Lead in creation of company engineering standards for electronic component product development and EMC / EMI.Lead in component technical specifications, DVP, DFMEA documentation for in house developed electronic modules, Powertrain hardware and system.Advisor on company DVPs and DFMEAs for outside sourced components.Lead in execution of Beta power electronic mechanical testing, Beta drive unit and motor testing.Specified and sourced test equipment for in house test cells for traction motor, inverter and drive unit dynamometer testing.Lead in facility construction layout, planning and contractor interface for Powertrain test cells and supporting infrastructure.Developed mobile and flexible Powertrain test stands for controls and software testing to provide in-house capability through facility construction activities.Lead in design and development of Powertrain in-house designed drive unit test stands.Manager for test scheduling and maintenance of Powertrain test cells and Powertrain test vehicles.Lead in DVP documentation and scheduling for Powertrain Beta vehicles in Powertrain controls and performance.Planned and executed Powertrain Beta vehicle testing such as hot weather testing, cold weather testing, high speed testing, acceleration testing, coast down and range testing.

Responsible for Powertrain Drive Unit validation initiatives for brand new ground up design packaging motor, inverter and gearbox into one compact assembly. Responsible for test resource planning, test fixture design and external lab sourcing. Project manager for facility test cell construction, equipment installation and power upgrades working with architect for layout design and permitting. - Set a record at the 2017 Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb for production designated electric vehicles.- Achieved a vehicle 0-60 time of 2.39 seconds.- Lead design quality initiatives directing and creating component and system DFMEAs, DVP&Rs and design specifications.- Designed, built and managed durability test stands and test cell for 24/7 unmonitored operation.- Determined validation testing loads, test time and number for samples for confidence and reliability through vehicle life.

Managed the validation testing activities for the company’s first production program for automotive electrification. Worked with customer to establish validation requirements and test standards. Designed component test fixtures and interfaces. Performed simulations on high voltage three phase motor design. - Awarded company Right and Fast award for meeting customer’s tight timing with no component failures.- Validated company’s first use of air bearing technology for an automotive application.- Created company standards for elctro-mechanical assembly validation and test instructions.- Improved product quality through design knowledge of high voltage three phase motors and sealing interfaces.

Managed the statement of requirements documentation for high voltage AC cable and connector assemblies for production vehicle programs. Managed design, development, validation and delivery of components to meet production deliverables for multiple program teams.- Successfully launched production on 5 vehicle programs with no customer facing issues or warranty returns.- Developed new manufacturing techniques and designs to implement low volume options on high volume vehicle and transmission production lines achieving one patent.- Reduced component costs through the commonization of bills of material and validation testing.- Reduced product development process by 9 months by working directly with supplier engineering.- Established company design standards and best practices for high voltage cables and interconnects.

Managed the design and development of electric motors for hybrid, fuel cell and electric vehicle applications. Developed drawings of all motor related components. Supported Bill of Design development for all motor related components. Worked with supporting component development engineers including electromagnetic design, motor controls and thermal/structural analysis.- Designed proof of concept electric motor which became the foundation for a new production program.- Improved motor controls development throughput by 30% through design of fixtures, manufacturing tools and connections for dynamometer testing.- Verified new motor materials and designs for significant cost reduction.

- Recorded data on lifespan of consumables and crew member tasks to develop tracking formulas and worksheet for endurance road race program.- Coached crew members to improve their pit stop performance.- Studied class rule book to develop endurance race strategy and prevent penalization.- Successfully implemented race strategy for a 3rd place class finish at the 25 Hours of Thunderhill.

- Writer of short snippets pertaining to general automotive news.- Automotive and motorsports event photographer and reporter.- Writer of technical articles detailing automotive engineering concepts.

Analyzed engine performance parameters to determine the most efficient turbocharger and wastegate combinations for differing applications. Designed new turbocharger components with CAD software. Created installation instructions for turbocharger and intercooler performance kits for various vehicles. Authored educational material on turbocharger technology.- Improved design documentation and GD&T controls of existing products.- Constructed document templates and designed system processes for the organization and implementation of ISO9000 quality control system.- Launched line of turbochargers with all new design features.

- Provided engineering input on the development of the AuotmotiveForums.com Nissan - Skyline R34 GT-R for the SCCA Speed World Challenge GT professional race series.- Collected and analyzed tire and suspension data.- Maintained organized records of adjustments and all data recorded during track sessions.- Conferred with crew chief and driver on chassis adjustments to improve handling. - Developed air intake system.

Performed research and development on air intake related performance parts for various vehicles. Utilized development tools such as a dynamometer and CAN data logger. Created prototype parts using CAD/CAM software, CMM, and various fabrication techniques. Created illustrated installation instructions for new parts. Inspected and approved manufacturing quality on pre-production parts. Maintained documentation necessary for the implementation of production for new parts.- Developed and launched 7 new air intake systems into production.- Received tuner certification on AEM Engine Management System.

- Assisted in research of corona discharge as an alternative ignition source for internal combustion engines. - Developed LABView functions to control tasks in the engine dyno room.- Researched various ceramic compounds for their insulation properties and application techniques.- Tested various techniques of applying ceramic coatings.- Documented research for technical publications.