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Grand Blanc, Mi, Us

Sterling Heights, Mi

Lisle, Illinois

Develop state-of-the-art electric vehicle (EV) technologies in heavy-duty and commercial truck & bus industry.

Led cross-functional teams in the creation, execution and implementation of the vehicle software controls plan. Managed and communicated engineering deliverables including timing, quality and associated risks. Prepared and delivered readiness status at each quality gate.• Mentored team members resulting in adherence to the vehicle software configuration management process. • Elevated technical issues and timing risks to leadership that resulted in milestone gate approvals.• Led change control process and communicated overall build readiness to senior leadership.• Collaborated with Functional Safety and Systems Integration to ensure proper safety levels achieved. • Identified risks, anticipated issues, then led team in development of mitigation plans.• Created project plan strategies and contingencies that addressed missed or compromised timelines.

Managed business objectives for Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUV programs• Kept teams on point to ensure all timing, cost, quality remain on track and w/in budget• Conducted business case studies and product investigates for content change feasibility• Collaborated with product planning, brand, finance, supply chain, design office to align strategically

Led team of 7 engineers responsible for System Integration of Active & Passive Safety Technologies, including airbag electronics, active head restraints, impact sensing, pressure sensors & occupant detection systems. Design, validation & release of sub-systems on multiple vehicle programs to ensure International Euro NCAP, FMVSS 208, CP-374 regulatory compliance. Adaptive Cruise Control, Back-up Camera and Parktronics became additional system responsibilities.

Project lead for next generation head unit, quote package creation and supplier source selection.• Electrical, mechanical and thermal requirements documentation, and HMI UX design reviews. • Customer facing features included GPS navigation, USB, MyGig hard drive, Uconnect Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, voice recognition and touch screen technology.

Whole vehicle electrical synthesis on new E-Segment Chrysler 300C and Dodge Charger with CAN & LIN bus architecture. • Created functional objectives and verified electrical features met or exceeded internal & external customer design expectations.• Staged show car properties for executive Ride & Drives as well as Industry magazines and International press events both overseas and local. • Hot and cold development road trips including Proving Ground testing, Durability and DVP&R execution.

Plant vehicle engineering resident at manufacturing vehicle assembly plant for launch of new sedan. Appointed zone champion chassis loop including foundation brake system, steering and suspension, fuel & exhaust. Body-In-White sealing, BSR, water, wind noise, convertible top glass fit, torque and KUKA decking became additional responsibilities. Led and implemented many vehicle Quality & Plant process improvement initiatives, resulting in higher End of Line test FTC First Time Capability, higher CSA Customer Satisfaction Scores, and lower warranty & expense per unit costs.

Led small team in design, develop, and release of engine & transmission embedded electronic control modules. • Created and executed ecu development timelines, product assurance plans, DVP&R, and FMEAs.• Travelled internationally for requirements transfer and ecu design reviews resulting in successful quality gate approvals.• Conducted component level EMC and environmental life testing in scientific labs, garage, and EE laboratory to ensure designs met specifications.

Mba, Global Engineering/Business Management Advanced Technologies

Bsee, Electrical Engineering

Activities and Societies: IEEE, SAE, Sigma Pi FraternityVice President: Sigma Pi Fraternity