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Gerlingen-Schillerhöhe, Baden-Wuerttemberg, De

Detroit, Michigan, Us

System Safety EngineerGeneral Motors, Milford, MI 2017-2019• Create and manage all documentation required to establish complete safety cases, together with all work products from ISO 26262 Functional Safety starting from the Concept phase through the Production and Operation phase.• Develop and maintain System Safety Program Plan for several projects according to GM System Safety Engineering Process• Support and contribute to safety & reliability analysis for Fuel System, Active Management System (FMEA, DFMEA, DFMEDA, FTA, STPA, SEFA, etc.).• Formulate and categorize all requirements from the system level feature to the component level of the system• Collaborate and support cross functional product development engineering teams to identify and provide resolution to ensure component and system level safety compliance• Experience using ANSYS Medini tool to implement key safety analysis methods and design (HAZOP, FTA, FMEA, FMEDA) tailored to the domain-specific standards of ISO 26262• Perform Design of Experiment (DOE) analysis for ICC (integrated chassis control) module for several vehicle platforms• Assist the development of technical requirements for complex system level architecture of Thermal Active Management systems (HEAT and BEV HEAT) to ensure compliance with Functional Safety (ISO26262) requirements• Lead Peer Review Board process for all level of safety cases, (Concept, Requirements, etc.) as applicable to the program’s milestones; prepare and present project status reports at Peer Review Board team / management reviews• Manage and develop system validation plans for vehicle level system validation tests of several control modules (FTZM, ECM, BCM)• Maintain Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) document to ensure current requirements are updated and new requirements are included as a result of peer reviews, DFMEA, SEFA, etc. • DFSS Blackbelt Certified

Detroit, Michigan, Us

• Conducted SUV platform performance analysis trade studies for dual A/C system to achieve best in class performance from segment average status. Worked with HVAC Validation group to develop component & system validation plan and system requirements to meet program imperatives• Successfully completed high speed test track correlation analysis between analytical model and prototype test vehicle.• Proficient using the Unified Vehicle Model tool used for fuel economy, drive quality performance simulation and powertrain cooling/HVAC vehicle level co-simulation analysis.• Managed truck platform PT Cooling co-simulation 1-D analysis to maximize system performance and applied DOE analysis to maximize system performance while meeting the system reliability and quality requirements• Managed powertrain cooling system level analysis for high performance vehicle program; conducted 1-D model-based trade studies to deliver airflow and coolant flow requirements for achieving VTS targets. • Categorized and integrated component(s) level performance into vehicle level subsystems to establish thermal integration and powertrain cooling requirements

Ypsilanti, Mi, Us

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Managed engine and transmission calibration teams in validating/developing engine cooling strategy, and provided fan calibration strategy set points for meeting hot weather trailer tow conditions. • Coordinated/monitored vehicle instrumentation and vehicle level testing for powertrain cooling, HVAC for both current production and competitive vehicles. Collected/analyzed engine and transmission parameters during wind tunnel tests and modified the fan duty cycle strategy keeping the transmission fluid from exceeding maximum limit• Developed transient engine cooling circuit model using Flowmaster software analysis to simulate Davis Dam hot environment test condition. Conducted correlation work between analytical model and wind tunnel test results which resulted in 20% projected savings for entire vehicle program development• Completed thermal/airflow CAE analysis for design studio team to map the minimum frontal opening required for trailer tow package• Developed the prototype build requirements and delivery strategy for the entire engine cooling module• Supervised supplier team in designing, packaging and delivering on time/under budget vehicle cooling system to meet best in class trailer tow requirements• Prepared and delivered design, benchmarking, and quality documentation for vehicle program cooling system target setting process• Delivered cooling system functional prototype for all program milestones

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Lead the pre-program thermal and aerodynamic systems team in setting the engine cooling, heat management, and climate control requirements. (Benchmarking, quality, CAE modeling, etc.)• Conducted CAE modeling analysis to properly size engine radiator, fan power and front end openings. Supported full service supplier team with component selection, packaging of the entire front-end cooling module• Delivered functional prototype of powertrain cooling system for early prototype builds

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Conducted CAE modeling analysis for exhaust shielding options, material selection, and shield area coverage for spare tire over temperature condition• Proposed/developed heat dissipation database of electronic components integrated within the instrument panel enclosure (audio, NAV systems, etc.) using CAE modeling software• Successfully conducted experiments to analyze and implement feasible design solutions regarding overheating condition of electronic media during maximum heater operation• Conducted research project “Thermal mapping of steel/magnesium Instrument Panel (I/P) structure and components”, and developed the thermal management tests used to determine the maximum temperature profiles within the instrument panel enclosure

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Designed and packaged vehicle underhood A/C system for Luxury Demonstration Vehicle program• Packaged auxiliary A/C and heater units, ductwork and hoses as part of a multi zone climate control system, and coordinated all vehicle interfaces with these units during design, prototype and assembly phases• Managed hot and cold weather vehicle level development testing for engine cooling, heater, and A/C system performance

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Directed supplier in development and implementation of tracer dye usage in A/C systems to improve leak detection during charging process at multiple assembly plants. Coordinated successful plant trials resulting in implementing a companywide product assembly process which resulted in 15% reduction of A/C warranty costs• Worked with supplier in designing, testing and releasing a new mini-pressure relief valve for the A/C systems. The re-designed component provided substantial cost and weight savings for several vehicle programs• Proposed and implemented new orifice tube design to minimize component damage during system assembly process• Coordinated supplier re-design process of the A/C system charge and service ports to eliminate the no vacuum/charge condition present during final vehicle assembly operation

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

• Developed/implemented assembly process and quality improvements for evaporator, heater and plenum product assemblies on medium and heavy duty truck vehicle lines• Oversaw and directed all necessary engineering technical procedures and work positioning sequence of all assembly line operators for final line assembly and testing• Coordinated and implemented a common control plan for all truck A/C systems resulting in 30% quality improvement of final product• Supervised 25-30 line assembly personnel, and successfully resolved daily quality and safety issues• Responsible for daily material handling operators for on-time part delivery at product assembly station

Master Of Orthotics And Prosthetics, School Of Health Promotion And Human Performance

Master Of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

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