A Solutions-oriented Engineering professional with over 8+ year's broad-based progressive expertise specializing in automotive and manufacturing engineering. Track record for facilitating the overall system design process from initial specification and simulation to prototyping. Highly adept problem solver, skilled at defining the core nature of issues, identifying and analyzing root cause and determine waste elimination opportunities. Demonstrated ability to design for manufacturability and implement standards. Possesses an analytical mindset and natural detail orientation, striving to improve predictability and maximized productivity. Possess strong project management skills, lean manufacturing techniques, design and quality standards—high capacity for managing multiple projects simultaneously in deadline-driven environments, focusing on quality and timely delivery—a natural collaborator with leadership and experience working in a team-based environment to collaborate with various professionals. Highly adaptable and thrives as part of a team focused on continuous improvement and opportunities for growth and advancement.