Enjoying life with my family after 37 years in Powertrain Engineering.

Senior manager responsible for the implementation of new powertrains in RAM trucks (1 yr) and C and D segment Jeep SUV's (1-1/2 yr). Lead a team of Model Integration Managers to develop powertrains meeting customer requirements and supporting corporate objectives.Platform Manager for all FCA NAFTA Diesel programs (4-1/2 yrs). Responsible for commercial negotiations and overall program management. Led team to launch FCA 3.0L Eco-Diesel in Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 truck.

Manager of North America Engine Design and Test Department. Engineering manager responsible for leading all activities of the Engine Design and Test Department for future Hyundai-Kia Powertrains.

Technical Specialist leading the development of light duty Diesel Powertrains for future automotive applicationsManage engineering projects to meet customer requirements and timelines, and satisfying corporate profitability objectives.

Program Manager leading the implementation of the Navistar Diesel Engine in the 2010 Ford Super Duty Truck application with reduced feedgas emissions. Single Point-of-Contact resident onsite. Supervised group of on-site engineers managing Powertrain Package, Program Timing, attribute target trade-offs (weight, cost, power, etc.) and prototype engine build/delivery.

Powertrain Product Planner leading the implementation of future small Diesel Powertrains for Ford North America applications. Conducted technical and business analysis of potential North American Diesel engine applications for Ford Motor Co. Developed future product proposals to support customer demand while satisfying CAFE fuel economy requirements within spending and resource constraints.

Led numerous pre-program studies of alternative Powertrain design actions leading to Program Kick-Off. Primary efforts in Alternative Fuel and Boosted engine applications for South American customers.Completed on-site business and strategy reviews to align Planning and Engineering objectives. Coordinated I-4 engine capacity expansion to support growing South American demands; created working group to identify spending requirements and developed program workplan.

Lion 2.7L V6 Diesel Engine Quality Planning & Engine Design Verification Test Supervisor Led the application of Robust Design and Design Verification Testing of a 2.7L V6 Diesel engine for Jaguar/Land Rover/Peugeot applications in Europe.Developed and implemented the Design Quality Plan applying Robust Design Engineering tools. Completed Six Sigma certification and applied Design For Six Sigma tools on V6 Diesel engine program. Managed all aspects of the V6 Diesel engine Design Verification including creating test plan, engine set-up in test cells, Mechanical Development and Durability testing.

Engine Reliability & Robustness MethodsSupervisor of 10 Reliability Engineers leading the integration of Robust Design tools in V-Engine Engineering. Develop and deploy strategy for improving product Reliability via design methods.

Various positions in the design and development of gas engines, including Design & Release of the 4.6L-4V "Modular" V8, Supervisor of the 6.8L V10 and the 5.4L-4V gasoline engines.

Product design engineer in the design and development of heavy duty Diesel engines for various applications. Five years in Technology group developing new design/test methods for rotating components: Gears, Crankshafts, Dampers, PTOs and flywheels. Three years in Series 149 Product group developing power upgrade for mining and marine applications. Design and Release responsible for Turbochargers, Air Intake, Fuel Injectors, Valvetrain and Blowers.