Build reputation as thought leader; manage and develop global team of 150 engineers within a $600M business. Demonstrate success of new technology innovations in high volume product-based environment. Partner with fellow director-level executive leaders of the Thermal Solutions business. Hold responsibility for $16M Research & Development (R&D) budget and oversee teams in the US, Europe, China, India, and Australia. Supervise nine (9) direct / matrix reports including senior managers and chief engineers across four (4) countries.● Developed pipeline of breakthrough innovations that enabled expansion into new markets and created revenue streams such as connected combustion solutions, smart sensors, data analytics and service offerings.● Spearheaded initiative for common platform development across multiple product lines and global design teams.● Led safety committee to review product design and manufacturing and take action to rectify any safety concerns.● Introduced burners and control systems designed for applications in over 20 industrial verticals including automotive, metal finishing, food & beverage, glass furnaces, steam boilers and commercial heating.● Refreshed the strategic burner management offerings and updated to global agency certifications. Added onboard diagnostics, new user interfaces, and expanded communication protocols to raise market-leading position.● Employed strong business acumen to advance ideas with a financial, technical, and customer mindset.

Oversaw 13 direct reports from electronics hardware and software design teams. Mentored and coached employees by setting performance expectations, conducting assessments, and creating action plans to improve results and grow as a team. Tracked performance of 46 indirect resources to validate budgets and project deliverables were consistently achieved. Demonstrated problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills to maximize team efficiency and effectiveness.● Implemented Agile project management methodology including daily standup meetings and iterative developments for critical projects with short timelines; significantly accelerated new program launches.● Ensured processes, procedures, and best practices were defined, documented and followed consistently. Developed new methods for streamlining manufacturing test equipment design for up to 50% reduced test times while achieving 99% first-pass yields. These electronics excellence guidelines were formally adopted across the division. Standards included circuit board design requirements to facilitate consistent, high-quality production.

Headed global project teams in delivery of high-volume Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) product solutions in the combustion industry. Developed project plans and delivered within budget, scope, and quality parameters. Demonstrated thorough understanding of Waterfall project management methodology and associated tracking. Bridged communication gaps between functional groups; exhibited effective leadership in a matrix organization.● Achieved Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).● Named Project Manager of the Year 2011 for the Environmental and Combustion Controls division.Key Projects● Managed several integrated furnace control developments with strategic OEM customers Lennox, Rheem, and Goodman. Implemented three (3)-phase variable frequency drive (VFD) with adaptive control to deliver industry-leading precise modulation capabilities. At time of launch, Goodman’s head of engineering issued this statement:“Your team had an aggressive time line and all indications are that you delivered a quality product on time... The outcome of yesterday could have been much different had your team not performed at a world class level. Well done and thank you!”● Developed award-winning oil primary control; generated several patents on innovative features including a new LCD display with diagnostics for tracking key performance indicators. Awarded patent for method of detecting intermittent failures of spark ignition; solved the most common problem in the field. The new product received design awards at global trade shows and continues to be successful in the marketplace.● Designed a high-volume intermittent pilot ignition control for residential appliances. Product included patented low-cost flame sensor and spark ignition circuit along with enhanced user interface for easy troubleshooting and diagnostics. Product has sold over three (3) million units and delivered more than $4M in VE savings since launch.

Designed embedded hardware and software for residential combustion safety controls. Demonstrated and implemented innovations and process improvements in manufacturing and productivity. ● Designed hardware for breakthrough standing pilot water heater control with unique low-power operation. Sales total more than three (3) million units per year.