Michael Shafer Email & Phone Number

Denton, Texas

• Currently responsible for the design and implementation of the 2017 emissions level single module vertical exhaust system with a projected cost savings of $1700 per truck
• Implemented a new horizontal exhaust diffuser to reduce warranty claims and provide a yearly cost savings of $356,000 across both PACCAR N.Am. truck divisions on the 2.1M platform
• Assisted with the design of and created the bill of material requirements for the set forward front axle exhaust for the Peterbilt 2.1M truck models
• Integrated the Cummins ISX15 at a 4 degree angle into all 2.1M models for 2013 emissions level
• Designed and implemented the front partial exhaust components to integrate the PACCAR MX-11 engine into all 2013 emissions level exhaust configurations and heavy duty truck models
• Analyzes exhaust system designs for component interference and clearance compliance

• Analyzed build orders for highly specialized engineering content.
• Ensured design requirements met engineering and manufacturing capabilities.
• Constructed frame layouts of chassis and components for manufacture utilizing Pro/Engineer.
• Coordinated information with design, material, and production departments.

• Management Assistant from 2000 until 2006.
• Coordinated accounts receivables for Northeast location of the Dallas Fort Worth area.
• Consistently led the company in customer sales productivity.
• Developed and arranged the design of company and sister company advertisements since 2003.