaissance platforms. • Led the design and development of composite structures and integrated 3D printing technologies to produce weight-optimized components, improving aerostat performance and reducing manufacturing lead times.• Conducted extensive mechanical, lab, field, flight, and environmental testing to validate the durability, safety, and performance of aerostats and associated support systems under real-world conditions.• Supported internal/external program phase-gate and readiness reviews, troubleshooted downrange field incidents with SMEs in theater and ensured minimal system downtime. • Authored and reviewed PRDs and performed supplier reviews to ensure compliance with military standards, resulting in high-quality deliverables that met strict defense and aerospace specifications.

Lisle, Il, Us

Collaborated on product R&D projects focused on mechatronics and automotive sensors. Contributed to the development of new technologies, and enhancements of existing products, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and market trends.• Led R&D activities including design, development, and implementation of new-to-company technology, system strategies, and product planning around customer-specific automotive applications • Explored and evaluated new technologies, contributing to informed integration strategies for both new and existing products, which improved product performance and expanded the company's technological portfolio.• Leveraged cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and translate voice-of-customer specifications into detailed engineering requirements, ensuring product designs met technical and business objectives.

Lisle, Il, Us

Led the design and development of custom machines and precision assembly tooling for high-volume automated manufacturing lines, specializing in improving production efficiency and product quality in high-volume production environments• Generated detailed machine designs, process flow maps, and optimized assembly line layouts, contributing to a 10% increase in production efficiency and streamlined operations.• Developed precision gauging systems for machine setup, in-process quality assurance checks, and part metrology fixtures, ensuring adherence to tolerances and quality standards.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and maintenance departments, to resolve technical challenges and enhance overall system performance, reducing takt time and defect rates.

Designed and optimized custom machine tools using SolidWorks, specializing in ultrasonic weld and plastic joining applications. • Managed end-to-end machine design projects, from initial concept through prototyping and final production, meeting all quality and performance specifications within established timelines.• Collaborated with customer engineering teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software systems into cohesive machine designs, enhancing overall manufacturing performance and reliability.• Proficient in A-surface modeling, plastic mold surfacing, and large assembly management using EPDM software.

Master Of Science (Ms), Engineering Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Engineering Design

A.A.S, Computer Aided Design And Manufacturing